Autumn Bishop, District Program Manager, GEAR UP Kentucky, Augusta Senior High School (Kentucky)

Autumn Bishop is a dedicated student and family services professional with nearly a decade of experience in college access and community outreach. She serves as a district program manager with GEAR UP Kentucky at the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, overseeing program implementation, budgeting, and student services. She is also a senior fellow with the Kentucky Student Success Collaborative where she partners with institutions to reduce barriers to student basic needs. Autumn holds master’s degrees in school counseling and clinical mental health counseling from Northern Kentucky University, and a bachelor’s in psychology and human services and counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. She is passionate about advancing educational equity and empowering students and families across Kentucky.

Kristi Bonilla, School Counselor, Godwin High School (Michigan)

Kristi Bonilla is a dedicated school counselor at Godwin Heights High School, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can thrive. With a strong belief in the power of connection, Kristi prioritizes building meaningful relationships with students, their families, and the broader Godwin Heights community. Her primary focus is ensuring equitable access to opportunities for all students, guiding them through the complex paths of college and career readiness. Kristi works tirelessly to remove barriers and connect students with the resources, programs, and mentorship needed to explore their passions and realize their full post-secondary potential. Whether it's navigating the college application process, securing financial aid, or exploring diverse career pathways and skilled trades, Kristi is a devoted advocate and resource for every Godwin Heights student.

Kami Kurisu, School Counselor, El Toro High School (California) 

Kami Kurisu is a professional school counselor at El Toro High School in Lake Forest, California. She earned a bachelor’s degree in child and adolescent development with a minor in psychology from Point Loma Nazarene University and a master’s degree in school counseling from California State University, Long Beach. Before joining El Toro High School in the 2021–22 school year, Kami served as a substitute counselor in the Capistrano Unified School District. She is passionate about providing equitable educational opportunities, promoting student well-being, and fostering strong relationships with students and their families. In her free time, she enjoys attending church, planning her wedding, and spending time with friends and family.

Facilitator - Lisa King, director, ACT’s American College Application Campaign

Lisa has worked for the American College Application Campaign since 2016 as senior communications specialist and was named director in 2020. Prior to joining the Campaign, Sommer King served local, state, and national nonprofits and education institutions through her communications consultancy, Lisa King Consulting, LLC. Some of the clients include the Michigan College Access Network, the National College Attainment Network, Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, and Michigan AfterSchool Association. Sommer King holds a bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University in integrative public relations and public affairs and a master’s degree in strategic communication from Michigan State University. She resides in East Lansing, Michigan with her three sons and two cats.