Board of Directors
Karla Borgendale
Karla is a dynamic HR and Organizational Development leader with a passion for building talent strategies that drive business growth. Karla has a proven ability to navigate ambiguity, scale programs in high-growth environments, and align HR initiatives with business objectives. She is experienced in leadership development, organizational design, change management, and employee engagement, and adept at using data storytelling to influence executive decision-making, optimize workforce performance, and anticipate future talent needs. Karla is a creative problem-solver who thrives in complex, fast-paced organizations, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
Karla’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlaborgendale
Maud Duggan
Maud Duggan is a principle at Union Place Home Systems & Interior Design, a third-generation family business located in downtown Excelsior, Minnesota that’s known for its award-winning integration of technology and design.
For over 25 years, Maud has provided innovative interior design solutions for clients with home projects large and small, always bringing them the best quality and value. Among other things, Maud manages Union Place’s in-house manufacturing facility that produces high-end, customized furnishings, window treatments, and more.
A Rotarian with a strong focus on volunteerism and community, Maud is also involved in the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce and many local events. She enjoys cooking and cocktails, yoga and cycling, and boating on Lake Minnetonka with her family in the summer.
Maud’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maud-duggan-5601a04a
Sri latha Ganti
Owner, Mathnasium. Sri has graduated from University of Minnesota graduate with a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Sri owns and operates four Mathnasium centers. Prior to that, Sri worked with several multinational, and startup’s in various capacities. Sri enjoys working with students of all grades and believes that doing math improves general problem solving and analytical skills and builds student’s confidence.
Sri likes to volunteer her time in the school district, mentoring emerging leaders and future entrepreneurs through programs like DECA.
Greg pavett
Board Chair, Founder and Executive Director. Greg is the Founder and Executive Director of The Humanity Alliance. A 501 (c)(3) based in Victoria Minnesota. Greg is committed to launching and scaling disruptive innovations that address unmet needs in our community. Greg has spent over 18 years launching and scaling new innovations in the for-profit arena.
Since 2018, Greg has applied his expertise to the non-profit space, moving at a pace commensurate with the need, and focused on unraveling the inequities that keep our communities from thriving. Greg holds a BS in Communications from Bradley University.