Meet the Team

Dr. Jonathan M. White is executive director of the Bentley Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Center and associate professor of sociology at Bentley University. His areas of specialization are domestic and global inequality; political economy; globalization and human rights; social entrepreneurship and social innovation; war, peace, and genocide; and experiential and service-learning. Dr. White was the founding director of the nonprofit Sports for Hunger and the Hunger Resource Center and has created or helped to develop the international Halloween for Hunger (now We Scare Hunger), We are Silent, 10-by-10, One Night Out, Brick-by-Brick and Pass the Fast campaigns. A strategic consultant who has overseen the strategic planning processes for dozens of nonprofit organizations, Dr. White has consulted with small and large social impact businesses, and served as Senior Consultant to the AP (Advanced Placement) service-learning program. He is the author of numerous books, articles, and book chapters and regularly sits on the boards of a variety of local, national, and international nonprofits.

Stephanie has been working in the social enterprise and nonprofit space for the past 15 years, focused on supporting small business development in post-conflict and post-disaster areas. She has worked for start-up nonprofits as well as large international NGOs in over 20 countries, and her work has emphasized the importance of the impact of social enterprise on developing economies. Her recent work experience includes acting as Chief of Staff for a global consulting firm aimed at supporting gender inclusion in small businesses and social enterprises. Stephanie has an M.A. in Sustainable International Development and an M.A in Conflict Studies from Brandeis University, and lives in Greater Boston with her family.

Jason is a 2026 graduate of Bentley University with a bachelor’s degree in marketing and minors in Nonprofit Leadership and Philosophy. Originally from Upstate New York, Jason became involved with the Bentley Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Center during his undergraduate years, eventually serving as a Student Director. Through his time with the BSLCE, he developed a passion for community engagement, social impact, and supporting students in their own leadership journeys. Outside of work, Jason has a passion for music, enjoys staying active through sports, and is an avid animal lover. He is excited to work alongside this year’s Incubator cohorts and fellows and is especially looking forward to supporting the launch of the first student cohort.

Ryan is a junior at Bentley University studying Finance with a concentration in Financial Planning. Originally from Albany, New York, Ryan began his involvement with the Social Innovation Incubator as a first-year student in the Fellowship Program. In addition to serving as Student Coordinator for the Incubator, Ryan is a Lead Program Manager with the Bentley Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Center, where he works with the Opportunities for Inclusion program. He is excited to work directly with students in both the Fellowship Program and Incubator cohorts, supporting their ideas and experiences throughout the program.

Pari is a graduate student at Bentley University pursuing a Master of Science in Accounting. Alongside her work with the Social Innovation Incubator, she serves as President of Beta Alpha Psi and Vice President of Alumni Relationships for the Graduate Accounting Association. Pari has also served as a Program Manager with the Bentley Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Center for three years and currently serves as co-lead Program Manager for America Clicks. She enjoys connecting with others, organizing engaging events, and supporting community initiatives. As a Graduate Assistant, Pari is excited to support this year’s Fellows and cohorts as they develop ideas that create positive social impact.