MAD-learn

Our Story, Inspired by You.

Educators. Entrepreneurs. Innovators.

MAD-learn

The Problem

MAD-learn began with a challenge in education and a simple but powerful starting point: listen first.

Student Voice

Students made it clear they didn’t just want to use technology. They wanted to create it. That insight changed everything.

Built to Adapt

Today, MAD-learn is a minority, female-owned and led company making design thinking accessible to every learner.

Why It Matters

We believe the most valuable skill isn’t knowing the answer - it’s knowing how to find it, build it, and improve it. It’s the heart of everything we do.

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Meet the MAD-learn Team

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Alefiya Master | Founder

Former educator turned entrepreneur,
Alefiya founded MAD-learn on a simple belief that learners should be creators, not just consumers. Her enthusiasm is contagious. Spend five minutes with her and you'll understand exactly why this company exists. Continuing to shape the company's vision through keynotes and board leadership, she brings her passion for innovation, equity, and real-world learning that prepares every student and lifelong learner for what's next.

Chrissy Rebert-Long | CEO

Chrissy has built a career spanning K-12 education,
sales, and global instructional solutions. She leads with the belief that every voice matters, and it shows in how she builds teams, drives strategy, and shows up for the people around her. A committed advocate for equitable access to technology and STEM pathways, she brings a rare blend of business savvy, instructional expertise, and human-centered leadership to move MAD-learn forward.

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Alexandra Kummernes | COO

Alexandra keeps MAD-learn moving forward.
With a background spanning journalism, education, and EdTech, she's found a common thread running through all of it. Storytelling and human connection have always been at the center, turning complex information into clarity. She brings sharp strategic thinking and operational expertise to everything she touches, driving growth, streamlining operations, and building the foundation MAD-learn needs to scale.

Caroline Westervelt | Customer Experience Manager

Caroline is with you every step of the way.
With 20+ years in the classroom and a deep understanding of what schools need, she guides educators and institutions through every stage of the MAD-learn journey, from onboarding to long-term success, making sure every experience feels supported, seamless, and worth it.

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Doreen Frempong-Baah | Program & Engagement Manager

Doreen is the force behind MAD-learn's presence and outreach.
From major events and logistics to social media, she ensures every touchpoint reflects the MAD-learn mission with energy, intention, and heart. She also leads our virtual internship program, mentoring students as they build the future-ready skills that will carry them forward.

Ashutosh Shukla | Product Manager

Ashutosh turns ideas into intuitive experiences.
Genuinely open-minded and always looking for ways to grow, he leads the product design team with curiosity and a deep commitment to making MAD-learn's tools beautiful, functional, and accessible. No idea is too big or too early in a conversation with him.

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Lokendra Tomar | Senior Software Engineer

Lokendra builds the engine that powers MAD-learn.
With deep expertise in software development and a drive for continuous improvement, he keeps the platform fast, reliable, and always evolving.

Jitendra Kumar | Senior UI Engineer

Jitendra transforms complex design concepts into clean,
seamless web experiences. His work powers the interfaces that keep students and teachers engaged and coming back every day.

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Aishwarya Gupta | QA Engineer

Detail-oriented and always evolving,
Aishwarya approaches quality assurance with a forward-thinking mindset. He's not just catching issues, he's anticipating them, pushing MAD-learn's platform to be smarter, smoother, and better with every iteration.

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