Meet Our Team
Our Community Impact Team…
Alexis Cooper
Community Impact Concierge (she/her/hers)
Alexis grew up in Vincennes, before moving to Indianapolis after graduating from the University of Indianapolis. She has a passion for helping her community, and is excited to continue that passion through her role as a CIC.
Kelli Thomas
Community Impact Concierge (she/her/hers)
Kelli has an ever growing passion for social justice and service. With a background in sociology, racism and poverty are at the forefront of her mission for social equity.
Our Training & Culture Team…
Jasmine Owofade, M.A.
Director of Leadership & Training Experience (she/her/hers)
With a background in elementary and higher education, as well as African American and DEIB studies, racism, and social inequalities are at the forefront of Jasmine’s mission for equity.
Our Leadership Team…
Derrin Slack, PMP, CIP
Founder & CEO (he/him)
With a strong background in nonprofit management and research, training, and leadership, Derrin acts as the conduit between the needs of the community, and the individuals, partners, sponsors, and students that engage with ProAct.
Mya Daelynn, M.A., CIP
VP, Community Engagement (she/her/hers)
Mya has a passion for community service, empowering youth and women which she does through her background with project management, event coordination, and facilitation.
Jessica Rodriguez Hernandez
VP, Marketing & Growth (she/her/hers)
Jess is a relationship-focused leader with a passion for supporting small and minority owned businesses. Holding true to the words “In order to receive, one must give,” Jessica believes in the importance of educating and consulting our partners on the fruitful impact they create by pouring resources back into their communities.
Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about our community? Are you dedicated to making a difference? Join us as we empower youth and build Proactive Communities.
Board of Directors
Pitt Thompson (Chair)
Senior Consultant, Capital City Resources 
Jenny Banner (Secretary)
Principal, Bright Corner Group
Alaric Aloor
CEO & CTO, Archon Security
Andrew Adeniyi
Regional Manager, Starbucks / Author of the Circle of Leadership
Dr. David Austin
Dental Director, Managed Health Services
Mary Ann Sullivan
Former IPS Board Member
David Fredricks
Director, Office of Minority & Women Business Development, City of Indianapolis
Meg Liffick
CEO, SmallBox
Robert (Bob) Kort
President, Kort Builders
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