Mindy Wright

Mindy Wright, an expert in college access and success, is making waves with her incredible work in the education industry. As co-founder and chief program officer at The Upward Project, her passion for helping low-income, first-generation students is evident in the school's persistence rate, which has reached 78%. Mindy's expertise in college counseling and program design makes her an invaluable resource for schools looking to launch or improve their college access and success programs. Mindy's experience as a former history department chair at Boston Prep and her education in urban education and leadership at Boston College have equipped her with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a significant impact in education. As a low-income and first-generation college graduate of Colby College, Mindy is well aware of the challenges and barriers this demographic faces. Her work will undoubtedly continue to make a significant impact on students' lives for many years to come.