Karen is a community development professional whose work focuses on creating access to opportunities for marginalized groups. Karen has worked in finance, administration, and case management since 2012 for non-profits and institutions of higher learning. Adept at providing comprehensive management and ensuring cost-effective utilization of all institutional resources while delivering on organizational goals. Karen holds a Master's of Science (M.S.) in Nonprofit Management from the Milano School of Policy, Management, and Environment, a Master's (MSW) in Social Work with a concentration in Community Development from Hunter College, and a B.S. in Social Work with a minor in Early Childhood Development from Stony Brook University.

Felix Michael is an urban development professional motivated by mission-driven work and since 2015 worked as a Vice President in Asset Management overseeing a portfolio of double-bottom line real estate assets. Felix Michael is also a Commissioned Officer in the United States Coast Guard with 14 years of experience, holds an Advanced Certificate in Real Estate Finance and an Advanced Certificate in Real Estate Development from Fordham University, a Master's in Public Administration from Baruch College with a concentration in Urban Development & Sustainability, and a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.A. in History from Stony Brook University.