I received my masters degree in Social Work from The Jane Addams college of Social work at university of Illinois-Chicago in 1985. I began practicing as a mental health clinician in a myriad of roles, most significantly as a police social worker for the Evanston police department. I served as a victim advocate and youth outreach worker for 5 years before venturing into a more traditional psychotherapist role, including working with the families of patients who were recovering from closed head injuries. I also held an administrative position at the rehab Institute of Chicago where I was responsible for a sub acute head injury program. After leaving the Rehab Institute I began work at The Family Institute, 30 years ago.

At The Family Institute I practiced as a Psychotherapist and served on the core faculty . I headed up Family Institutes community program geared toward teaching masters level students how to make a wide range of mental health services and therapy available to underserved populations for several years. I also supervised student therapists in the Family Institutes sliding fee scale clinic for several years.

I currently serve on the board of the Phoenix Clinic a not for profit that trains clinicians and provides therapy to clients from underserved communities in Chicago.

Dr. Keith A. Robinson is a native of Gary, IN. He earned his B.A. degree in Secondary English Education from Ball State University, his Master’s in Education Administration and Supervision from Roosevelt University and his doctorate from National Louis University in Educational Leadership. Keith taught English in his hometown of Gary, IN, at Roosevelt High School, Pike High School, in Indianapolis, IN, Lane Technical College Prep, in Chicago and Evanston Township High School. Keith has served students from the Evanston/Skokie community for more than 25 years. After a decade of teaching and coaching, Keith began serving students, community and families as a high school administrator. In this capacity, he served as Dean of Students at Niles West High School, before moving to Niles North High School as Assistant Principal for Operations, where he was in charge of the day to day operations of the school.

Currently, Keith serves as the Associate Principal of Educational Services at Evanston Township High School. Keith has dedicated his life to education and service. His commitment to social justice, equity and access has been the guiding light to his personal and professional work. Keith has served on the Ball State Black Constituent Society for more than 20 years. He has been recognized as a BSU G.O.L.D (Graduate of the last decade) Winner and Teacher’s College Distinguished Service Award Winner in 2019.

Member and Board President of Foundation65, a local Evanston organization that supports Arts and Literacy programming in the local elementary school district, and currently serving as a Board Member for FAN (Family Action Network), Ball State University Foundation, Teacher’s College Advisory Council at Ball State University, member of the Foundation Board of Directors at Ball State University, Trustee for the Village of Skokie and is active in a number of professional education organizations. He is also a life member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Dr. Robinson has received numerous accolades throughout his career.

Keith lives with his wife of 28 years, Sharon, a pediatrician/ medical director at Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Illinois, and two daughters. Taryn(21), now in her fourth year at Duke and Kari(19), a first year engineering student at the University of Maryland-College Park.

Dr. Logan is an internationally recognized educator, consultant, author, and speaker specializing in leadership and diversity. He has over seven years of experience living and working in 24 countries across North, Central, and South America, the South Pacific, Southern Asia, the Middle East, and West Africa. Dr. Logan holds memberships and certifications including being a member of the Illinois Diversity Council, a Certified Diversity Professional through the National Diversity Council, a Certified Diversity Practitioner from the Workforce Diversity Institute, and a certified Family Life Educator.

Uniquely, Dr. Logan earned a master’s degree in Elementary Education, holds a Doctorate in Adult and Continuing Education, and has research expertise in racial identity development with a focus on Black identity development.

His work and words have been featured in The Chicago Tribune, Ebony Magazine, Kia Ora FM (New Zealand), Radio Kledu (Mali), The Fiji Sun (Fiji Islands), Chicago Sun-Times, Financial Survival Network, Chicago Korean Radio Broadcast Co., Ebony Magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, and CLTV.

Peter C. Braithwaite is a business and community engagement leader with a longstanding commitment to expanding educational opportunities and strengthening communities. He serves in a leadership role with the Chessmen Club of the North Shore, supporting the organization’s mission of providing scholarships, mentorship, and resources to help young people achieve their full potential.

Peter previously served for more than a decade on the Evanston City Council, representing the Second Ward, where he championed initiatives related to economic inclusion, workforce development, and minority business advancement. His professional experience spans leadership roles in business development, community engagement, and strategic partnerships within higher education and the private sector.

A dedicated volunteer and mentor, Peter has served on numerous civic and nonprofit initiatives focused on youth development and community empowerment. He is an active member of Sherman United Methodist Church, where he has held leadership roles in support of the church’s mission and outreach efforts.

A graduate of Evanston Township High School and the University of Kansas, Peter remains passionate about creating pathways for future generations to thrive through education, service, and collaboration.

Greetings! My name is Jermaine Nesbitt. I am the proud father of two children: my daughter, Jordyn (20), and my son, Jermaine Jr. (9). I am an Evanston native who grew up in South Evanston, and I believe Evanston is truly a unique community.

I enjoy giving back through my involvement with The Chessmen Club of the North Shore, Mount Moriah Masonic Lodge #28, Northshore Consistory #91, and the United Supreme Council, Prince Hall Affiliation, Northern Jurisdiction, U.S.A., Inc. Additionally, I serve as an assistant coach with the Fellowship of Afro-American Men (F.A.A.M.) Basketball League, which supports middle school-aged boys and girls in Evanston.

