The College Savings Plans Network (CSPN) Executive Board provide policy and administrative oversight for the organization to ensure that it meets its goals and objectives of helping American families achieve their educational dreams. The board’s Mission, Vision and Strategic Priorities are:
MISSION
To foster initiatives and mobilize resources to promote and enhance 529 plans; to provide a forum for Network members to exchange information and ideas.
VISION
Broad awareness, understanding, and use of 529 plans to empower families to save for postsecondary education.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
1. Increase public awareness of the value of saving for postsecondary education through 529 plans.
2. Preserve and enhance federal tax treatment and other benefits for saving in 529 plans.
3. Maintain and improve access and appeal of 529 plans by advocating for favorable regulatory requirements.
4. Execute strategies for mitigating the impact of organizational turnover of experienced, engaged public and private sector CSPN members.
The following individuals are members of the 2024 Executive Board:
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Mary Morris, Chair
Chief Executive Officer, Virginia529
Hon. Kimberly Yee, Vice-Chair
Arizona State Treasurer
David Lawhorn, Treasurer
529 Manager, KY Higher Education Assistance Authority
Rachel Biar, Past Chair
Assistant State Treasurer, Nebraska
Kristia Adrian
Executive Director, 529 Specialist for JP Morgan Asset Management
Kerry Alexander
Senior Director, Education Savings, TIAA Tuition Financing
Angela Baier
CEO, CollegeInvest
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Hon. Zach Conine
Nevada State Treasurer
Hon. Colleen Davis
Delaware State Treasurer
Hon. Steven Johnson
Kansas State Treasurer
Robin Lott
Executive Director, Michigan Office of Postsecondary Financial Planning
Luke Minor
Director of College Savings Plans, WA529 and GET
Lael Oldmixon
Executive Director, Education Trust of Alaska
John Stevens
Director, Bureau of Savings Programs, Pennsylvania Treasury
View the CSPN 2021-2024 Strategic Plan
CSPN Bylaws
CSPN Committees for 2024
STAFF LEADERSHIP
Chris Hunter is Deputy Executive Director of the National Association of State Treasurers. He also administers the College Savings Plans Network’s programs and initiatives, working closely with the CSPN Executive Board. He is the point of contact and resource for all network inquiries and works with the board and network committees to achieve the goals and objectives of the membership. In addition, Chris works closely with the Williams & Jensen and Gold Bridge Partners to manage the federal legislative and regulatory initiatives, and maintain and enhance the CSPN website.