Christina Lopez-Prado is a mother of 3 and a fashion designer, most recently designing kids clothes for Kohl's. During her time in the corporate sector she successfully obtained bilingual product placement and furthered DEI initiatives.  Currently, she serves on the board of Milwaukee Fashion Week and is also the Director of Operations at Edessa School of Fashion. She foresees Milwaukee evolving into a flourishing creative hub where collaborative efforts spark continuous innovation within the arts sector and beyond, to shape and enhance the overall community infrastructure. 

My name is Deidre Harvey and I am a recent MBA grad, mother of one and a proud advocate for community empowerment. With a concentration in Supply Chain Management, I enjoy focusing on the logistics and strategic planning side of food insecurity. I have volunteered with many local community based organizations that have shaped me in building a diverse network. In my free time, I enjoy road trips, reading and cooking for others. 

I'm Genevieve Brown (She, Her, Her's). I have a BA in Recreation Administration, and have worked in non-profit organizations and have been a Director of YMCA, Park Districts and Community Centers over the past 40 years. I've lived and worked overseas and love to travel and experience different cultures. I have three children and three grandchildren. 

Hello my name is Mercedes Johnson, and my pronouns are she , her and Queen.  I am  a businesswoman and community supporter of the LGBTQ+ community. I have worked with many organizations on a variety of issues from health care to housing issues and creating programs for all people from different walks of life. I am a serial entrepreneur and problem solver. Constantly on the hunt for new challenges and opportunities to make an impact.

Micah Brown is a therapist and psychiatric social worker for Milwaukee County. Dedicated to supporting underprivileged populations, she is pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision to expand the research on serving underrepresented populations from a multicultural social justice point of view. She enjoys writing, designing, and board games in her spare time with her family.

My name is Monique Plears, MPH. My  background is  in case management and public health. I have a passion for crafting and executing creative events and programs that empower and educate communities. Throughout my career, I have spearheaded numerous community health initiatives, focusing on Maternal and Child Health, Senior Health, Tobacco Prevention, and addressing social determinants of health.

Diannia has worked in education for over 20 years. Her teaching philosophy has always been that kids learn best when they feel welcomed, valued, and safe. Diannia Merriett was born and raised in Milwaukee. She is the proud parent of one daughter and 3 foster children.

Diannia has been very active in amplifying the voice of marginalized people.  In college she was the president of the Black student union. Diannia works to challenge and dismantle racism,  and other forms of injustice in Milwaukee County and beyond in its community systems. She is the founder of “People Advocating Greendale Equity”.  

 I am Fatima Orozco, I hold a bachelor's degree in Communications and Integrated Marketing with a minor in Spanish from Mount Mary University.  With all the love I have been given to grow, I look to water those around me to do the same.