The Executive Board
Jacob Klein
Executive Board President
Hi, my name is Jacob Klein and I'm a rising senior at West Windsor Plainsboro High School North in Plainsboro, NJ. I'm the Executive Board President for Small Step Loans as well as the Co-president of the High School Division for the Kiva Youth Project. I'm passionate about using microfinance as a means to combat global poverty and hope to continue this passion by studying Finance or Economics in college.
Ronit Kapur
Executive Board Vice President
Hi! My name is Ronit Kapur and I’m a senior at West Windsor Plainsboro High School North in Plainsboro, NJ. I have been the Small Step Loans Executive Board Vice President for 2+ years and am excited to take this organization to new heights. Outside of SSL, you can find me on the North Model UN Executive Board and investing in the stock market. In the future, I plan to study Finance, Data Science, and Economics in college.
Alex Kestenbaum
Executive Board Treasurer
Hi, my name is Alex Kestenbaum and this is my second year as the Executive Board Treasurer of Small Step Loans. I am currently a senior at Harriton High School in Bryn Mawr, PA. My favorite hobbies include spending time with my friends, playing tennis and golf, and watching basketball and football. In college I plan to study economics and get my MBA.
Jackson Rosen
Executive Board Secretary
Hey everyone, my name is Jackson Rosen and I am a senior at Wissahickon High School in Ambler, PA. This is my second year on the SSL Executive Board and I am excited for another year of supporting small businesses through our microfinance efforts. Other than combating global poverty, some of my main passions include spending time with friends and family, Star Wars, and listening to music. In college I plan to study Finance and Computer Science.
Sari Barnattan
Executive Board Outreach Director
Hi, my name is Sari Barnattan and I am a rising senior at Ardsley High School in Westchester, New York. I’m the Executive Board Outreach Director for Small Step Loans with a passion for using my knowledge of microfinance to enhance the economies of underdeveloped communities.
Raj Vidhale
Executive Board Head of International Operations
Raj Vidhale is a high school student with a deep passion for finance and social justice. He is dedicated to promoting financial equity, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and his desire to create opportunities for those in underprivileged communities. Raj's goals include pursuing a career in finance where he can continue to make a positive impact on global economic disparities. Whether through his leadership roles, advocacy work, or academic pursuits, Raj is committed to building a more just and equitable world.