Board Members

Ed Advancement’s Board of Trustees is a diverse group of nationally-recognized leaders in education, student success, and finance. The trustees are committed to supporting Ed Advancement’s mission to support social mobility by strengthening mission-focused colleges and universities that primarily serve low-income and first generation students.
Hamilton E. “Tony” James

Hamilton E. “Tony” James

Chairman of the Board and Co-Founder of Ed Advancement
James Runcie

James Runcie

CEO and Co-Founder of Ed Advancement
Arne Duncan

Arne Duncan

Managing Partner, Chicago CRED / Managing Partner, Emerson Collective
Dr. Beryl McEwen

Dr. Beryl McEwen

Provost Emerita, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Garrett Moran

Garrett Moran

Former President, Year Up
Verdun S. Perry

Verdun S. Perry

Global Head of Blackstone Strategic Partners