About Us

Arman Jaffer is the Founder of Brisk Teaching, where he’s leading the charge to revolutionize how educators engage with AI-powered tools. With a background in computer science and economics from UC Berkeley, Arman’s journey includes stints in the White House and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, where he shaped groundbreaking education products. His passion for improving education is evident in Brisk’s mission to save teachers time, streamline workflows, and empower students, all while making a lasting impact on the classroom experience. Recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 for Education, Arman’s vision for the future of education is just getting started.

Alex Muscat is the Founding Head of Data at Brisk Teaching, where he leads data strategy and ensures that insights drive impactful decisions. Before joining Brisk, Alex worked as a Senior Data Scientist at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, where he focused on data-driven initiatives in education. With a background in Comparative Literature from Stanford, Alex brings a unique perspective to data science, combining technical expertise with a passion for meaningful educational outcomes.

Maryel Ley is the Head of Operations at Brisk Teaching, overseeing key functions like finance, IT, and legal. With extensive experience in EdTech operations at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and Facebook, she excels at creating efficient systems and leading cross-functional teams. A former fifth-grade teacher, Maryel brings a strong focus on structure, collaboration, and problem-solving to her role.

Pamela Martinez is the Head of Engineering at Brisk Teaching, leading the development of AI-powered tools that enhance personalized learning experiences for educators and students. With over a decade in EdTech, she has contributed to impactful products at Seesaw and Clever, and co-founded Snowball Wealth to promote financial education. Pamela, a Stanford CS graduate, is passionate about building scalable, inclusive technology that drives meaningful change in education.

Sandra Short is the Chief Revenue Officer at Brisk Teaching, where she leads the charge in driving growth and revenue for the company. With over a decade of experience in the EdTech space, she has successfully developed and led high-performing sales teams at Panorama Education, NoRedInk, and Kiddom. Sandra is passionate about creating impactful solutions for educators and schools, leveraging her deep expertise in sales leadership to accelerate Brisk’s mission of empowering teachers with AI-powered tools.

Michelle Cummings is Brisk Teaching's Chief Academic Officer, with extensive experience in educational leadership. Formerly the Chief Academic Officer at Teachers Pay Teachers, she led initiatives that supported over 85% of U.S. teachers. Michelle is also the author of The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide, 5th edition, and is dedicated to improving student outcomes and developing educators through innovative, impactful strategies. At Brisk, Michelle is excited to drive AI-powered solutions that empower educators and enhance student engagement across classrooms.

Suvi Gluskin is the Founding Head of Marketing at Brisk Teaching, where she leads the strategy to bring AI-powered tools to educators across the globe. With over 10 years in EdTech and children’s media, she has a proven track record of scaling companies from the ground up and building engaged, thriving communities. Suvi has spearheaded high-growth marketing functions at Seesaw and Snowball Wealth, empowering educators and families to make a real impact. Passionate about relationship-driven leadership, she thrives on driving cross-functional strategies that delight customers and achieve growth.