Heather O'Mara

Biography

With more than 30 years of experience across multiple fields, including education,
technology, media and telecommunications, Heather O'Mara has a passion for k-12 and
online education.

Ms. O'Mara takes an active role in HOPE's daily operations; including academics,
technology and finance, as well as strategic planning and execution, including HOPE's
charter contract and partnerships with the Douglas County School District. She enjoys
working with community organizations, familiar with the culture and challenges faced by
students, to expand educational opportunities. Ms. O'Mara is committed to providing
students quality academic instruction by utilizing the benefits of online curriculum.

Prior to co-founding HOPE, Ms. O'Mara spent eight years at Jones International Ltd. As
President of Jones Knowledge, she was responsible for facilitating the innovation and
growth of one of the country's first online education businesses and encouraging high
schools and universities to adopt online education. She also served as Executive Vice
President and Chief Operating Officer of Jones Internet Channel, where she executed a
content development license and acquisition strategy through relationships with cable
television programmers and publishers.

Prior to Jones, Ms. O'Mara spent 10 years at Viacom Inc. as Vice President of Finance
and International Operations. In addition, Ms. O'Mara was a CPA with audit and tax
experience in the Emerging Business Services unit of Coopers & Lybrand. Ms. O'Mara
earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and International Business from New
York University in New York City.