Executive Leadership Team

Rita Finkel

Co-President, Director of Armory College Prep

rfinkel@armorytrack.org

212-923-1803 Ext. 7010

Rita Finkel serves as Co-President and Director of Armory College Prep at The Armory Foundation. She has been in various leadership positions at The Armory since April 2006. As a Co-President, she participates in overseeing the organization’s budgets, audits, and financial strategies, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic planning. She is also deeply involved in sponsor, foundation, and donor development, educational program growth, special events, and government relations that support The Armory’s mission.

Rita’s leadership extends to the Great Minds and Armory College Prep programs, The Armory’s signature educational programs for students in grades 4–12 who participate in track and field. Under her direction, the program has achieved a remarkable record: since 2016, 100% of senior high school graduates have been accepted into four-year colleges with strong financial packages. Her approach integrates sports and education, creating a holistic environment that prepares students for academic and athletic success.

Before joining The Armory, Finkel was the Executive Director of the Fencers Club, the oldest continuously running fencing club in the United States, where she was responsible for membership development and coach recruitment. Her tenure there included fostering a community that produced a significant portion of the U.S. Olympic Fencing Team.

Rita's career reflects a long-standing commitment to both sports leadership and educational excellence, and her work at The Armory Foundation continues to shape the intersection of athletics and academic achievement for young athletes. Rita is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a BA in Communications.

Jonathan B. Schindel

Co-President, CFO

jbs@armorytrack.org

212-923-1803 Ext. 7010

Jonathan B. Schindel has served as Co-President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of The Armory Foundation since March 2017. Jonathan joined The Armory Foundation full-time in January 2016 after previously serving on the organization’s Board of Directors.

In Jonathan's current capacity, he oversees The Armory's business operations, financial strategy, and opportunities to expand The Armory's scope and impact.

Jonathan’s background is extensive in finance, investment, and law. Before joining The Armory, he spent eleven years at Hartz Capital, Inc., where he served on the investment committee and managed the organization's private equity and illiquid investments. Earlier, from 1998 to 2005, he worked at a New York City-based private investment partnership, and from 1991 to 1997 he was a lawyer at Skadden Arps, representing hedge fund and private equity fund clients.

Jonathan holds an MBA in Finance from NYU Stern School of Business, a JD from New York University School of Law, and an AB in Economics and Political Science from Duke University. Jonathan also served as Co-Captain of the Duke University Track and Cross Country teams.

At The Armory, Schindel’s leadership complements that of Co-President Rita Finkel, with a focus on financial oversight, strategic growth, and operational efficiency along with marketing, sponsorships, special events, government relations and fundraising. His experience in both the investment sector and legal advisory positions has equipped him to navigate complex financial landscapes and align resources with The Armory’s track & field, educational and community goals.

Glennis Aquino-GIL

Chief Operating Officer

gaquino@armorytrack.org

212-923-1803 Ext. 7010

Glennis Aquino-Gil has been a part of The Armory family since January 2011. She was previously part of the administrative team at Columbia Business School. She has worked in the non-profit sector for over 15 years and is an alumna of Fordham University.

Caroline Montero

executive assistant to the co-presidents

cmontero@armorytrack.org

212-923-1803 Ext. 7040

Caroline Montero joined the Armory team in April 2019. She has a decade of experience in human resources, administration and retail management. Caroline is a born and raised member of the Washington Heights community and majored in Sociology at The City College of New York.

Ying Liu

Armory Senior Accountant

yliu@armorytrack.org

212.923.1803 Ext. 7014

Ying Liu joined the Armory team in 2025. She holds two Master's degrees in Accounting and Business Management from St. John's University and CUNY. Ying has over 20 years of experience in accounting, working for General Contracting and Property Management companies prior to The Armory.