Leadership
The Institute's leadership includes its founder, former scholars, and partners who have dedicated their careers to the preparation of the next generation.
The Team
Three people whose careers are measured in the lives of the scholars who have passed through them.
Founder & President
Founded the Institute in 2003 after a career at the intersection of policy and philanthropy. For more than two decades, he has personally mentored every Washington Scholar who has passed through the program. He holds degrees in government and public affairs and continues to lead the Institute's strategic vision, fundraising, and scholar selection.
wkeyes@theinstitute.net · 202-660-2501
Program Director
A 2006 scholar himself, BJ returned to the Institute to lead programming, curriculum, and the Collegiate Institutes network. His work bridges the flagship Washington Program with the regional cohorts in Atlanta, Charlotte, Durham, Greensboro, and New York.
wkeyes5@theinstitute.net
Director of Scholar Partnerships
Oversees internship placements, employer partnerships, and scholar sponsorships. Colin is the first call for organizations interested in hosting a Washington Scholar for the summer.
cganges@theinstitute.net
Join the Mission
Whether you'd like to host a scholar, endow a seminar, or join us in a mentorship role, we'd welcome the conversation.
