OUR LEADERSHIP
OUR COMMITMENT IS FOSTERING POSITIVE CHANGE IN COMMUNITIES WORLDWIDE.
Meet the dedicated individuals driving Queens Gambit's mission forward, each bringing unique expertise and passion to empower young minds through chess and strategic leadership.
FOUNDER, PRESIDENT, CEO
ASHLEY LYNN PRIORE
Ashley Lynn Priore, the visionary founder, president, and CEO of Queens Gambit, is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment through chess and strategic leadership. As a recognized chess champion, social entrepreneur, and advocate for gender equity in the chess world, Ashley brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. Her commitment to fostering inclusive communities and empowering the next generation of leaders is at the heart of Queens Gambit's mission.
Ashley has received numerous awards for her leadership, including Pittsburgh Business Times' 30 under 30. In 2021, Ashley was featured alongside powerhouses Hoda Kotb, Tyra Banks, and Bobbi Brown in The Epic Mentor Guide: Insider Advice for Girls Eyeing the Workforce from 180 Boss Women Who Know. She is an in-demand speaker and currently serves on numerous nonprofit boards. In 2022, Ashley earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Political Science at the University of Pittsburgh.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OUR BOARD MEMBERS CONTRIBUTE EXPERTISE SPANNING FROM VARIOUS SECTORS TO EMPOWER YOUTH.
Board Chair
John Siminerio
Cigna Health
Vice Chair & Partnerships Lead
Vidya Surti
University of Pittsburgh
Treasurer
Brett Fulesday
CGFI
Secretary
Joe Harris
University of Pittsburgh
Access Lead
Dr. Crystal Rose
Early Excellence Project
Development Lead
Shaqui Scott
POISE Foundation
David Edgar
K&L Gates
Gia H. Braafhart
Social Systems Development LLC
Katharine Kelleman
Pittsburgh Regional Transit
Raihan Izimbetova
Partner4Work
Samara Taber
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Tom Baker
Variety - The Children’s Charity
Weston White
Youth Places
JOIN THE TEAM
BECOME A PART OF OUR MISSION TO EMPOWER YOUTH THROUGH CHESS AND STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP.
Explore opportunities to join the Queens Gambit team and discover how you can contribute your skills and passion to make a positive impact in communities worldwide.