The Wayfinder Team

We're a team of educators, designers, and purpose-driven leaders committed to helping students prepare for what’s next.

Our Mission

The Wayfinder team partners with educators to guide students through meaningful learning experiences that help them build belonging, purpose, and future-ready skills.

Who We Are

At Wayfinder, we believe that every team member plays a vital role in our mission. Rather than listing individual bios, we’ve chosen to celebrate our shared purpose through snapshots, stories, and reflections.

Our work is deeply collaborative, and this approach allows us to highlight the energy, creativity, and commitment that drive Wayfinder forward. More than any one person, it’s about how we show up together—helping students and educators navigate their futures with confidence, authenticity, and joy.

100%

of our leadership team has experience as former school, district, or university educators

45+

Number of states our team has worked in

Number of countries our team has worked or volunteered in

Working with Purpose

Purpose isn’t just something we teach—it’s how we work. As a product of the Stanford d.school, our curriculum and activities are created using human-centered design. We engage directly with students and educators, gathering insights and feedback that shape everything we create. Below, hear from members of our team about the Purpose that drives their work every day.

Mark Williams

Learning + Development manager

“My purpose is to cultivate creativity, curiosity, and kindness in the hearts and minds of children—the young and the young at heart.”

Zareen Rahman

people business partner

“My purpose is to support people of all socio-ethnic and economic backgrounds to reach and fulfill their greatest potential.”

Joseph Bonifacio

Director of Quality Assurance

“Each classroom is bursting with potential, and my purpose is to create quality experiences and services that support the next generation to leave a positive societal impact.”