Mike Bisk has been helping universities and corporations expand their institutional reach by launching, supporting and scaling quality online programs for more than 20 years.
Mike was appointed CEO in 2016 after serving as President since 2014. He previously held several leadership positions with Bisk, the nation’s leading online program management company, which has facilitated more than 1 million enrollments for universities including Villanova University, University of South Florida, Florida Institute of Technology and Michigan State University.
Mike is also Founder of Bisk Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on supporting innovations in higher education and corporate learning.
He earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida and an MBA Executive Certificate from Tulane University. Mike and his wife live in Tampa with their two children.
Rob became General Counsel of Bisk in September 2020, where he undertook responsibility for leading the Bisk Legal and Compliance departments. In 2023, Rob was promoted to Executive Vice President and General Counsel. As a result, Rob currently leads the Partnership, Marketing, Student Success, and Sales teams at Bisk, together with the Legal and Compliance departments.
Prior to Bisk, Rob spent 20 years at Pearson plc, where he supported business operations in North America and served as the head of global governance. Before that, Rob worked at the law firm of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman (formerly Winthrop, Stimson, Putnam & Roberts) handling complex commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions and intellectual property matters for companies in a variety of industries.
Rob holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Emory University and a Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law. He also serves as an adjunct faculty member at several universities. Rob is from New Jersey, is an avid basketball fan and loves spending time with his wife and two children.
In June 2022, Justin joined Bisk as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and in 2023, he advanced to the role of Executive Vice President and CFO. Justin leads the Technology, Learning & Design, Campus Management and Talent Teams, in addition to the Accounting & Finance Teams. His expansive background spans various industries, and his expertise in financial planning and strategy equips Bisk with the innovative tools to further enhance its delivery of exceptional online learning experiences.
Prior to Bisk, Justin was CFO at Geographic Solutions, Inc., a privately held, high-growth workforce, unemployment insurance, education-to-work, human services, and corrections-to-work software company serving the public and governmental sectors. He was also finance lead for the America’s region of Verifone, Inc., a multinational fintech company, where he successfully led the organization through various acquisitions, divestitures, and a transition from a public company to being held by private equity.
Justin earned both his BS in Finance and MBA from the University of South Florida and is a former Specialist in the Army National Guard. He, his wife and their three boys reside in the Tampa Bay area.
Erik Angerer is a Corporate Account Executive at Bisk with over a decade of experience. Joining the company in 2015 as an Enrollment Representative, he has steadily advanced through various leadership roles. Today, Erik drives corporate and employee enrollment growth for Bisk Amplified partners.
His strategic focus includes identifying key market segments, developing tailored sales strategies, and building strong relationships with corporate decision-makers. By deeply understanding client objectives, Erik effectively positions Bisk solutions to meet their specific needs.
Erik holds a bachelor’s degree in criminology from the University of South Florida and an MBA in Finance from Florida Institute of Technology. He also possesses multiple certifications in agile, lean six sigma, and organizational leadership. His proven track record in operational excellence and revenue generation, coupled with a passion for learning and team development, make him a valuable asset to Bisk.
A Tampa Bay native, Erik is a dedicated Buccaneers fan and enjoys spending time with his family.
Andrea (Andie) Derenthal, Manager, University Partnerships, joined Bisk as an Enrollment Coordinator in November 2010. Throughout her tenure, she worked her way into senior leadership, managing teams and processes for degree and certificate programs within the Student Success Team. Andie has assisted in several successful launches of new brands and has a true passion to continue to identify growth opportunities for Bisk, and its students, clients and partners.
Andie secured her BA in Criminal Justice from Florida Tech University in 2017 and later secured her MA in Organizational Leadership from Florida Tech University in 2020. Andie also successfully completed the Women in Leadership professional certificate in 2021 through The University of Notre Dame.
Andie resides in Brandon, Florida, where she manages chaos with a blended family of five humans, one dog, two cats, a box turtle and fish. She enjoys Anna Maria Island, Florida, camping and time with her family.
Trevor Gatt, Senior Corporate Account Executive, joined Bisk in 2010 as an Enrollment Representative and has steadily advanced through several leadership roles. In his current role, he focuses on increasing corporate and employee enrollments for Bisk Amplified corporate partners. His responsibilities include expanding corporate relationships, driving group training programs, maximizing marketing initiatives, understanding industry trends, and building account relationships.
Trevor graduated from Florida State University in 2010 with a BA in International Affairs. He holds an Executive Certificate in Leadership and Management and a Certificate in Advanced Intercultural Management from Notre Dame, as well as a Six Sigma Green Belt and Lean Six Sigma certification from Villanova University, and a Strategic Change Leadership certification from Michigan State University. With 14 years at Bisk, Trevor brings extensive experience, industry knowledge, and a passion for continuous improvement to his role, driving success for both Bisk and its corporate partners.
A second-generation American with parents born in Malta, Trevor enjoys playing soccer and golf in his free time. Apart from his college years in Tallahassee, he has lived in Tampa his entire life.
As Vice President of Campus Management, Demetri wears many hats and is Bisk’s “master planner”.
