Meet the people who drive BlackECE. Together, they guide BlackECE’s mission of empowering Black Californians through early care and education. Engage with our Wisdom Circle, comprised of community members and co-founders, who help shape our work. Discover our exceptional leaders and team driving change and join us in creating a brighter future for Black children and families.
Supporting Keisha is our esteemed board and wisdom circle, comprised of the co-founders of BlackECE and supporters. These individuals played pivotal roles in establishing the foundation of our organization and continue to bring their wealth of experience, knowledge, and commitment to inform strategic decision-making. Together, they ensure that BlackECE remains true to its core values and mission.
Woman in Charge
Dr. Lea Austin, Chair
Founder and Principal Consultant at Equity in Early Ed Systems Reform, LLC.
Justin Blakely, Vice Chair
Public Policy Manager, Crystal Stairs, Inc.
Angela Jenkins
Founder and Principal at BoldSpire Consulting, LLC.
Dr. Lee Johnson III
Early Childhood Education Senior Fellow Southern Education Foundation
Lloyd Schine M.A., M.Ed, Treasurer
Assistant Director, Parent and Family Philanthropy
Dr. Aisha White, Secretary
P.R.I.D.E. Founder and Director, University of Pittsburgh