Staff Directory

Meet the LTC Team

The LTC is a diverse and dynamic team committed to ensuring all students receive equitable educational learning opportunities. Interested in joining the team?

Staff Team

Tim McIlvain

Executive Director

Leadership, Operations

Tim directs the Learning Technology Center, providing strategic leadership, expertise, and operational management for statewide technology and digital learning initiatives.

Brian Bates

Associate Executive Director of Professional Learning

Leadership, Professional Learning Services

Brian leads and develops events, programs, and resources in support of digital learning, digital citizenship, emerging technologies, technology integration, and computer science.

Duane Shaffer

Director of Technology Services

Leadership, Technology Services

Duane leads and supports events, programs, and initiatives related to network infrastructure, data privacy, cybersecurity, technical support, and technology services.

Kristi Connelly

Marketing & Communications Director

Communications, Leadership

Kristi leads the Communications team and works to propel the LTC’s image through consistent messaging, strategy, and community engagement.

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing

Leadership, Purchasing Cooperative

Mindy provides leadership, expertise, and support related to broadband connectivity, equipment and device access, and funding sources, including E-Rate.

Ben Sondgeroth

Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois

Leadership, Regional EdTech Services

Ben leads the LTC’s RETC team and facilitates ongoing professional learning events for teachers, administrators, and technology staff in northern Illinois.

Elizabeth Radunz

Lead Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching, Leadership

Elizabeth serves as the lead instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in northern Illinois.

Amanda Bruns

Member Engagement Manager

Purchasing Cooperative

Amanda leads ILTPP’s member engagement by driving membership growth and support through strategic programs and statewide outreach, ensuring schools across Illinois realize substantial financial benefits.

Amy Graham

Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching

Amy serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in north central Illinois.  

Anne Kasa

Instructional Coach Consultant

Instructional Technology Coaching

Anne serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in the south Cook County region.

Brayden Matsko

Digital Platforms and System Integration Manager

Digital Platforms

Brayden leads all web development projects and develops system integration solutions that support efficient internal operations.

Brian Krause

Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching

Brian serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in the Winnebago County region.

Emily Flach

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region

Regional EdTech Services

Emily develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in southern Illinois.

Emily Pool

Professional Learning Specialist

Instructional Technology Coaching

Emily serves as a professional learning specialist and instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in the Adams and Pike county region.

Eric Muckensturm

IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity

Technology Services

Eric provides a multitude of services to help Illinois public school districts improve their overall security posture and maturity, including through the implementation of standards, frameworks, and industry best practices.

Eric Santos

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Chicagoland

Regional EdTech Services

Eric develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in the Chicagoland region.

Holly Kelly

Human-Centered Technology Specialist

Professional Learning Services

Holly assists educators throughout the state in addressing digital responsibility, fostering positive online behaviors, and enhancing social-emotional skills among students.

Hope Hardin-Borbely

Purchasing Cooperative Manager

Purchasing Cooperative

Hope leads ILTPP, a free, member-based program for negotiated educational technology contracts. She also manages vendor relationships, coordinates negotiated contracts, and leads cooperative membership services, including quote requests and group purchases.

Joe Fatheree

Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching

Joe serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in the east central region.

Julia Eversmann

Multimedia Designer

Communications

Julia supports the execution and growth of LTC services through the development and creation of engaging graphics, video, and print media.

Justin Morgan

IT Strategy Manager

Technology Services

Justin provides services and consultations that help Illinois school districts maintain and enhance their technology infrastructure and networking capabilities.

Kara Zelhart

Event Coordinator

Professional Learning Services

Kara shapes and supports our large conferences and other professional learning events through leadership and communication.

Kim Harden

Administrative Assistant

Operations

Kim provides operational support for LTC staff, events, services, and initiatives..

Kristen Cann

Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching

Kristen serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support.

Linda DeYounge

Program Manager of Online Learning

Professional Learning Services

Linda designs, develops, and evaluates the LTC’s digital professional learning, including working with subject matter experts to create learning objectives, conducting needs assessments, and delivering interactive online PD opportunities.

Lisa Schwartz

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region

Regional EdTech Services

Lisa develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in western Illinois.

Mark Okigawa

Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching

Mark serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in the south Cook County region.

Matt Sherrill

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region

Regional EdTech Services

Matt develops and leads professional learning programs, trainings, and resources related to curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in east central Illinois.

Sam Fishel

Digital Content Manager

Communications

Sam leads and supports the execution and growth of LTC services through the development and creation of innovative, impactful, and timely digital content.

Sarah Phelps

Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM

Professional Learning Services

Sarah leads computer science and STEM initiatives, manages partnerships with state and national organizations, and elevates the LTC’s role as a thought leader in the K-12 computer science space.

Stacie Tefft

Instructional Technology Coach

Instructional Technology Coaching

Stacie serves as an instructional technology coach who works to amplify and enrich lessons, trainings, and technology integration support in southern Illinois.