The 2gnoMe Team
Where expertise meets innovation in service of educator growth.
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At 2gnoMe, our team is made up of passionate experts from across the fields of education, technology, policy, and leadership. Together, we are committed to simplifying and elevating professional learning for teachers and administrators everywhere.
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Our core team brings decades of experience in K-12 and higher education leadership, teaching practice, instructional coaching, educational research, and public policy. Many of our team members are former superintendents, district administrators, principals, classroom teachers, and state education officials — professionals who know firsthand the challenges educators face and what it takes to support them meaningfully.
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On the technology side, our engineers, product designers, and data specialists have deep roots in developing secure, scalable SaaS solutions specifically for the education sector. We take pride in building intuitive, accessible systems that work seamlessly for educators, administrators, and state agencies alike.
We are guided by nationally recognized advisors, including leaders in instructional design, professional learning standards, competency-based education, and AI in education. Our advisory groups include teachers, coaches, district leaders, and academic researchers who collaborate closely with us to ensure that 2gnoMe stays responsive to real-world classroom needs and evolving policy landscapes.
Most importantly, our work is deeply collaborative. We maintain ongoing partnerships with district and state leaders to continuously refine our platform — driven by feedback from the field. From small rural schools to large state systems, our team thrives on co-designing solutions that are flexible, evidence-based, and impactful.
At 2gnoMe, we believe that educators deserve tools that are as dynamic and committed as they are. We are proud to serve thousands of teachers and leaders across 18 states and 4 countries — and we’re just getting started.
Want to connect with us?
We welcome inquiries about potential job openings, podcast interviews, media features and thought leadership opportunities. Please email teachers@2gno.me to start the conversation.
Ilya Zeldin
CEO
Ilya Zeldin is the founder and CEO of 2gnoMe, an award-winning platform driving professional growth with personalized, data-driven solutions. With 20 years in tech and cloud innovation, he built 2gnoMe to solve challenges in team alignment and execution. A frequent speaker at industry events, Ilya shares practical insights on empowering people through technology. He lives with his family in New York City.
Ronald Herbas
Head of Growth
Ronald Herbas is an accomplished education leader with over 20 years of experience driving innovation and excellence. As a former Assistant Superintendent for the NYC Department of Education, he led initiatives that improved teacher development and student outcomes. Now at 2gnoMe, Ronald develops personalized, data-driven platforms aligned with the Danielson Framework, empowering educators nationwide. A U.S. Army Combat Veteran and West Point graduate with an MBA, he combines strategic vision with disciplined execution to transform education.
Richard Laine
Education Advisor
Richard Laine was previously Director of Education at the National Governors Association. Before that, Richard served as the Director of Education for The Wallace Foundation, where he led its initiative aimed at strengthening the quality of education leadership and its connection to improving student achievement. Prior to his position at Wallace, Richard was the Director of Education Policy and Initiatives at the Illinois Business Roundtable, the Associate Superintendent for Policy, Planning and Resource Management at the Illinois Board of Education and the Executive Director at the Coalition for Educational Rights.