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The Pillars of LEAD STL

At the heart of LEAD STL’s impact is a deeply committed Board of Directors whose leadership guides our mission to empower social change in Greater St. Louis through immersive learning, leadership development, and empathy building.

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Our board members bring a diverse range of expertise across nonprofit governance, education, advocacy, and community leadership. More than stewards of our organization, they are champions of equity who ensure that LEAD STL remains financially sustainable, mission-aligned, and accountable to the communities we serve.

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Through strategic planning, fiduciary oversight, and thought partnership, the Board of Directors plays a vital role in sustaining and scaling our programs that equip youth to lead with courage, challenge injustice, and build bridges across difference.

Board of Directors

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Rodney White - Chair

Nestle Purina PetCare Co.

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Jeff Singer - Treasurer 

HealthCare Infection Control Solutions

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Nya Grimes

Ameren

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Sara Rutherford

Hamilton Weber LLC

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Anitra Mahari - Vice Chair

Gateway Early Childhood Alliance

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Britteney G. Ofodile - Secretary

Britteney & Co. LLC

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Candice Nance

NaviHealth

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Tiffani Williams, CPA

Gene Slay's Girls & Boys Club

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Dr. Sara Lander - Vice Chair

St. Luke’s Hospital 

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Carly Ferdman

Invest STL
Cultural Leadership Alumni, Class 3 

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Dr. Ryia Ross Peterson

Mercy

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