Demetri has been with Bisk for 30 years. He is a proven leader and commits himself to supporting the entire organization. Through developing a winning team, sustainability, energy management and maintaining an environmentally safe workplace, Demetri is always forward thinking in the ever-changing workplace environment. His style and approach of project management has been instrumental in the growth of Bisk and continues to build on the positive culture he has helped to create.
Demetri is resourceful and respected in our Tampa Bay community and actively involved in numerous professional associations and community outreach. Outside of the office Demetri spends quality time with the family, enjoys biking, gardening and playing music.
Mark Kazmierski is Vice President, Talent, and responsible for all aspects of the Talent (Human Resources) functions at Bisk. He leads all HR related functions and practices with company strategy to support short-term and long-term revenue targets, implements enterprise-wide performance management process, leads benefits and wellness strategies to attract and retain top talent and assists with communications strategy to increase internal and external brand awareness. Mark is a trusted and proven business leader that has a passion for people and the HR profession.
Mark has more than 15 years of experience at Bisk and in the higher education industry. He is a Florida native and graduated from the University of South Florida with his Bachelor’s in Business Management. As a life-long learner, Mark expanded his educational credentials with a Master of Science in Human Resources Development from Villanova University. He holds the SHRM-SCP certification and is an active contributor in the HR community.
Sam Kerce, Senior Vice President, Partnerships & Student Success, joined Bisk in April 2000. She will lead a team responsible for helping university partners accelerate their online learning while identifying growth opportunities among all existing partners.
Sam’s two-decade career at Bisk reflects operational excellence, continual advancement, deep subject matter expertise and increased responsibility. Her knowledge and expertise span multiple areas, and Sam is passionate about building and implementing strong teams and processes that produce positive student experiences.
Sam graduated from Saint Leo University with a degree in Business Administration and has completed Professional Development Certificates in Leadership and Leading Teams and Organizations from the University of Notre Dame. Sam resides in Lithia, where she enjoys spending time with her 3 sons and attending their high school track matches and football games, nature hikes and being a dog mom to her energetic toy poodle Dexter.
Dr. Jennifer King was appointed to Senior Vice President, Workforce and Education, in August 2024 and oversees the academic success of university partners while providing expertise to corporations and associations.
Dr. King is a formerly tenured professor, academic dean and author who has been in higher education for more than two decades. Prior to joining Bisk in 2018, she served more than a decade as associate professor and assistant dean for Florida Southern College. More recently, she ran a consulting practice centered around education technology.
She earned her PhD in Instructional Technology and Educational Tests & Measurement from University of South Florida College of Education and an undergrad from New York University. Her doctorate has made her a thought leader in online and remote instruction and learning.
Dr. King grew up an Army brat and traveled the world with her military family. She eventually settled in her hometown of Hampton, Virginia. She is married to Peter, her husband of 25 years, and has two college-aged sons — both currently engaged in online and remote learning. Dr. King enjoys exercise and exploring new food experiences as a hobby and then replicating them in her own kitchen!
Jordan Medlen is Bisk’s Vice President of Technology and joined Bisk in 2012.
Jordan came to Bisk from Core4 Technologies LLC, which was his consulting business and from DC74, a Charlotte, NC based data center and hosting provider, where he was the part-time Chief Technology Officer. Prior to that he was the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Network Engineer of Sago Networks where he oversaw the management of two large data centers, hosting operations, multi-state fiber optic network and large business to business wireless broadband networks. Jordan’s technical career began at WMOR-TV Channel 32 as a Master Control Technician, eventually becoming an Assistant Broadcast Engineer and Master Control Supervisor.
Jordan has his AS, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, from the Tampa Technical Institute.
Matt Sargent is a lifelong learner who has 20 years’ experience in sales and leadership roles and expertise in creating a best-in-class customer experience. As Director, Workforce and Education, he is responsible for consulting with our clients to develop initiatives for corporations to provide flexible, online learning for their employees to meet their current and future needs.
Matt received his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Iowa. While there, he spent a year studying abroad at the University of London. He also has a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Florida.
Matt immerses himself in Bisk’s courses and programs, giving him a first-hand experience to better represent university partners in the marketplace. He has received certificates in Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and Leadership & Management. He was also certified as a Master Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma.
Matt lives in the Tampa Bay area with his wife and two kids. During his free time, he is involved in his kids’ activities as well as community social, volunteer and fundraising opportunities.
Melissa Stec joined Bisk in August 2022 as Director of University Partnerships and was promoted to Senior Director in 2024. Melissa is an accomplished higher education professional with over 20 years of experience leading teams in enrollment, student support services and curriculum development.
Having previously launched new university partners globally, Melissa brings to Bisk vast Online Program Management (OPM) experience. She has a proven track record of working with traditional and online institutions and University leaders to develop seamless student experiences to increase student retention and graduation rates. Melissa has also served as a faculty member for the past 15 years teaching a variety of undergraduate business courses.
Melissa earned her MBA from Benedictine University and is certified Six Sigma Green Belt. She resides in Arizona with her husband of 17 years and enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and making ice cream in her spare time.