by Aubrey Mellos | Feb 23, 2017
Richard Finstein
Chief Executive Officer
Rich founded CommPartners as a provider of online learning services and events in 1994. His vision was to create a culture where people could learn, advance their careers and have fun. He has a passion for helping clients connect with their communities through education. Rich graduated from the University of Maryland and did his graduate work at Marymount University in instructional design. He now lives in Columbia, Md., with his wife of over 35 years. He has two grown children. Rich enjoys marathon running, biking, tennis and rooting for Baltimore sports teams.
by Aubrey Mellos | Feb 23, 2017
John Volentine
Chief Operating Officer
John is a co-founder and early investor of CommPartners. Prior to joining the company as an active partner, John held a number of increasingly challenging positions in a variety of industries and is experienced in sales, technical and executive management. He now lives in Poolesville, Md., with his wife and son. John enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, target shooting, archery and watching mixed martial arts.
by Aubrey Mellos | Feb 23, 2017
Karl Zander
Vice President of Information Technology
Karl is a partner with CommPartners and has been with the company since July 1996. He helps CommPartners’ clients with their technology problems and specializes in open-source solutions. Karl is a graduate of Cornell University with a bachelor’s in mathematics and also has a Master’s in International Administration from the School for International Training in Brattleboro, Vt. In addition, he served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Swaziland in southern Africa. Karl has also served at the United Nations headquarters in New York. He makes maple syrup at the family sugar bush in Wisconsin each spring.
by Aubrey Mellos | Feb 23, 2017
Meghan Gowen
Vice President, Client Development
Meghan is an Upstate New York Native who graduated from James Madison University. Starting with the company in 2007, Meghan has evolved to be a leader at CommPartners, directing our client development efforts. She enjoys strategizing with clients and exploring new avenues of delivering their online education. Her background working as an Event Producer and Client Development Representative has prepared her well for this position. Meghan feels fortunate to work for a company that provides outstanding service. Outside of the office, Meghan can be found chasing her two kids, catching up with friends and family and on the hunt for home décor finds.
