Elexia Coleman serves as the Consortium’s Birmingham Regional Organizer. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Lexi is leveraging a Master’s degree in Public Health and Business Administration merged with her political science background and practical campaign management experience. She is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and obtained her graduate degrees from the University of Alabama at...
Marcus January is an award-winning freelance cinematographer and filmmaker based in Birmingham, AL. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Marcus has garnered recognition for his artistic vision and technical prowess, earning him accolades in the world of narrative filmmaking. Through his dynamic approach and innovative techniques, he has brought numerous...
Nyaesia Campbell leads a team of development experts in support of the Consortium. Nyaesia is a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary leader. As the founder and CEO of Innov8tive Strategies LLC., she is revolutionizing the consulting industry by providing innovative, progressive strategies and technical assistance for capacity building to vulnerable communities, non-profits, and small businesses. Through...
Que Chandler brings her unwavering dedication and extensive community advocacy experience as a community champion to the rich historical legacy of the Black Belt Region. Hailing from West Alabama, Que is often recognized for her leadership and community involvement. Que has a track record that demonstrates her ability to mobilize resources for the benefit of...
Brucie Porter works as a Research Fellow for the Consortium. A native of Auburn, Alabama, Brucie graduated with a B.A in history from the University of the South (Sewanee) and is a doctoral candidate at Auburn University. Prior to joining the Consortium, Brucie conducted research and interpretive work for the City of Montgomery and the...
Working at Public History and archives intersections, Dr. Rhonda Jones serves as the Consortium’s Digital Archivist. An international scholar specializing in cultural memory and digital heritage informatics, she holds a Ph.D. in United States History, a MA in Public History from Howard University, and an MLS from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Whether the task is teaching,...
Ken King is an insightful and proven leader in public affairs with more than a decade of diverse experience in building, linking and coordinating people, projects and resources to strengthen the community. An entrepreneur and thought-leader, Ken is a successful results oriented practitioner when it comes to business and public affairs. As a result, he is a...
The Reverend Lukata Agyei Mjumbe joined the Consortium in 2023 as Executive Director. He is an honors graduate of Morehouse College and also holds a Masters of Divinity and a Masters of Theology from Princeton Theological Seminary. Lukata is a respected pastor, community organizer and a proven leader with experience dating back to the 1990s...
Jessica O’Connor (she/hers) is the Consortium’s Public History Director. She is a Cheyenne, Wyoming native. A graduate of Winston-Salem State University and University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Jessica holds a B.A. in History and M.A. Museum Studies. She also holds certificates in Inclusive Leadership, Project Management, and Cultural Heritage Preservation. Prior to joining the...
Vera Whisenton received her bachelor’s degree from Spelman College in Atlanta in 1964 and went on to pursue a master’s in library science from Atlanta University in 1965. Her vigorous career spanned 35 years, which included serving in influential positions such as the Director of Administrative Services in the Office of the Secretary of the...
