OUR UGE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Experience. Expertise. Energy. Leadership with Purpose.

At The Urban Green Education Project, we believe leadership means service, stewardship, and bold vision.

Our team brings decades of experience in education, technology, and social impact, united by one mission: to empower schools, teachers, and students with ethical, affordable digital learning solutions that open doors for all.

We are driven by a deep belief in the fight for the democratization of education because every learner, everywhere, deserves access to opportunity.

Don Lamison

CEO - Director of Operations and Development

Don Lamison is the Founder, CEO, and Director of Operations and Development for both our humanitarian outreach project, The Urban Green Education Project and Scout Education and Don studied Engineering and received his MBA from the University of South Florida. His passion for Education and Education Equality was born out of his time spent in both Florida classrooms, where he taught English Literature, and in underdeveloped inner-city neighborhoods in Indonesia. Don met his wife, Johana Kristamala, in graduate school. Johana was born and raised in the Mangga Dua neighborhood of Jakarta in Indonesia. Her educational, professional, and public service achievements, despite economic and social challenges, serve as an inspiration for Don and all Scout employees. 

Don deeply believes that simple educational opportunities can lead to radical change in the life of a child, a family, a community, a city, and our world - that childhood should have choices, childhood should be celebrated. In this age of technology, we now have the ability to remove many of the limits that govern which children can and cannot be educated. 

Dr. Mouluke El-Fayez

COO - Director of Instruction

Dr. Mouluke El-Fayez is the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Instruction for Scout Education and Urban Green Education. Her passion for learning and student empowerment was shaped by a rich blend of academic study, teaching experience, and cultural heritage. She earned her Master’s degree in Medical Sciences (Aging & Neuroscience) from the University of South Florida, and her Doctorate in Health Sciences from Eastern Virginia Medical School, where her research focused on preventive health education in underserved rural schools.

Mouluke’s career has taken her from high school classrooms, where she taught biology, chemistry, physics, and psychology, to developing international programs that prepare students to thrive in a connected, rapidly changing world. Known for her relational, student-centered approach, she fosters trust, curiosity, and belonging, supporting students’ academic and personal growth.

Rooted in her Jordanian Bedouin heritage and shaped by years living between Jordan and the United States, Mouluke brings a global perspective to her work. She believes that education is not just about meeting standards, but about unlocking human potential, helping students think critically, lead with confidence, and use their talents to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.

Karen Wilkins, Ed.S.

Director of Teacher Training, Professional Development

Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of South Florida. She has also earned a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction and an Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. Karen has taught and acted in an administrative position for over thirty-five years in Hillsborough County, Florida. She has taught all levels from elementary school to high school. In addition to k-12 education, she has taught education classes at the University of South Florida and the University of Tampa.

Karen has had numerous articles published nationally concerning social science education. She was the 2022 Hillsborough County Social Studies Middle School Teacher of the Year. With extensive experience in both the classroom and administrative roles, Karen now turns her energy to mentorship. A natural servant leader, she partners with schools to construct more efficient professional development that will lead more directly to student growth.

Fian Sopian

Lead Project Manager

Fian Sopian is a true Educational Engineer who works closely on site with schools, teachers, and school leaders to support the implementation of UGE’s programs. His role focuses on listening to educators, understanding their needs, and helping programs work well in their schools. He is also a member of the APEC Learning Community Builders, where he connects with educators and practitioners across Indonesia.

Alongside this role, Fian currently spends his time teaching children in an underserved area in Jakarta. His classroom experience helps him better understand the challenges faced by students and teachers, and allows him to bring practical insights back into his work. Fian believes that educational equity starts with listening to communities, respecting local teachers, and ensuring every child has access to meaningful learning opportunities.

Ann Little

Director of Partnerships & Strategic Implementation

Committed to equity and sustainable improvement, Ann partners with schools to build diverse leadership pipelines, dismantle systemic barriers, and cultivate cultures where all learners and educators can thrive- across the United States and internationally. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Hiram College in Ohio and a Master of Arts in Education Leadership and Management from the University of Roehampton in the UK.

Ann has led successful large-scale transformation initiatives across Malaysia and Indonesia, as well as with Hillsborough County Public Schools, Florida in the United States. Her background as a special education teacher, instructional coach, and project manager gives her a deep understanding of how change affects every layer of a school system. She is particularly skilled at embedding inclusive practices within broader transformation efforts, ensuring equity remains central to improvement. Ann is driven by the belief that every child deserves access to a high-quality education system.

Asher Wilkins

Learning and Development Lead - Liberal Arts

Asher Wilkins is an on-site manager specializing in whole-school management. Asher Wilkins graduated as valedictorian from Fisk University with a BA in political science before pursuing his MA in International Affairs at Florida State University. Having grown up in a household of educators, Asher has always had an interest in globalism, education, and bettering lives through both, and believes that education provides opportunities not only for individuals but communities at large, and can drastically change the quality of life of a population. 

