Meet the PLA University Team

National Executive Director - PLA University

Tammy has more than 20 years of experience in higher education and workforce development, having served as the Executive Dean at a local community college where she oversaw 15 career and technical education programs, including short-term industry-based certifications. Combined with her experience as Deputy Director of Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County, she has been instrumental in collaborating with employers, higher education institutions, economic development corporations, and other organizations to upskill and reskill the workforce. Tammy has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, a Master of Business Administration in Finance and Economics and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction.

Executive Director  - Indianapolis, IN

Kristi joined the PLA University team in April 2023 as an Executive Director overseeing the Indiana program.  She graduated from Taylor University with a Master's in Business Marketing and is pursuing a Master’s in Social Work from Indiana University.   She is a purpose-driven business enthusiast with 15+ years in executive leadership focused on marketing strategy and business development.  In the previous five years before joining our team, she pivoted her focus toward teaching GED & Adult Education courses for organizations such as REDi and the Launch Hope Foundation. 

Workforce Development Coordinator - Indy

Nate recently received his Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Butler

University. While at Butler Nate, worked for a PLAU partner, Launch HOPE Foundation.

While working with Launch HOPE Foundation he closely worked with PLAU to organize workshops and classes for the entrepreneurial students of PLAU to turn their dreams into reality. Nate has thoroughly enjoyed working with the PLAU students with Launch HOPE and looks forward to having the opportunity to work with them consistently.