Board & Staff

Jean Ikeda is a visionary leader with a passion for driving impactful change through leadership. With a 30-year background leading student programs in the private sector, she brings her experience in strategic planning and organizational development to MTC. Jean has a deep commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others and holds the belief that by working together, we can create a community that is equitable, inclusive, and sustainable. She is dedicated to leading MTC where its mission is fully realized and its impact builds a brighter future for those it serves.

Christy Flahavan has spent the past two decades investing in programs that enhance the lives of youth. She brings her experience as a community volunteer and MTC Tutor Program Manager in the Los Altos School District to the Director of Programs role. Prior to focusing on educational programs, Christy specialized in marketing and corporate communications for both the non-profit sector and medical device industry. In both her professional and personal endeavors, Christy has a passion for partnering with organizations that prioritize improving the wellbeing of those served. Christy is a firm believer in the impact of caring adults on the youth in our community and she values her role in facilitating those connections through Mentor Tutor Connection.

Jackie Garreau started her journey at MTC as a tutor in 2020 and joined the MTC staff in the fall of 2022. She has over fifteen years experience as an active volunteer and team leader with several school-parent associations and youth programs. She served on the board of a local youth orchestra and has a professional background in law and banking. Jackie is originally from Massachusetts and has lived in the Bay Area for over twenty-five years.

Leslie Cervantes’ connection with Mentor Tutor Connection exemplifies the transformative power of mentorship. As a former Mountain View High School mentee herself, Leslie experienced firsthand how a caring mentor shapes young lives and opens doors to brighter futures. Inspired to pay it forward, she became a mentor, and is currently mentoring a college student. She also served as a board member for MTC and is currently on the Mountain View Leadership Advisory Council. Leslie worked for the Santa Clara County Juvenile Probation Department before pivoting to entrepreneurship. She is driven to cultivate impactful connections that create a positive and lasting impact between mentors and mentees. Leslie’s lifelong dedication to mentorship and her commitment to empowering others is a testament to the transformative ripple effect of mentorship.

As the Community Engagement Manager, Gloria drives marketing and engagement initiatives to further MTC’s mission. Before joining MTC, Gloria gained extensive experience in market strategy and insights at a Fortune 50 healthcare company. She has been actively involved as a volunteer in local schools and through her work with National Charity League. Gloria is passionate about MTC’s mission to help students reach their potential and thrive. In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, cooking, and searching for the Bay Area’s best matcha latte with her teenage daughters.

Lisa comes to MTC with experiences and learnings from nonprofit organizations, local governments, mental health practices, and life coaching.  She has also volunteered her time in school classrooms, PTAs, local sports organizations, and mentorship programs.  Lisa values the impact that mentoring and modeling have on empowering young people to take action towards a thriving life.  What brings Lisa joy: food/eating, traveling, reading, family, friends, and her dog, Tuna.

As the Tutor Program Manager for MTC, Vanessa Hannan leads efforts to enhance tutoring initiatives in the Los Altos School District.  Before her move to the Bay Area, Vanessa was in business development at Amazon. After relocating to California and starting a family, she became deeply involved in the local community. Vanessa dedicated her time to various roles, including contributing to the Springer auction committee, serving on the PTA board, acting as the VP of Volunteering and Membership, Project Cornerstone, and numerous local charities.  Driven by a profound commitment to giving back, Vanessa is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others. In her free time, Vanessa enjoys running, biking, volleyball, and skiing with her family and friends.

Fionnuala Loughran is a Tutor Program Manager with MTC working with our tutors in the Mountain View Whisman School District. Fionnuala has a finance and program management background in the public and voluntary sector, and has been an involved parent in local schools and an active volunteer in PTA, Girl Scouts and her kids soccer since arriving in the U.S. from Ireland ten years ago.

Jennifer Springer is the Mentor Program Manager at Mountain View High School. Jennifer has primarily worked in the career counseling field, helping adults and youth find employment and advance their educational goals. She is well-connected to the programs that support struggling families & familiar with alternative educational options. Jennifer is a long-term resident of the area and cares greatly for our community. She is a member of the Los Altos Village Association Board because she is motivated to build community and create a downtown for residents of all ages. Jennifer has a long history of being involved in the local PTA. She is currently serving on the Mountain View Los Altos High School Foundation Board.  You’ll find her hiking through the foothills or on a mountain bike in her free time, trying to keep up with her teenagers.