We’re a small team with big ideas and a passion for doing things well.
Our People
M. Antonio Ennis
CEO / Executive Director (ED)
- Provides overall vision and leadership
- Oversees fundraising and partnerships
- Tracks expenses and transactions
- Oversees budgeting and financial reporting
- Oversees branding and outreach campaigns
- Leads creative vision and productions
- Oversees curriculum and artistic programming
- Reports to Board of Directors
Brandi C. Artez PKA Brandie Blaze
Deputy Director / COO
- Manages day-to-day operations
- Ensures execution of strategic goals
- Oversees internal systems and logistics
- Manages Creators Lab programs and internship execution
- Tracks deliverables and participant outcomes
Mickie Sosa Jones
Development Director
- Leads fundraising strategy and donor relations
-Oversees grant research
-Acts as senior operational leader
-Builds infrastructure to support long-term sustainability
Adelcia Barros
Development Manager
- Manages fundraising strategy and donor relations
-Oversees data management
Stephen Lucas
Web Development Director
- Oversees the strategy, design, and technical performance of the company’s web properties
Byron Beaman
Grant Writer / Grants Manager
- Identifies and applies for funding opportunities
- Manages grant compliance and reporting
Kay Wattz
Administrative Assistant
- Handles scheduling and coordination
- Manages interns and volunteers
Jeffrey Eugene
Content / Social Media Manager
- Manages digital presence and storytelling
Lia Paulino
Director of Talent Recruitment / Creative Staff
-Oversees talent submissions and artist recruitment
- Facilitate workshops and productions
-Leads casting outreach
-Manages actor auditions
-Oversees media wardrobe