Who
We Are

Black-founded and led, we’re a diverse team of activists, scholars, advocates, coaches, strategists, and artists. We draw on these multifaceted perspectives and lived experiences to engage with organizations in the journey toward their boldest, most expansive visions.

We have deep experience with organizations like yours, and the opportunities and challenges you’re facing

We’ve worked with organizations ranging from the largest foundations in the country to movement organizations having deep impact in a city or neighborhood. Our team members have experiences leading organizations, canvassing neighborhoods, and designing solutions from grantmaking to public policy.

We show up as our full selves

Real change requires real people. We bring the influence of our ancestors, families, and homies with us. When we connect to our clients, partners, and allies as human beings, we do our work together. Better. Let's Connect
We show up as our full selves

Come Build
With Us...

Our People

Lucecita Castillo

Lead People and Culture

Helly Lee

Director

Carolyn Yang

Senior Manager, Partnerships

Micah Gilmer

Co-Founder and Senior Partner

Aisha-Alexander Young

Lead, Consulting

Melissa DeShields

CEO and Partner

Nadia Owusu

Director of Storytelling

Shanize Byrd

Consultant

Duy Pham

Consultant

Brandon Williams

Director

Jennifer Heymoss

Director

Marcus Littles

Founder and Senior Partner

Miriam Richardson

Finance Manager

Tracey Ross

Director

Kisha Bird

Senior Director

Chenelle Rollins

Consultant

Joanna Carrasco

Communications Manager

Emnet Almedom

Senior Consultant

James Bui

Senior Consultant

Hafizah Omar

Consultant

Marion Johnson

Director

Colin de Paor

Director of Advancement