The Beam Team
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Jim Beeks, Founder
Jim brings over 25 years of experience in Technology Consulting, Enterprise Sales, and Project Management from Google, Salesforce, and New Horizons Community Charter School (NHCCS) in Newark, NJ. His expertise is in Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, and Business Intelligence. As the Director of Technology at NHCCS, Jim led an effort to reimagine and upgrade the Schools’ technology infrastructure helping to achieve Blue Ribbon status. After a successful pilot, AI Moonbeam Classrooms was born. Jim’s mission is to align with educators to seamlessly integrate Generative AI into the classroom, and to inspire students in the ethical use of Artificial Intelligence.
Education
M.B.A. - Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth CollegeB.A. - Economics – Syracuse University
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Dr. Jill Hayes, Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Hayes is a highly accomplished science educator and STEM coach with 29 years of experience in teaching and developing science curricula across various educational settings. She has worked with students at all levels, including middle school, high school, university, and private STEM academies. Dr. Hayes's success is rooted in her implementation of inquiry-based science instruction that prioritizes the diverse needs of students, including multilingual learners. Alongside her teaching experience, Dr. Hayes has extensive experience in curriculum development, statistical analysis, and mentoring fellow educators. Additionally, Dr. Hayes has developed district-wide frameworks focused on student-centered learning with a Multi-Tiered System of Support and Interventions.
Education
Ed.D - Educational Technology Leadership - New Jersey City UniversityM.S. - Educational Leadership - Administration - The College of New Jersey
M.S. - Educational Technology - Ramapo College
B.S. - Elementary Education - Plymouth State College
Teacher of The Handicap Certification -New Jersey City University
Science Certification - Ramapo College
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Ben Ramsay, Chief Technology Officer
Ben brings a background in STEM education, data science, and youth development. Experience includes ethical defense tech innovation, coaching youth athletics, and multi-modal STEM tutoring. Ben believes that when integrated thoughtfully, AI will enable a more interactive, accessible, and engaging learning experience for students.
Education
B.S. - Biomedical Engineering, Applied Math, and Computer Science - Johns Hopkins University -

Sarah Santos, Senior Consultant
Sarah is a JD Candidate at Seton Hall University School of Law, with an expertise in data science and a passion for ethics in Artificial Intelligence. Sara worked on the New Jersey algorithmic discrimination policy for the New Jersey Attorney General’s office. That policy is now being expanded for the classroom setting.
Education
JD – Doctor of Law - Seton Hall University School of Law
B.A. – Columbia University -

Dr. Musa Abdullah, Senior Consultant
Musa has over 24 years of experience in urban education as a School Social Worker, Dean of Students, and Behavioral Specialist. He has been a leading voice in the Newark Public Schools, NYC Department of Ed, and most recently at New Horizons Community Charter School. Musa is passionate about ensuring that AI is ethically managed in a way that uplifts students and prepares them to succeed in the future.
Education
BA - English/Africana Studies/Religion - Western Michigan UniversityMSW - School of Social Work - Western Michigan University
EdS - College of Education - Seton Hall University
EdD - College of Education - Saint Peter’s University

