Our Crew
Our connections are based on love and justice!
Amanda Greene
Project Administrative Coordinator
Chris Nguon, MSW
Vice President of Programs and Services
Deb Kersey
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Diana Quintana
Senior Project Manager
Evert Zelaya
Chief Operating Officer
Michael Torres
Chief Financial Officer
Evin Glaude
Akili Camp Coordinator
Falilah “Aisha” Bilal
Healing Centered Education Leader
Farima Pour-Khorshid, Phd
Healing Centered Engagement Leader
Gerricka Hamilton
Business Systems & Sales Operations Manager
Jordan Howzell
Director of HCE Projects and Creative Labs: Lead Program Manager
La’Cole Martin, MA
NOC Project Manager and Facilitator, Consultant
Lee Porscha Moore, EdD, LCSW
Senior Trainer and Content Manager
Nedra Ginwright, MS
Chief Flourish Officer
Olafemi B. Akintunde
Senior Trainer
Raana Kashi
Director of Community Engagement – Akili Camps
Randa Powell
Project Manager
Shawn Ginwright, PhD
President and CEO
Tahisha S. Victor, MSW
Chief Strategy and Development Officer
Zahra Syed
Project Manager
Julius Deshon Jackson
Senior Trainer
Hannah Germonprez
Research Assistant
Jakira Rogers
Boston Project Manager
Justis
HCE – Doctoral in Residence
Dean L. Rene, MPA, MIMS
Analyst
Amanda Greene
Project Administrative Coordinator
Chris Nguon, MSW
Vice President of Programs and Services
Deb Kersey
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Diana Quintana
Senior Project Manager
Evert Zelaya
Chief Operating Officer
Michael Torres
Chief Financial Officer
Falilah “Aisha” Bilal
Healing Centered Education Leader
Farima Pour-Khorshid, Phd
Healing Centered Engagement Leader
Gerricka Hamilton
Business Systems & Sales Operations Manager
Jordan Howzell
Director of HCE Projects and Creative Labs: Lead Program Manager
La’Cole Martin, MA
NOC Project Manager and Facilitator, Consultant
Lee Porscha Moore, EdD, LCSW
Senior Trainer and Content Manager
Nedra Ginwright, MS
Chief Flourish Officer
Olafemi B. Akintunde
Senior Trainer
A graduate of California State University, East Bay, holding a B.A. in Sociology with a dedicated focus on social services, Olafemi possesses a versatile set of credentials as an educator. Continually engaging with numerous clients, his extensive experience spans teaching, facilitating, program development, and social service delivery. His unwavering commitment revolves around the healing and education of youth of color. Over the past several years, working in collaboration with organizations such as Flourish Agenda, Inc, Alameda County of Education, Juvenile Hall, and the African American Male Achievement program, he has pioneered opportunities that encourage individuals to explore and deconstruct harmful societal norms while providing a holistic perspective essential for personal and community healing.
As an educator, Olafemi has garnered recognition in various publications and media outlets, including features in the Detroit Free Press, Ubuntu Leadership Academy, and the African American Male Achievement Documentary, "Kingmakers." His groundbreaking work has been showcased by the Campaign for Black Male Achievement, highlighting his distinctive approach to educating young black males. His engaging and charismatic teaching style is a testament to his background in the performing arts and is deeply rooted in an empathetic understanding of the urban educational experience. Olafemi views education and healing as his life's calling and eagerly anticipates carrying forward the legacy of exceptional educators.
Raana Kashi
Director of Community Engagement – Akili Camps
Randa Powell
Project Manager
Randa was introduced to youth development healing space by Flourish Agenda when she was just 13 years old. After being deeply impacted by the Camp Akili program and traveling to Ghana with Flourish, Randa was inspired to continue working in the field for the past 25 years.
Randa is driven by a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of youth. Her unwavering dedication, combined with her extensive experience in youth development and education positions her as a highly effective leader in the field. Randa's ability to inspire, empower, and mentor youth is truly remarkable, and her contributions have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the lives of those she has served.
When Randa is not working, she enjoys listening to music, traveling, sewing, and designing clothes, and spending time with her family and friends. Randa can be described as a resourceful, warm hearted, direct communicator that prides herself on being transparent and moving through the world exuding integrity and kindness.
Shawn Ginwright, PhD
President and CEO
Tahisha S. Victor, MSW
Chief Strategy and Development Officer
Zahra Syed
Project Manager
Zahra is committed to dignity, liberation and healing for the community. She is thoroughly and deeply invested in the well-being of our collective children, and a return to ancestral ways of being and relating, grounded in our respective cultures. She operates from curiosity, an intuitive understanding of human behavior and a love for young people. Fascinated by post-modern, liberatory pedagogical approaches, the arts, and restorative, healing practices in work, education and relationships, Zahra values camaraderie and enjoys challenges.
In addition to healing work at Flourish Agenda Zahra loves long conversations, stories, making art, sweater weather and delicious, warm drinks.
Julius Deshon Jackson
Senior Trainer
Julius's profound healing impact has extended to hundreds of children and youth, nurturing their growth and empowerment. Moreover, he has collaborated closely with the hundreds of dedicated staff who serve these young individuals, fostering an environment of compassion and support while making his global impact in the 1000’s.
Revered by prestigious clients including Fortune 500 corporations, influential tech giants, high-achieving individuals, and esteemed non-profit organizations, Julius's unique fusion of occult sciences, modern methodologies, and cutting-edge technology has achieved remarkable outcomes.
Igniting boundless potential in others, Julius's guidance in Healing Centered Engagement transcends barriers, creating an atmosphere of growth and fulfillment.
Hannah Germonprez
Research Assistant
Jakira Rogers
Boston Project Manager
Her dedication lies in effecting systemic change to improve educational access for students and communities affected by systemic racism and anti-Black racism.
Having embarked on her own healing journey, Jakira is enthusiastic about prioritizing healing within BPS, the very school system where her educational journey began.
Justis
HCE – Doctoral in Residence
Dean L. Rene, MPA, MIMS
Analyst
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