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics with an emphasis in Finance from Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I currently serve as an Assistant Vice President and Relationship Specialist with Capital Group Private Client Services, where I partner with Private Wealth Advisors to provide financial solutions to high-net-worth clients. Prior to joining Capital Group, I spent more than 20 years in a similar role with J.P. Morgan Private Bank.

As Muhammad Ali once said, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” I strive to live by that principle through my commitment to serving my community and supporting the next generation.

Dr. Keith A. Robinson is a native of Gary, IN. He earned his B.A. degree in Secondary English Education from Ball State University, his Master’s in Education Administration and Supervision from Roosevelt University and his doctorate from National Louis University in Educational Leadership. Keith taught English in his hometown of Gary, IN, at Roosevelt High School, Pike High School, in Indianapolis, IN, Lane Technical College Prep, in Chicago and Evanston Township High School. Keith has served students from the Evanston/Skokie community for more than 25 years. After a decade of teaching and coaching, Keith began serving students, community and families as a high school administrator.

In this capacity, he served as Dean of Students at Niles West High School, before moving to Niles North High School as Assistant Principal for Operations, where he was in charge of the day to day operations of the school. Currently, Keith serves as the Associate Principal of Educational Services at Evanston Township High School. Keith has dedicated his life to education and service. His commitment to social justice, equity and access has been the guiding light to his personal and professional work.

Keith has served on the Ball State Black Constituent Society for more than 20 years. He has been recognized as a BSU G.O.L.D (Graduate of the last decade) Winner and Teacher’s College Distinguished Service Award Winner in 2019. Member and Board President of Foundation65, a local Evanston organization that supports Arts and Literacy programming in the local elementary school district, and currently serving as a Board Member for FAN (Family Action Network), Ball State University Foundation, Teacher’s College Advisory Council at Ball State University, member of the Foundation Board of Directors at Ball State University, Trustee for the Village of Skokie and is active in a number of professional education organizations.

He has been a member of the Chessmen of the Northshore for 17 years. He is also a life member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Dr. Robinson has received numerous accolades throughout his career. Keith lives with his wife of 28 years, Sharon, a pediatrician/ medical director at Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Illinois, and two daughters. Taryn(22), a 2026 Duke and Kari(20), a second year chemical engineering student at the University of Maryland-College Park.

Carl Hampton has been a practicing psychotherapist since 1985. He has worked in mental health, community healthcare, brain injury, rehabilitation, and as an administrator for nearly 40 years. He holds a bachelors degree from the university of Wisconsin Madison, a masters in social work from the university of Illinois in Chicago. Carl has been a champion for providing mental health to under resourced communities.

Carl has been active in the grassroots community by participating on several boards and organizations geared toward providing equitable access to mental health services to the underserved. Throughout his professional career, Carl, mentored and coached in the community while being married and being a girl dad.

Alvin Tillery is a professor of political science at Northeastern University. He is a graduate of Morehouse College and Harvard University. He is married and the proud father of two children.

Brent Nance is a lifelong Evanston resident and graduate of Evanston Township High School (ETHS), where he was a member of a Hall of Fame football team. He went on to attend North Park University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Education in 2002 while continuing his football career as a student-athlete.

Committed to serving the Evanston community, Brent has dedicated many years to coaching youth and high school football. He currently serves as the Residency Officer for ETHS District 202 and as an assistant coach for the ETHS varsity football team.

Reynold Martin is the Founder and Managing Partner of Percival Oak Advisors LLC, a private market advisory platform that collaborates with GPs, family offices, placement agents, LPs, and other key stakeholders in the private capital markets.

With over two decades of experience in private equity, infrastructure, and energy investments, he brings deep expertise in investment strategy, portfolio management, and capital formation.

Previously, Mr. Martin served as Managing Principal and Head of Infrastructure and Energy at Allstate Investments, where he led the firm’s $1.5 billion Infrastructure and Energy program, managed a team of four professionals, and developed investment strategies across North America and Western Europe.

He invested in more than 50 funds, served on more than 20 LPACS and executed more than 20 co-investments across Infrastructure, Energy, Private Equity and Private Credit, demonstrating deep underwriting expertise and strong sponsor relationships.

Mr. Martin is a proud graduate of Florida A&M University (FAMU) with an MBA in Business Finance, a CFA Charterholder, and a member of both the National Association of Securities Professionals and the CFA Society. He also serves on the Investment Advisory Council for the Evanston Community Foundation.

Additionally, he has earned certifications in Business Strategy, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, and Resilience through McKinsey & Company’s Management Accelerator program.

Marcel Sallis is a Vice President and Client Advisor at an institutional investment manager, where he joined in 2024. Based in Chicago, he works within the North American Institutional Client Group, partnering with public and corporate pensions, foundations, endowments, family offices, and other institutions.

Prior, Marcel held institutional sales and investments positions at MSCI and Northern Trust Asset Management. Marcel received a B.A. in Economics from Morehouse College. He is an active member of his community in Evanston, IL, where he serves on the Board of the Evanston Community Foundation and has served on its Investment Council.

Founder & CEO of Berean Capital, Inc (1989 – 2011)
Board Member, McGaw YMCA
President & Head Coach, General Volunteer, FAAM (1978 – current)
Trustee Denison University
Evanston Community Foundation, Finance Com.
Former Board Member, Black Ensemble Theater
Deacon, Second Baptist Church