Staff
The staff of The Opportunity Agenda is composed of a diverse group of professionals who, together, bring experience and expertise in the areas of communications, research, policy, advocacy, law, fundraising, and administration.
Traci Lester
PresidentTraci Lester is a nonprofit leader whose career has been devoted to supporting and uplifting diverse voices and communities across the country.
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Soha Ellaithy
Vice President for Institutional AdvancementSoha Ellaithy started her career in the humanitarian sector 23 years ago when, after studying engineering, she realized that her passion lied in striving to achieve social justice. She sought a career where she can use her problem-solving skills to help vulnerable communities and advocate for equal rights for all....
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Brian Erickson
Digital Communications and Multimedia ManagerIn his role, Brian Erickson combines values-based messaging best practices with documentary film and emerging media trends to produce multimedia stories that help audiences envision a more equitable and just future.
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Kimberly Hall
Vice President, Health Equity WorksKimberly Hall brings more than two decades of experience developing and leading integrated public affairs campaigns, and combining strategic communications, public relations, coalition building, and grassroots advocacy.
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Max Hartenstein
Media Research Associate, Health Equity WorksMax Hartenstein is the Media Research Associate at Health Equity Works. Through social listening, opposition research, and trend identification, their work helps ensure that partners and advocates are equipped to engage effectively with shifting national conversations around health equity.
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Jerry James
Operations ManagerJerry James brings over 15 years of experience in operations with expertise and demonstrated skill in the areas of business administration, accounting and finance, technology, human resources, and strategic planning.
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Elizabeth Johnsen
Vice President of Program Strategy and ImpactA seasoned narrative and communications professional, Elizabeth Johnsen is responsible for overseeing implementation of The Opportunity Agenda's ambitious programmatic vision. With extensive experience in project and staff management, Elizabeth works to develop the organization's plan of action, design effective workflow systems, and oversee cross-team collaboration to achieve programmatic goals.
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Tad Kroll
Senior Manager, Institutional GivingTad Kroll is responsible for researching and writing proposals, updates, reports, and other materials to funders. He works to help create and cultivate mutually satisfying relationships with foundations and individual funders through well-crafted and engaging materials and events.
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Porshéa Patterson
Research ManagerPorshéa Patterson is experienced in the contextualization and communication of technical and complex research data into readily accessible language. She is responsible for envisioning and managing major research initiatives from start to finish.
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Sunee Kate Quirante
Social Media StrategistSunee Kate Quirante brings experience in community organizing and digital media production. In her role, Sunee Kate publicizes The Opportunity Agenda’s vision and values by developing content and managing accounts that speak to the organization’s worldview.
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