Meet the Edlink Team
Right now, Edlink is a small, high-performing team based in Austin, Texas.
Wanna join us? Send us a note - we're always on the lookout for a great addition to the team.
Gabriel (Gabe) Williamson is a Client Success Manager focused on making technical solutions accessible and effective for every client. With a background in consultative sales across the edtech space, he now channels that experience into helping clients succeed long after the contract is signed. Off the clock, Gabe’s often in his garden, at a new Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym, or hunting down his next favorite bite around Austin.
You can reach Gabe on LinkedIn or email: gabe @ ed . link
Grace Stone is a Client Success Manager with a background in Fintech and startups across the EU and US. She studied philosophy and Spanish at University College London and now brings a global perspective to supporting Edlink’s clients. In her free time, she’s either trying new restaurants around Austin or tuning up a home-cooked recipe.
You can reach Grace on LinkedIn or email: grace @ ed . link
Daniel Zapata is a backend engineer with over a decade of startup experience. He taught himself Python in middle school and has been building and scaling systems ever since. Outside of work, Daniel raises rabbits, gardens, and plays several instruments. He’s married, with a kid on the way, and always has something growing, building, or playing in the background.
You can reach Daniel on LinkedIn or email: daniel @ ed . link
Denis Gonchar is a software engineer who thinks writing AI agents with AI agents is just about the most fun you can have with code. Originally from Russia, he’s enjoying getting to know Austin and the quirks of American culture. He recently bought a very nice guitar with hopes that he plays it, so it doesn’t end up as fancy wall art.
You can reach Denis on LinkedIn or email: denis @ ed . link
Corey Rozenblat is a Software Engineer focused on building stable and scalable systems. Before joining Edlink, he developed a high-volume push notification service that delivered targeted messages to millions of users. Outside of work, you’ll likely find Corey bouldering at a local climbing gym or diving headfirst into a book.
You can reach Corey on LinkedIn or email: corey @ ed . link
Chelsea O'Connor is a backend-focused engineer who is looking forward to solving the complex puzzles of education technology. A former inorganic chemist turned software developer, she’s passionate about improving classroom experiences through better integrations, especially with her own kids in mind. Outside of work, Chelsea loves staying active, traveling, and spending time with her family.
You can reach Chelsea on LinkedIn or email: chelsea @ ed . link
Jonathan Vasek brings passion with his experience in software development. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio and has recently been expanding his skills through homelab setups and self-hosted projects. When he’s not building things, you’ll find him deep in a video game (shoutout to Overwatch 2 Lifeweaver mains).
You can reach Jonathan on LinkedIn or email: jonathan @ ed . link
With more than ten years in talent acquisition, Anthony thrives on collaborating with hiring managers to build exceptional teams. He is also a strong advocate for developing efficient and long-lasting recruiting processes. Beyond the professional realm, Anthony is a proud father of four, married to his high school sweetheart, and finds joy in the kitchen, discovering new podcasts, giving back through church volunteering, and staying active with weightlifting.
You can reach Anthony on LinkedIn or email: anthony @ ed . link
Julia Gordy studied Marketing at UMass Amherst and thrives in fast-paced startup environments where she can build things from the ground up. Originally from New Jersey, she’s now based in Austin and brings energy, creativity, and a love for getting things done to the Edlink team. Outside of work, you’ll probably find her making homemade pasta, catching live music, or deep into a DIY project she found online.
You can reach Julia on LinkedIn or email: julia @ ed . link
Mark Schiavo brings experience from the Fintech and Sportstech worlds to his role at Edlink, where he’s focused on building strong relationships and helping businesses grow through smart, effective solutions. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Information Science and loves working at the intersection of tech and impact. When he’s not working, Mark is either learning how to make the perfect pizza—or searching Austin for it. He also enjoys golfing and shooting hoops in his downtime.
You can reach Mark on LinkedIn or email: mark @ ed . link
Eddie Flottemesch is part of Edlink’s Growth Team, where he applies his background in machine automation sales to help edtech companies and educators solve tough integration problems. After studying Entrepreneurship at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire (and launching his own business along the way), Eddie made the move to Austin two years ago. Outside of work, he’s usually making music, running, riding his motorcycle, or taking a dip at Barton Springs.
You can reach Eddie on LinkedIn or email: eddie @ ed . link
Danny Kopack is an Account Executive at Edlink, bringing years of startup and software experience to help clients solve complex challenges. He’s worked across a variety of industries and loves figuring out the right solution for every customer. Outside the office, you’ll likely catch him behind a drum kit with one of his bands—or dominating the pickleball courts in pursuit of local fame.
