We’re on the side of borrowers
Summer is a certified B Corporation combining innovative technology and policy expertise to serve student loan borrowers across the country.
In an industry known for misinformation and bad actors, we promise to stand on the side of borrowers.

We’re on the side of borrowers.
Summer is a certified B Corporation combining innovative technology and policy expertise to serve student loan borrowers across the country.
In an industry known for misinformation and bad actors, we promise to stand on the side of borrowers.

Summer is a mission-driven B Corp using smart technology to become the go-to resource for student loan borrowers across the country.

Summer is a mission-driven B Corp using smart technology to become the go-to resource for student loan borrowers across the country.
Meet the Team
Our founding team draws on years of experience in public policy, law, consumer finance, and engineering to tackle one of the greatest challenges of our generation.
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Will SealyCo-Founder & CEO
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Paul JooCo-Founder & COO
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Vincent TranCo-Founder & CPO
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John WhitfieldHead of Engineering
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Ella Saunders CrivelloHead of Partner Success
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Leigh GrossHead of Business Development
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Ken GardnerHead of Marketing
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Bridget HaileHead of Borrower Success
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Katie RosmanBorrower Success Manager
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Jess AquinoBorrower Success Associate
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Karishma ParikhBorrower Success Associate
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Safiya MyersPartnerships Associate
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Ruby HooseLead Recruiter
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Chen FuData Scientist
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Favian RahmanSenior Data Analyst
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Leah McLaughlinLead Product Designer
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Melissa MakProduct Designer
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Dan BabelBusiness Development Manager
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Danny CanarickSenior Product Manager
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Kelsey KingProduct Marketing Manager
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Melissa BlackerbyContent Marketer
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Don LeistmanSoftware Engineer
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Dylan WrightSoftware Engineer
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Geena GaoSoftware Engineer
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Yuriko InabaSoftware Engineer
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Calvin LortieSoftware Engineer
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The student loan crisis is forcing a generation of my peers to put a mortgage on our futures. The byzantine structure that exists for managing one’s loans just makes the already huge burden of student debt all the heavier. I’m a big believer in empowerment through knowledge, and Summer is doing great work to help educate people about their student loan options and give them back control over their lives. I’m excited to be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive change in the world, and solve fun technological challenges along the way.
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We’re Hiring
Our team is passionate about building smart tools to provide customized recommendations for all borrowers. Join us to help fix the system!
Learn more about what it’s like to work at Summer

We’re Hiring
Our team is passionate about building smart tools to provide customized recommendations for all borrowers. Join us to help fix the system!
Learn more about what it’s like to work at Summer
READ THE REPORTS:
Buried in Debt:
The Domino Effect
Published November 1, 2018
We surveyed 7,095 borrowers from all 50 states to understand how the burden of student debt impacts borrowers’ everyday lives.
Student Debt and Demographics: Disparate Impact
Published March 11, 2019
The severity of the student debt crisis is compounded in minority communities, perpetuating an intergenerational cycle.
The Debt Burden of LGBTQ+ Youth
Published April 8, 2019
READ THE REPORTS:
Buried in Debt: The Domino Effect
Published November 1, 2018
We surveyed 7,095 borrowers from all 50 states to understand how the burden of student debt impacts borrowers’ everyday lives.
Student Debt and Demographics: Disparate Impact
Published March 11, 2019
The severity of the student debt crisis is compounded in minority communities, perpetuating an intergenerational cycle.
The Debt Burden of LGBTQ+ Youth
Published April 8, 2019
Our Values

Empathy
We believe that understanding others is critical for our team’s success—both internally with the team and externally with the borrowers we aim to serve.

Diversity
We respect diversity in all forms and encourage open, respectful differences of opinion among team members.

Determination
We strive to build a best-in-class product that is responsive to user needs and effectively addresses a critical social issue of our day.

Growth
We believe in continuous growth and encourage the team to improve through regular, open, and respectful feedback.

Humility
We believe in balancing our smart, innovative approach with a recognition that our users have unique needs that will drive our product.

Fun
We also enjoy a work environment where team members can be themselves and have fun both in and out of the office!