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Jay Scott Sadler

Jay joined Manifezt less than a year after its founding in late 2016. After studying Economics with a minor in Finance and working at different financial institutions following his post-college career, he opted for a change of pace when the opportunity arose to join Manifezt. Having always been interested in technology and giving back to the community, when he saw a way to impact one of the biggest needs of South Florida, he jumped on the opportunity. In addition to his role as the Director of Development where he bridges connections with the outside community to advance our mission, he assists with organizational direction and planning, and he is also a part-time contributor to the Manifezt blog where he writes opinion pieces about different topics that relate to STEM.

The Relationship between Sports, STEM Education, Median Income & The Crime Rate
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The Relationship between Sports, STEM Education, Median Income & The Crime Rate

According to the latest numbers, Florida high schools produce the highest number of division one college football players of any state*.  However, Florida ranks 41st in America in terms of funding per student in public schools*, and STEM education is the most expensive form of education and often suffers the…
Jay Scott Sadler
March 8, 2022
Public School Education For-Profit Charter Schools – The Answer to South Florida’s Public School Education Issues?
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For-Profit Charter Schools – The Answer to South Florida’s Public School Education Issues?

Concerned parents have been looking for alternative options for their students for years. 87% of Florida’s youth is currently enrolled in some form of public school education, and households with children in private schools make 174% of the income of households with children in public schools, indicating a private education…
Jay Scott Sadler
March 8, 2022
Chris Caines Interim Program Director of the Knight Foundation Chris Caines Joins Manifezt Advisory Board
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Interim Program Director of the Knight Foundation Chris Caines Joins Manifezt Advisory Board

Thanks to his belief in the Manifezt Foundation mission, we are pleased to announce the addition of Interim Program Director of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Chris Caines, to our board. Chris has been with the Knight Foundation for the past two years, where he worked closely…
Jay Scott Sadler
December 13, 2017