Asher is fluent in multiple languages, including Spanish and Japanese. A natural leader, Asher specializes in whole-school management and has expertise in partnership building with parents, businesses, and the community to support both the academic and the financial / infrastructure growth of a school. 

Marta Fabregas

Learning and Development Lead- Life Sciences

Marta was born and raised in a coastal town north of Barcelona, Spain. She has carried a deep passion for nature, wildlife, and the ocean her entire life. Marta speaks English, Catalan, Spanish, Italian, and French. She attended the University of Barcelona where she studied Biology and earned a Master’s degree in Marine Sciences. Later, she continued her studies at the University of Padova in Italy where she studied the distribution of the bottlenose dolphin in the Mediterranean doing surveys along the coast of Liguria. Next, Marta worked for an environmental arm of the government of Wales. Later, she served as the Marine Sea Turtle Conservation Coordinator in Costa Rica. She has also participated in advanced academic studies in Thailand, Argentina, Mexico, and India.

Marta deeply believes in utilizing experiential education in her lessons, a methodology that is student-centered where students are encouraged to interact with the lesson rather than only to receive them. While Marta is certified in biology and chemistry, her love and specialty is marine biology, Her passion is to inspire others about sustainable living initiatives on the planet and be in harmony with nature. Marta believes that change starts with living healthier lives, spending time in nature, and doing what you love.

Adison Roman

Learning and Development Lead - Mathematics  and Economics

Adison Roman is the mathematics and economics partner. In the classroom, she works to share tools and resources with both teachers and students to enrich their learning. Adison graduated from the University of South Florida as a King O Neal Scholar with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. During her time at USF, Adison studied visual scene perception and attention in the Visual Attention and Cognition lab. Upon graduation, Adison was promoted to the Manager of Learning Experiences at Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay, a nonprofit working to prepare young people to succeed in the global economy. Adison has always been dedicated to helping others and serving her community.

Adison has a passion for educating students on financial concepts and personal financial management strategies. As an educator, Adison believes that her students are capable of learning anything. She hopes to encourage her students to work hard and recognize the value in their education.

Catur Yuli Styawan

Regional Education Ambassador

Catur Yuli Styawan, known to many simply as Catur, is an Indonesian educator with a deep passion for learning and school development. He believes strongly in continuous self-education through reading, reflection, and professional practice. Catur has played a leading role in designing and strengthening curriculum systems in schools throughout Indonesia, helping to build structures that support effective teaching and meaningful student learning. He has also worked alongside a dedicated team to support school growth, program expansion, and instructional improvement.

Catur has more than 15 years of experience as a classroom teacher and has led projects focused on teacher professional development and classroom management. His work centers on equipping educators with practical strategies to strengthen pedagogy and learning environments. Catur holds a Master’s degree in School Leadership with a concentration in Business Management and remains committed to advancing education across broader learning communities.

Roy Gautama

Director of Strategic Initiatives

Roy graduated from Bina Nusantara University with a degree in Computer Studies with a major in Computerized Accounting. His extensive corporate and non-profit experience has centered on creating complex, feasible, long-term project designs for large international organizations. In his most recent post, Roy traveled to more than twenty countries as the managing director for five offices in Europe. As a proud Indonesian citizen, currently based in England, Roy has risen from a very humble background and is a firm believer that all children, regardless of their background, deserve an equal opportunity for an education that will allow them to become their best selves, becoming creative, effective thinkers, communicators, and doers, growing their families, their cities, and society.

Dr. Christopher Perez

Mentor - Accreditation and University Relations

Chris holds a BA and an MA, and an EdS from the University of South Florida. He recently earned his PhD. Chris heads one of the top schools in Taiwan, transforming the curriculum and instructional methods, building a school now recognized as one of the best in Asia. His expertise is not only in curriculum systems, but their applications in complex international classroom settings make his talent set unique. A young, respected leader in the blended learning movement.

Conrad Pramono

Mentor - University Programs / Internships

Conrad Pramono came to Urban Green Education with extensive experience working alongside the executive team of a big four consulting firm. Conrad specializes in administrative technology and is responsible for turnkey system implementations using progressive systems and applications, including educational software, communication procedures, and organizational apps. Conrad is a powerful force in the workplace and uses his positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students to work hard and succeed. Conrad holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from Texas A&M University, as well as a Master of Business Administration from Loyola University New Orleans. In his free time, Conrad is an avid cyclist and an audiophile.

Christopher Arterbury

Mentor - Testing and Assessment

After his studies at the University of Washington and New York University, Chris embarked on an engineering career in the tech sector. With Chris’ wife having roots in Indonesia, the family made a decision In 2009 to relocate to be closer to extended family and give their young children the chance to learn the culture and language. During this time, his passion turned to education. With a deep background in the hard sciences, especially Physics, Chris brings a unique combination of skills to the UGE team. His experiences as a large-scale project manager coupled with his expertise in instructional methods form a foundation that drives Chris’ commitment to the blended learning movement as a path to greater access to a world-class education for students of all socioeconomic backgrounds.