Who We Are
Jessica Abram | Founder, CEO
Jessica Abram, MPA is the founder and CEO of Bloom Education Consulting, a firm dedicated to strengthening educational systems through data-driven strategies. With a background as a middle school English teacher, Jessica witnessed firsthand the challenges of implementing new strategies without knowing whether previous efforts had made a lasting impact. This experience sparked her passion for helping organizations measure outcomes, make informed decisions, and create lasting improvements in education. Her expertise spans K-12 education, early childhood development, college and career access, and workforce development, with a focus on ensuring that systems are designed to work for underserved communities, including low-income families, students of color, and rural communities.Before founding Bloom Education, Jessica worked as a research consultant for institutions such as the World Bank, Higher Ed Insight, and the Regulatory Studies Center at The George Washington University. In these roles, she led strategic planning efforts and research initiatives for education clients, including K-12 schools, universities, and nonprofit organizations. She also served as Director of School Operations at KIPP Massachusetts, managing a $6.8M budget and leading human capital and operations systems to improve school procedures and policies. Jessica holds a Master of Public Administration from The George Washington University and is passionate about using data and evidence to drive systemic change and educational equity.
Consultants
Danica Brown, PhD
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Dr. Brown holds a doctorate from Tulane University. She brings a wealth of experience in K-12 and particularly the transition from high school to college. Her largest area of expertise is the transition from high to school to college and college access. and higher education policy, particularly for low-income students of color. As women
Dr. Brown holds a doctorate from Tulane University. She brings a wealth of experience in K-12 and particularly the transition from high school to college. Her largest area of expertise is the transition from high to school to college and college access. and higher education policy, particularly for low-income students of color. As women of color in this field, we share a commitment to equity and a collaborative, hands-on approach to our work. Danica’s guidance strengthens the depth of expertise we bring to educational access and program evaluation.
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Timothy, serving at Bloom's K-12 Advisor, brings a wealth of experience in education policy, partnerships, and program implementation. He leverages his background in policy development to help organizations improve educational outcomes. Tim has previously led initiatives at the Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) and the Foundation for Exce
Timothy, serving at Bloom's K-12 Advisor, brings a wealth of experience in education policy, partnerships, and program implementation. He leverages his background in policy development to help organizations improve educational outcomes. Tim has previously led initiatives at the Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) and the Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd), focusing on school choice and educational equity. With a history of teaching U.S. history through Teach For America and policy work with organizations like VIPKid and the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, Tim understands the challenges and opportunities in the education sector. He holds a Master’s in Education from Harvard and is pursuing an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, positioning him as a strategic thought leader in education reform. Tim also serves on several boards, including Mississippi First and the Man Up Teacher Fellowship.
Mark Payton, MBA
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Sylvia Otieno, MPA
Mark is the Chief Operating Officer of Bloom Education, where he oversees the organization’s day-to-day operations, strategic partnerships, and internal systems to ensure the seamless delivery of high-impact evaluation and consulting services. With a strong background in organizational leadership, organizational development, and program i
Mark is the Chief Operating Officer of Bloom Education, where he oversees the organization’s day-to-day operations, strategic partnerships, and internal systems to ensure the seamless delivery of high-impact evaluation and consulting services. With a strong background in organizational leadership, organizational development, and program implementation, Mark brings a results-driven approach to building scalable systems that support Bloom’s mission to help children and young adults bloom where they are planted.
Sylvia Otieno, MPA
Timothy Abram, M.Ed
Sylvia Otieno, MPA
Sylvia is a seasoned research consultant with extensive experience in program coordination, external affairs, and partnerships across global organizations. Currently serving as the External Affairs Senior Analyst at Lwala Community Alliance in Nairobi, Kenya, Sylvia plays a pivotal role in managing external relationships and partnerships
Sylvia is a seasoned research consultant with extensive experience in program coordination, external affairs, and partnerships across global organizations. Currently serving as the External Affairs Senior Analyst at Lwala Community Alliance in Nairobi, Kenya, Sylvia plays a pivotal role in managing external relationships and partnerships to support the organization's mission. Previously, she held the position of External Affairs Officer at Lwala Community Alliance, where she worked on key development initiatives and partnerships.
Sylvia's career also includes impactful roles at the World Bank and Higher Ed Insight, where she contributed to research, policy development, and strategic planning for a range of education and development projects. As the America Counts Program Coordinator, she coordinated programs that focused on increasing academic achievement and improving educational outcomes. Her work spans both the public and nonprofit sectors, where she has demonstrated a strong commitment to leveraging partnerships and research to drive sustainable change. Sylvia’s expertise in program management, policy analysis, and development has made her a valuable asset in advancing global education and community health initiatives.