Dr. Dwight E. Rhodes (He/Him)
Founder, R2E, A non-profit project
As the Founder of R2E, Dwight is an example of leading authentically by embracing his identity markers as an asset, not a liability. R2E is the intersection of his learning as a Harvard doctoral graduate of educational leadership, a twenty-plus-year educator, and a proud black, gay, southern male who is married to an immigrant! :-)
Dr. Crystel Harris (She/Her)
Advisory Committee Member
Crystel Harris is Director of the People team at NewSchools Venture Fund. She has an entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to student success that has been demonstrated throughout her career.
Dwayne Ashley (He/Him)
Advisory Committee Member
As CEO of Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, Dwayne Ashley is renowned for his bold, strategic thinking and wise counsel in philanthropy. As a fearlessly authentic leader, he is committed to social justice and helping organizations of color maximize their fundraising success. He advises non-profits, philanthropists, and influencers globally.
Micène R. Fontaine (He/Him)
Advisory Commitee Member
As the Executive Director at Design Arts Seminars, Inc. (DAS), Micène R. Fontaine is a tireless advocate for greater representation of Black and Brown practitioners in architecture and design.
Dr. Tina Owen-Moore (She/Her)
Advisory Committee Member
As the Superintendent of Cudahy School District, it is Tina’s goal in life to help change the education system in our nation so that schools are places of hope and possibility for all students.