Our Board Of Directors
Our Board's Commitment:
Together, Building a Future of Meaning The Work Meaningful Foundation is steered by a dedicated Board of Directors, a team of up to 10 visionary leaders, including our President, who serves alongside us, guiding our mission forward. Each director, deeply committed to our cause, can serve up to three four-year terms, a testament to our enduring dedication to impactful change. What sets our board apart is a unanimous pledge: every one of us has committed to financially support the foundation annually.
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Our Board's Commitment:
Together, Building a Future of Meaning The Work Meaningful Foundation is steered by a dedicated Board of Directors, a team of up to 10 visionary leaders, including our President, who serves alongside us, guiding our mission forward. Each director, deeply committed to our cause, can serve up to three four-year terms, a testament to our enduring dedication to impactful change. What sets our board apart is a unanimous pledge: every one of us has committed to financially support the foundation annually.
Jeff Nischwitz
Jeff Nischwitz is the Director of Business Development for Bochner PLLC, a law firm serving entrepreneurs and tech companies. Previously, he was CEO of CoreX Legal and founder of The Nischwitz Group, where he gained recognition as an executive coach and international speaker on leadership, team engagement, and business growth. Known for challenging conventional thinking, Jeff has authored five books, including Snow Globe Leadership: Shaken Not Settled and Unmask: Let Go of Who You’re “Supposed” to Be & Unleash Your True Leader.
Beyond his professional work, Jeff is deeply committed to nonprofit initiatives, serving in leadership roles with Mankind Project International, Wounded Healers International, and Stairway for Heroes. Based in Tampa, Jeff is an avid traveler and has participated in global humanitarian efforts, including trips to Ghana and Kenya.
Dr. Kevin Abankwa
Dr. Kevin Abankwa is a seasoned data and analytics leader with a doctorate in business and big data analytics. With extensive experience in data management, governance, and advanced analytics, Dr. Abankwa brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight to his role.
Throughout his career, he has successfully led initiatives that leverage data to drive decision-making, optimize operations, and foster innovation across industries. Passionate about education and empowering communities, Dr. Abankwa serves on the board of the Work Meaningful Foundation, contributing his expertise in data-driven strategy to advance the organization's mission. His dedication to making data accessible and actionable reflects his commitment to creating opportunities for learning and growth in underserved communities.
Jerome Fleming
Jerome, a Kannapolis native and Johnson C. Smith University graduate, is an innovative educator and professional with experience teaching and working in data science roles at Wells Fargo and Bank of America. Known for creative projects, including turning a classroom into a recording studio, he also ran for the North Carolina State House in 2012, building connections along the way.
He oversees over 30 storytelling projects while supporting his wife Tanya’s blog, My Forking Life, which garners 500,000 monthly visits and a thriving YouTube channel. Jerome enjoys exploring Charlotte’s food scene and spending time with his wife and two daughters.
Marcey Rader
Marcey Rader is an award-winning keynote speaker, trainer, coach, and author focused on health-powered™ productivity after a preventable medical diagnosis shifted her relentless pursuit of more.
As the founder of RaderCo, she's inspired people across five continents. As a Certified Speaking Professional®, Virtual Master Presenter®, and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps individuals and companies discover what truly matters, fostering sustainable habits to reclaim their workday, work well, and play more!
Learn more at marceyrader.comandhelloraderco.com
Chef Awo Amenumey
Chef Awo Amenumey, an award-winning corporate chef, is celebrated for her innovative culinary style and unwavering dedication to sustainability. As the owner and executive chef of Eh’vivi, a Ghanaian pop-up series, Chef Awo effortlessly combines culture and food in a distinctive dining experience. Her passion for supporting local farmers and showcasing the finest indigenous Ghanaian ingredients has shaped her career around ethical sourcing and sustainable dining.
Beyond the kitchen, Chef Awo actively participates in education and mentorship to inspire the next generation of chefs and food leaders. Through her leadership in the corporate culinary world, Chef Amenumey skillfully combines creativity with responsibility, demonstrating that exceptional cultural cuisine can be both delectable and environmentally friendly.
Carolina Aponte
Carolina Aponte, founder of Caja Holdings, has over 30 years of experience in back-office and Fractional CFO services for companies, law firms, and non-profits. Originally from Venezuela, she earned a degree from Nova Southeastern University and gained recognition as a leader, including induction into the 2024 NC Women Business Owners Hall of Fame.
A committed mentor, Carolina served as NAWBO Charlotte President and contributes to organizations like the Work Meaningful Foundation and NSBA Leadership Council. She advocates for social justice and inspires through her book, Pave Your Own Way: Thirteen Skills To Create Your Professional Success.
Henry Evans
Henry Evans, founder of Dynamic Results, LLC, is a renowned Amazon Top-10 author and keynote speaker with over 15,000 hours of executive coaching. His bestselling book, Winning With Accountability, features his acclaimed Accountability Method™, and his work earned the 2018 Brandon Hall Silver Medal for Excellence in Learning.
An advocate for leadership excellence, Henry’s books, including Step Up: Lead in Six Moments that Matter, are used globally. Guided by his mission to "leave every person and situation better," he’s also a martial artist, skydiver, and meditator with a dynamic, results-driven approach.
Nathaniel H. Benjamin
Benjamin, the Founder and CEO of Benjamin & Associates Consulting Group, has over 20 years of experience leading global HR, DEI, and civil rights programs. Known as a skilled leader, coach, and speaker, he excels in connecting strategy with workforce planning and engagement for organizational success.
Previously, he served in the U.S. Air Force and taught as an adjunct instructor. Benjamin, recognized for his leadership in HR and DEI, is an alumnus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the University of Baltimore, and Johns Hopkins University.
Alana M. Hill, PMP
Alana M. Hill is an international change leadership expert and speaker, inspiring inclusive and resilient organizational change. With over 25 years in leadership and engineering, she's an advocate for women, especially in STEM. Alana is also an author, guiding readers on impactful change. She founded 2Hill Consulting Services after a career at SLB, promoting diversity and inclusion. A Texas A&M graduate, she's a mother, ministry leader, and mentor, blending faith, leadership, and philanthropy in her work and personal life, residing in Richmond, TX.
Keith Henry
The Work Meaningful Foundation positively impacts the next generation by providing responsible financial support toward educational initiatives on the continent of Africa and the country of the United States. We believe that every child should have access to quality education, and this is a contribution toward this amazing goal!
Tanya Vaughn
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Work Meaningful Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization based in Charlotte, NC.
Work Meaningful Foundation is a registered charity in the State of North Carolina soliciting donations to fund supporting education. Current financial statements, tax-deductible limits, and contact information are available upon request.3 Column
Financial information about Work Meaningful Foundation and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
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