About US

At Ori, our mission is to empower and inspire every learner by providing innovative, comprehensive, and accessible Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Transition curriculum solutions. We are dedicated to fostering resilient, compassionate, and successful individuals who are equipped with the essential skills to  thrive in an ever-changing world.

Ori Learning Mission and Vision

Our Values

Empowerment

We believe in providing the highest quality learning resources, grounded in evidence-based practices, to support the holistic development of learners.

Innovation

Our passion for creativity and adaptability enables us to develop solutions that meet the diverse needs of learners and stay ahead of the curve in educational trends.

Build better, together

We foster strong partnerships with educators and administrators in order to create turnkey solutions that are easy to implement and effective in the classroom. 

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our decisions and actions.

Inclusivity

We focus on the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of every individual, fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Commitment to Excellence

We believe in providing the highest quality learning resources, grounded in evidence-based practices, to support the holistic development of learners.

Our Team

Jon Izek - Founder & CEO
Jon Izak

Founder and CEO

Dr. Miriam Gayle VP of Operations
Dr. Miriam Gayle

VP of Operations

Gennia Yosifovich

VP of Product and Technology

Tess Hileman

Head of Curriculum Development

Head of Education Sales, Cole Ganopulos
Cole Ganopulos

Head of Education Sales

Myka Walker Senior Customer Success Manager
Myka Walker

Senior Customer Success
Manager

Stefan Kalpachev - Marketing Coordinator
Stefan Kalpachev

Marketing Coordinator

Carly Reeves - Lead Visual Designer
Carly Reeves

Lead Visual Designer

Kerri Sumner - Implementation Specialist
Kerri Sumner

Implementation Specialist

Sam Gilford - Customer Success Manager
Sam Gifford

Customer Success Manager

Kate Sundquist - Curriculum Content Developer
Kate Sundquist

Curriculum Content Developer

Joshua King - Lead Quality Assurance Engineer
Joshua King

Lead Quality Assurance Engineer

Get students to arrive at their fullest potential

Get students to arrive at their fullest potential.

See Ori's Transition Curriculum
See Ori's SEL Curriculum
“Before Ori, I didn’t have access to a vocational skills curriculum for my students with mild disabilities. Now I have everything I need in one place.”
Sara S.Special Education Teacher, West Aurora School District, Illinois
Sara S.
“My students love answering questions and getting immediate feedback. When they hear that correct answer chime, they’re so happy. It's empowering."
Alexa D.Learning Behavior Specialist, West Aurora School District, Illinois
Alexa D.
“The content is relevant and current. Everything is user-friendly for me and my students. The teacher interface and tools are especially great."
Karen T.San Marcos Unified School District, California
Karen T.

Want to be a part of the Ori team?

If you have a willingness to learn and openness to evolving as we continue to be inspired by students to arrive at our fullest potential, you’re in the right place. 

Current openings:

Sales Development Representative