Kuna Tavalin has decades of experience in public affairs, advocacy and strategic planning in the education and human services arenas. Kuna focuses on federal policy encompassing appropriations, special education, early education, family engagement, child welfare and juvenile justice. Kuna began her career in the U.S. Senate where she covered a wide range of issues from education and child welfare to housing and transportation. Since that time, she has been working for non-profit organizations committed to helping the children and families furthest from opportunity succeed to their fullest potential. Kuna earned her teacher certification in Massachusetts and has taught middle school history.

Misti Carr has 22 years of experience in the special education field serving as a teacher, administrator, coordinator, and adjunct instructor. Misti is passionate about building effective systems for programming implementation, teacher development, and advocacy. Misti also serves as the CAN Coordinator for Kentucky CEC.