With a heart of service, Dominique Ellis is invested in serving the underinvested and building inclusive communities. As Senior Program Officer of the LISC Atlanta office, she is responsible for managing wealth building programs and expanding two new initiatives: state
Following a career on Wall Street, David Alade co-founded Century Partners in Detroit to develop high quality, accessible housing options within the city’s neighborhoods. Since 2015, Century Partners has led the rehabilitation of over 150 units of housing and currently
Kandis Williams has more than 25 years of community and economic development experience, and most recently was the Vice President for Economic Opportunity with Cleveland Neighborhood Progress, a community development intermediary in Cleveland, Ohio. In this capacity, she supervised work
Rhonda Smith, a 16-year breast cancer survivor and Executive Director of the California Black Health Network, has dedicated her career to advancing health equity for Black Californians. With an MBA from the University of Virginia and a background in civil
In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation and with Hurricane Milton looming, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has mobilized to assist affected communities. Michael Hart, a FEMA spokesperson, sat down with Munson Steed of Rolling Out to discuss the
Darlene McCoy Jackson, a prominent radio personality, was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2023. In this candid Q&A, she discusses her ongoing battle with the disease, emphasizing self-advocacy, faith, and holistic approaches to treatment. Jackson shares insights on coping
Since 2000, Jacqueline Burau has honed her professional skills and has worked her way through the ranks within the LISC organization. Since 2012, she has provided strategic leadership of LISC’s Economic Development portfolio, including support of the financial opportunity and
Roderick A. Hardamon, a Detroit native and a Morehouse College graduate, is the CEO and Chief Strategist of URGE Imprint, an integrated boutique management consulting firm headquartered in Detroit. Urge Imprint is a consortium of diverse professionals who focus on
Stephen Benjamin, a key figure in the Biden-Harris Administration, serves as assistant to the president, senior advisor to the president, and director of public engagement. With a background as the former mayor of Columbia, South Carolina, and leadership roles in
With an impressive background spanning more than 20 years on Wall Street, Nichole Harmon-Pointdujour currently is the vice president and head of national partnerships and community development for JPMorgan Chase. In this role, she supervises engagements and partnerships with national
Dr. Kwane Stewart, a California veterinarian with over 22 years of experience, has dedicated the past decade to providing free veterinary care to pets of individuals experiencing homelessness. A graduate of Colorado State University’s Veterinary Program, Dr. Stewart’s diverse career
Greg Jackson is a community organizer, campaign strategist, and advocate who serves as the National Advocacy Director for the Community Justice Action Fund. Surviving a near-fatal shooting in 2013, Jackson has dedicated his career to reducing gun violence and empowering
Michael S. Regan, the 16th Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for environmental stewardship to his role. As the first Black man to lead the EPA, Regan’s journey from the
Eva D. Coleman, a multimedia powerhouse with over three decades of experience in television, radio, and print journalism, has added another remarkable chapter to her story: breast cancer survivor. As a Telly award-winning producer, educator, and leader in the National
Ricki Fairley is a Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor/Thriver and the CEO of TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance. As an award-winning marketing veteran turned breast cancer advocate, Ricki has dedicated her life to addressing Black Breast Cancer as a
Rhonda Williams is a United States Air Force veteran, wife, mother, grandmother, and breast cancer survivor who has turned her personal struggle into a beacon of hope for others. As the CEO and Founder of Thriving and Surviving Breast Cancer
Dr. Beth Goodman, known as “The Premiere Pink Diva” and “sPrINKles,” is a dual-certified personal life coach, professional speaker, and breast cancer survivor. This Atlanta native has served as National Survivor Spokesperson for The American Cancer Society and Lee Jeans,
Vern Fuller, CEO and Director of the Offender Success Program at Michigan Truck Driving School, has dedicated his career to empowering individuals and transforming communities through education and workforce development. With a diverse background spanning social work, broadcast journalism, and
In a compelling episode of Health IQ, Munson Steed interviews Brittney Wilcox, a remarkable 10-year survivor of triple-negative breast cancer. Diagnosed in her early twenties while studying at Fort Valley State University, Brittney’s story is one of courage, faith, and
Jennifer Barlament, Executive Director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO), took center stage at the second annual HBCU AccessFest to celebrate the event’s dedication to uplifting and empowering young talent. In her address, Barlament emphasized the ASO’s deep commitment to
