Our Staff & Board
“The fact that Elev8 is a real part of our school community really makes a big difference. They can actually see the needs for themselves and then work to make a difference.”
Elev8 Baltimore Board of Directors
Oscar Harrell, Board Chair
Chief Operating Officer, The Jubilee Association of Maryland
Federico Adams
Principal, Baltimore City Public Schools
Founding Partner, Castle Consulting, LLC
E. Bomani Johnson
Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives, ABFE
Julia K. Baez
Executive Director, Baltimore’s Promise
Tanika Davis, Secretary
Director of Executive Engagement, Exelon
Al Essien
Director Corporate and Foundation Relations
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Office of Philanthropy
Austin Mckenzie
Vice President, Relationship Manager (C&IB), Eagle Bank
Billie Marie Malcolm
Program Officer, Baltimore Community Foundation
Stacey Stephens
Clinical Instructor, Director B’more for Healthy Babies @Promise Heights
University of Maryland School of Social Work
Eric Thompson
VP, Commercial Banking Relationship Manager, Truist
Alexandria Warrick Adams, Ex Officio
Chief Executive Officer, Elev8 Baltimore, Inc.
Executive Leadership
Alexandria Warrick Adams
Chief Executive Officer
With over 18 years in nonprofit leadership, Alexandria has been instrumental in advancing education and youth development initiatives in Baltimore. She led Elev8 Baltimore’s transformation into an independent nonprofit, expanding its reach and impact.
Winston Philip
Chief Operating Officer
A dynamic management professional, Winston brings extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning, and team development. He has strengthened operations and programming across multiple nonprofit organizations.
Tracy Davis-Hunt
Chief Financial Officer
Tracy oversees financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic resource use. Her expertise in finance supports Elev8 Baltimore’s mission-driven growth and sustainability.
Michell Baker
Senior Director, People, Culture, Learning
Michell brings a wealth of expertise in human resources and organizational leadership. With a strong foundation in strategic HR practices and a passion for empowering teams, Michell plays a pivotal role in driving people-centered initiatives and fostering inclusive workplace culture.
Mark Carter
Senior Director of Wholeness
Mark leads holistic student development programs, integrating academic support with social-emotional learning. He creates nurturing spaces where students can thrive both in and outside of the classroom.
KeShawn Golson
Senior Director of Children and Youth Services
KeShawn directs youth empowerment programs focused on education, mentoring, and civic engagement. Her leadership helps youth develop the confidence and skills needed for long-term success.
Albert Phillips Jr.
Senior Director of Adult Education and Workforce Development
Albert is a passionate educator and author focused on adult learning and economic mobility. He equips adults with tools for career success and lifelong growth.