Our Mission
Kingmakers of Oakland exists to improve the educational and life outcomes of Black boys and men from Pre-K through Ph.D., while building systems that uplift all students and communities.
Who we serve
We center Black boys as a catalyst for transforming education, culture, and wellness—driving narrative change that celebrates Black brilliance, builds generational wealth and power, and creates conditions where Black boys are seen, heard, and prepared to lead—because when we support those most marginalized, we create a better future for everyone.
Our theory of action
Annual Reports
Our Team
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Chris Chatmon
Chief Executive Officer
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Kevin Tolliver
Sr. Executive Assistant
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Matin Abdel-Qawi
Chief Program Officer
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Nia Lundkvist
Curriculum Designer
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Brenden Anderson
Managing Director of Finance & Technology
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Makisha Glover-Hill
Operations and Finance Coordinator
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Toks Ajike
Facilities Director
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Dr. K.O. Wilson
Director of Black Teacher Recruitment, Retention and Training
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Kevin McCann
Studio Manager & Head Engineer
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Aman Falol
Director of Research & Impact
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Theo Hollingsworth
Director of Digital Media and Strategic Growth
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Senay Alkebu-lan
Fashion Lab Program Manager
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Adrian Henderson
KOO Labs Community Programs Manager
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Leah Dobson
Marketing and Communications Specialist
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Obasi Davis
Graphic Designer
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Damari J. Lawrence
Media & Technology Manager
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Kahlil Chatmon
TFI Director
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Alonzo Henderson
TFI Co-Facilitator
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Tyjun Mack
TFI Instructor
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Tracey Mansfield
TFI Instructor
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Wentrelle McIntosh
TFI Academic Advisor
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Stacy Daniels
Clinical Case Manager
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Robert Symens-Bucher
TFI Translator
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Jordon Chatmon
Jegna Early Literacy Ambassador
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James Moore
Jenna Early Literacy Ambassador
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Fiyah Abakah
TFI Teachers Assistant
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Brian Velasco
TFI Teachers Assistant
Our Board
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Chris Chatmon
Chief Executive Officer
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Darlene Flynn
Board Member
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Dr. David J. Johns
Board Member
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Dr. Gisele C. Shorter
Board Member
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Eliza Greenberg
Co-Board Secretary
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Joaquin Noguera
Board Member
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Rickey Jackson
Finance Commitee Chair
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Romero Wesson
Co-Board Chair