You can reach Danny on LinkedIn or email: danny @ ed . link
Originally from Brazil, Valerie Hwyl has lived in the UK, the US, and even spent time living on a sailboat. She’s passionate about improving education through tech and is thrilled to channel that energy into Edlink. Outside of work, Valerie loves travel, concerts, going off-grid, and relaxing by the beach - preferably with her two Selkirk Rex cats, Catmina Drummer and Buckminster Fur, close by.
You can reach Valerie on LinkedIn or email: support @ ed . link
Ben Levin has called Austin home for over 12 years and brings his lifelong passion for technology to the Edlink team. From building DIY gaming desktops to collecting retro consoles, he's always chasing the next tech project. When he’s not geeking out over space launches, you’ll probably find him under the hood of a car—modern or vintage—wrench in hand.
You can reach Ben on LinkedIn or email: support @ ed . link
Street joins Edlink with a degree in biomedical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. Combined with his work experience across AI, Fintech, and Creative Marketing, Street's morphed himself into a jack-of-all-trades type – exploring his passions in strategy planning, design, and problem solving. In his off time, Street is enjoying the outdoors with friends with his ever-changing hobbies like photography, sports, and streetwear fashion.
You can reach Street on LinkedIn or email: street @ ed . link
Gerald says he's a French man from Paris with a Vietnamese twist. As a 10-year seasoned developer, he's built SaaS apps for business intelligence, cybersecurity, and clinical trial spaces. When outside and away from a computer, you can see him enjoy a few games of tennis. Other than that, Gerald takes care of his little garden and looking for the next-best tasting wine.
You can reach Gerald on LinkedIn or email: gerald @ ed . link
Alberto is a Client Success Manager at Edlink. His background in sales , instructing, and managing helps him understand how his clients receive the support and tools needed to achieve their goals. Outside of work, he enjoys working on his dance craft (currently bachata and west coast), listening to podcasts, and finding the next best movie to enjoy.
You can reach Alberto on LinkedIn or email: alberto @ e d .link
Osei has spent his career in software and education as an analyst, instructor, and engineer. Before Edlink, he was a co-founder and CTO of Acadeum and a developer at several startups. Osei graduated from Texas A&M University. Outside of work, Osei is an avid dancer, filmmaker, and cook.
You can reach Osei on LinkedIn or email: osei @ e d .link
Miguel is part of the growth team at Edlink. He graduated from Texas State University in 2020 with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. Since graduating, he’s worked in the service industry where he discovered a passion for developing interpersonal relationships with people in the community. Miguel enjoys spending his days off climbing at Austin Bouldering Project and listening to live music.
You can reach Miguel on LinkedIn or email: miguel @ e d .link
Jimmy comes to Edlink after selling his own set of businesses he started. As a Business Development Representative, this will be Jimmy’s first jump into exploring tech sales. Jimmy graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in geography. When he isn’t at work, he likes to wakesurf, garden, and spend time with his wife and two kids.
You can reach Jimmy on LinkedIn or email: jimmy @ e d .link
Kaiden recently jumped into the edtech space after working in international and national nonprofits for the last 5 years. As Edlink’s first marketing hire, you can see him publishing new content, checking Google Analytics, or posting memes on LinkedIn. When he isn’t working, he cares for his dog Girlie, while planning his next trip around the world. And sometimes, he’s checking out the latest horoscope or that new YouTube video.
You can reach Kaiden on LinkedIn or email: kaiden @ e d .link
Jaron is a self-taught developer beginning his journey in software development with Edlink. Previously a Chick-fil-A manager now turned Software Engineer, he is responsible for building and connecting back-end services to semantic client-facing interfaces. In his free time, Jaron enjoys working on his car, gaming, and (as stereotypical as it may be) coding.
You can reach Jaron on LinkedIn or email: jaron @ e d .link
A storied and colorful life, more than a decade of sales and marketing experience, and a love for personal autonomy is what led Amanda to lead our non-tech teams. She's a first-gen college grad, home-owner and proud cat momma. She got her first lesson in unit economics selling jelly bracelets to her classmates in the second grade. She likes to garden, host game night, cook and make cocktails in her spare time.
You can reach Amanda on LinkedIn or email: amanda @ e d .link
Dakota has spent his entire career devoted to creating innovative technologies to improve the lives of teachers & students. He has a diverse background in technology, including expertise in software architecture, web applications, databases, and cloud infrastructure. Prior to Edlink, Dakota co-founded Atlas Learning where he helped create the Cosmos publishing platform, which helped publishers deliver digital content to hundreds of thousands of students around the world. Before starting Atlas, Dakota attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he was inspired to rethink education for millions of students to come. Outside of work, Dakota enjoys slacklining, hitting the gym, and learning about all things business. Dakota oversees the engineering and implementation teams at Edlink with the goal of helping the company scale, learn and support our mission.
You can reach Dakota on LinkedIn or email: dakota @ e d .link