Mikena Manspeaker is the Director and Acting Country Leader at Enactus United States, where she is leading the organization’s national program strategy, partner engagement, and organizational rebuild. In this role, she is focused on strengthening the Enactus USA network, expanding university engagement, and positioning the organization for long-term growth and independence.
Mikena brings a cross-sector background spanning corporate finance and social impact. She began her career in corporate financial planning and analysis, where she developed expertise in financial strategy, operations, and data-driven decision-making. She later transitioned into the nonprofit sector, dedicating her work to advancing climate action and social entrepreneurship through program management, grant strategy, and partnership development.
At Enactus, Mikena combines her operational and financial expertise with a deep commitment to student leadership and social innovation. She oversees national programming, supports the development of student-led ventures, and works closely with partners to expand access to entrepreneurial learning opportunities. She has played a key role in shaping Enactus USA’s strategic direction, including the growth of new university partnerships, development of funding initiatives, and planning of the organization’s National Exposition.
Mikena’s connection to Enactus began as a student at the University of Pittsburgh, where she was an active team member. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Pittsburgh. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, she now resides in Asheville, North Carolina.
Miranda Alfano-Smith is a Senior Program Associate at Enactus United States, where she supports student engagement, social entrepreneurship initiatives, and the annual U.S. Expo across a network of 50+ universities to deepen the engagement of the Enactus USA network. She collaborates with faculty, students, and partners to strengthen programming and advance sustainable, student-led impact.
Miranda holds a B.A. in Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Washington and an MPA from NYU’s Wagner School of Public Service. Her background includes program management, community outreach, and digital communications, with experience designing and leading youth programs at Oasis for Girls in San Francisco. Originally from the Bay Area, she now lives in Seattle, Washington.
Since co-founding Resolution Project in 2007, George has been one of the driving forces behind the organization, co-developing some of its core programs and building the organization to its current levels. In 2023, he led the integration of Resolution Project and Enactus Global, creating one of the largest global organizations focused on youth social entrepreneurship. He is a member of the Board and the Executive Committee, and serves as a Guide to several Fellows.
Prior to taking the helm at Resolution, George co-founded and grew Group 113, a certified B Corp providing impact-focused organizations with branding and marketing services, and was the company’s Managing Director for over 10 years. He has played various roles in launching several additional entrepreneurial ventures over the years. Before Group 113, George began his career at a major New York City public relations firm. George also serves on several boards and advisory boards.
George earned his BA with honors from Harvard with a Special Concentration in Byzantine Studies and his JD with high honors from St. John’s University.