Meet the Team Behind Indiana Science Olympiad
Indiana Science Olympiad is led by a dedicated team of volunteers who are passionate about expanding STEM opportunities for students across the state. Our leadership includes educators, university partners, and community members who work together to organize tournaments, support coaches, and grow Science Olympiad throughout Indiana.
Leadership
Executive Leadership
Jamie Lies
Executive Director
Robert A. Taft Middle School
Provides overall leadership for Indiana Science Olympiad, oversees statewide operations, strategic planning, and coach support.
Bryan Blaschke
Associate Director
Northridge High School
Supports statewide operations, tournament coordination, and organizational initiatives.
Executive Board
A volunteer leadership team responsible for guiding the organization and supporting statewide programs.
| Position | Name | Organization |
|---|---|---|
| Secretary & Regional Advisor | Erika Glombicki | Wilbur Wright Middle School |
| Treasurer | Linda Wozniewski | Indiana University Northwest – Department of Chemistry |
| Assistant Treasurer | Rachel Burke | MSD Warren Township |
| Membership Director | Jeremy Long | Whiting High School |
| Webmaster & Public Relations Director | Jack Hesser | Harshman Middle School |
| 2027 State Tournament Director | Elizabeth Chadwell | Indiana University Bloomington |
Regional Directors
- Adam Rengstorf — Purdue University Northwest
- Ashlee Tiejte — Butler University
- Kathy Davis — Manchester University
- Soma Mukhopadhyay — Ivy Tech Lafayette
- Bob Clark — Valparaiso University
Advisory Board
The Advisory Board provides guidance and feedback from coaches across Indiana, helping shape programs, policies, and resources for both new and experienced teams.
| Role | Name | School |
|---|---|---|
| High School Representative | Mark Liepe | East Noble High School |
| High School Representative | Timothy Klamo | Crown Point High School |
| Middle School Representative | Theresa McLoughlin | St. Mary Catholic Community School |
| Middle School Representative | Lucas Gobel | MSD Warren Township |
| Middle School Representative | Theresa Keilman | Duneland School Corporation |
| Middle School Representative | Melissa Grossman | Michigan City Area Schools |
| Middle School Representative | Alec Schassburger | Hammond Academy of Science & Technology |
| Middle School Representative | Tammy Betz | Wheeler Middle Schools |