RYAN OSBORN President - Executive Office
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I'm Ryan Osborn, President of Junior Achievement of Central Iowa. In my role, I focus on setting our organization's vision, building momentum around our strategic priorities, and helping advance our mission of being the trusted bridge between education and the workforce in Central Iowa. Through this work, we equip students with the mindset and skillset to enable economic mobility and shape a future-ready workforce.
Throughout my career, I've been driven by helping young people believe in themselves. My experience in K-12 education as a teacher, coach, administrator, and fundraiser has shaped how I approach leadership, strategy, and creating meaningful impact.
What I value most about being part of JA of Central Iowa is the people and the mission – it's easy to feel and see meaning in the work.
Outside of work, I enjoy golf, music and watching sports- particularly cheering along with my wife at our kids' tournaments.
AIMEE GRAHAM Director of Accounting & Administration - Operations
I'm Aimee Graham, Director of Accounting & Administration at JA of Central Iowa. I help oversee accounting, financial operations, administrative functions, and support the systems and processes that keep our organization running effectively.
My experience in budgeting and bookkeeping, as well as human resources for a variety of industries, has reinforced my appreciation for accuracy, accountability, and thoughtful planning. Having received a degree in Mathematics, spreadsheets and numbers are a part of who I am!
I believe strong, dependable financial operations create a solid foundation for our team to focus on what matters most, advancing our mission. I'm proud to contribute by leading our budget and forecasting process as well as analyzing our investments opportunities and being involved in our annual financial audit reviews.
Outside of work, I enjoy reading and playing video games with my husband, Destin. We would choose a staycation over a vacation any day!
RACHAEL HAALAND Director - Experiential Learning Centers - Education
I'm Rachael Haaland, Director of Experiential Learning Centers at JA of Central Iowa. I focus on leading, and overseeing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park and helping my team create engaging experiences that bring learning to life.
For more than 20 years, I've worked with children with special needs and in early childhood education. Those experiences taught me the importance of meeting learners where they are, celebrating growth, and creating environments where every child can feel successful. Helping young people build confidence, discover their strengths, and connect learning to the real world is what continues to inspire me every day.
I believe some of the most powerful learning happens when students can step into an experience, try something new, and see what they're capable of accomplishing. That's why I'm so passionate about the impact our Experiential Learning Centers have on helping students develop life skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.
When I'm not at work, you'll usually find me cheering on my three children and enjoying all the ways they are learning, growing, and pursuing their many extracurricular activities. I also love spending time puzzling, reading a good book, and getting outside for a bike ride.
JENNA HULL Director of Community Impact - Community Impact
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I'm Jenna Hull, Director of Community Impact at Junior Achievement of Central Iowa. In my role, I work to cultivate community partnerships and engage with community champions who believe in creating meaningful opportunities for young people. I'm passionate about bringing people and resources together to advance JA's mission of preparing students for success and turning a shared vision into lasting impact.
My experience in K-12 education and higher education has allowed me to see firsthand how young people thrive when they have opportunities to discover their strengths, build confidence, and connect what they learn to their futures. I value the roles that strong partnerships play in creating engaging learning environments and helping students develop the skills, relationships, and confidence to navigate what comes next.
I'm passionate about providing opportunities for young people to experience their strengths and believe lasting impact starts with building trust and working together. I'm proud to contribute to JA’s mission by connecting education and the workforce, bringing together philanthropic support and community partnerships to create opportunities for students to thrive academically today and economically tomorrow.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband, Jonathan, our twin daughters, Leighton and Roslyn, and our dog, Georgie. As a family, we enjoy cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes at football games, going on bike rides, and spending time with friends. Some of our favorite moments are spent watching the girls shine at their cheer and gymnastics activities.
SHARON INGEBRAND Director of Education Partnerships - Education
I'm Sharon Ingebrand, Director of Education Partnerships at JA of Central Iowa. I focus on building and strengthening relationships with schools, districts, and education leaders to empower students to thrive in a rapidly changing world and provide education solutions for what’s next.
My background in educational leadership, teaching and learning, and experiential education has shaped my approach to creating strong, collaborative relationships that benefit the people and communities we serve.
I believe meaningful partnerships are built on trust, shared goals, and a commitment to student and educational success. I'm especially passionate about bridging classroom learning with real-world experiences, helping students develop transferable skills, explore career possibilities, and recognize opportunities they may not have imagined for themselves.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, biking, traveling, and live music.
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