Our Team
Executive Director
Gender and Youth Officer
Fundraising Manager
Community Engagement
Assistant Communications
Website Designer
Board Of Directors
Board Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
David Dunsmuir
Board Chair
David is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in corporate executive roles and entrepreneurship. He has a proven track record of success, having held key positions at renowned companies such as Home Depot, LL Flooring, and Re-Bath. With a remarkable ability to grow businesses, David has successfully scaled three companies to surpass the $100 million mark.
His expertise spans various aspects of business, including marketing, sales, supply chain, and operations. David's deep understanding of these critical areas enables him to provide invaluable guidance and support to Creats as we design our future.
With his extensive background and hands-on experience, David brings a unique perspective to our team. His strategic mindset, combined with a strong focus on growth and efficiency, empowers us to navigate the ever-changing challenges ahead.
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Linda Maina
Board Member
Linda is an IT Business Analyst Consultant with over 15 years of hands-on experience as a Project Manager, Business Analyst, and Financial Auditor of IT Systems (ITGC’s). She has led BA and PM efforts implementing large multiline projects and spearheading software implementation and SAP migration for both Agile and waterfall projects throughout the entire Software development phases for clients in consumer products and life sciences. She has also worked as a financial audit consultant for PWC, where she led assurance efforts and audits of IT systems for clients, mostly in commercial and retail.
Lind holds a degree in Bcom from Strathmore University, Kenya, and is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She is currently pursuing a master’s in project management at Georgetown University.
Linda is one of the Directors of an Educational Center and Group of Schools they run together with her family in Kisumu, Kenya. Linda is guided by her mantra “We are because others are” and strongly believes in giving back to the community. She sits on several school boards in rural Kenya and mentors young people. She also runs a foundation that provides educational sponsorship to students from vulnerable backgrounds in both primary and secondary schools.
Alla Kemelmakher
Board Member
Alla is currently the Director of Partnerships, Engagements, and Events at the College of Computing and Software Engineering (CCSE) at Kennesaw State University (KSU), where she leads initiatives to provide students and faculty with dynamic engagement opportunities. With a focus on fostering collaboration between academia and industry, Alla orchestrates capstones, industry projects, and showcase events to enrich the educational experience and drive innovation within the CCSE community.
Prior to her role at KSU, Alla accrued over 25 years of expertise in software application development and support, notably within the telecom and billing sectors. Her career highlights include leading teams at major corporations like Amdocs, where she championed digital transformations and ensured operational excellence for clients such as T-Mobile, Sprint, and Metro.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Alla is deeply committed to charity work and has volunteered in several organizations. Her dedication to both professional excellence and community service underscores her mission to make a meaningful impact in all facets of her life.
Uchenna Nwizugbe
Board Member
As a visionary entrepreneur, I'm fueled by a passion for customer-centric marketing and community building. With a unique blend of hospitality expertise and psychological insights, I bring a distinctive approach to my ventures. Holding a Master's degree in Hotel Management and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Eastern Mediterranean University, I've successfully merged my skills to create innovative solutions.
As the founder of Wizygbe Africa Media, I've crafted platforms that not only showcase Tourism and culture but also foster authentic connections and enriching experiences. My journey has taken me from navigating the complexities of media to driving growth and innovation, consistently delivering results-driven solutions.
With a dedication to building and empowering communities, I continue to push boundaries and explore new frontiers in marketing and beyond.
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David Trapp
Board Member
David has dedicated most of his life to agriculture, from being a farm hand to teaching gardening classes, and working as an Agricultural Technician with Peace Corps Paraguay.
Currently, he is the Farmer Success Lead at LiteFarm.
His passion for sustainable food production has taken him around the world, connecting him with diverse communities and projects.
He holds an interdisciplinary degree in Energy, Agriculture, and Climate Change from Western Washington University.
David is also the co-founder of Nuevos Brotes, a reintegration program that provides agricultural job training and support to incarcerated individuals in Paraguay.
He is currently based in Brazil, pursuing a Master's in Organic Agriculture from the Federal University of Rural Rio de Janeiro, with a focus on the production of organic seeds by certified farmers.
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