Our Mission
Our Board
Karthik Balasubramanian
Dr. Karthik Balasubramanian is a professor at Howard University's School of Business. Over the past 15 years, Karthik has conducted high-impact strategic analytics for the World Food Programme, the American Red Cross, the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, corporate clients as a consultant with the Boston Consulting Group, and many political campaigns.
Tristan Wilkerson
With a relentless drive to succeed and a passion for making a positive impact on society, Tristan is a dynamic force in policy, angel investing, and entrepreneurship. His ability to think strategically and make bold, data-driven decisions has propelled him to the forefront of the industry, earning him a reputation as a leader and innovator. Possessing a diverse skill set, including a degree in political economics, a certification in non-profit management, and a deep understanding of business administration, Tristan is a multi-faceted and driven professional, constantly pushing the boundaries of success.
Chris Parker
Chris Parker is the Kogod Research Professor and Associate Professor in the Information Technology and Analytics Department of the Kogod School of Business at American University. Chris received a PhD at London Business School in the Management Science and Operations Department, a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics and Quantitative Studies at the Spears School of Business, Oklahoma State University and a Master of Science in Computational Finance at the Centre for Computational Finance and Economic Agents, University of Essex.
Our Values
Inclusivity
We believe in the power of diverse voices and experiences. Our work is driven by a commitment to include and uplift every member of the communities we serve.
Empowerment
Our goal is to empower individuals with the knowledge, resources, and opportunities they need to take control of their futures and drive change in their communities.
Innovation
We embrace cutting-edge solutions and technologies to address complex challenges and drive sustainable change.
Integrity
We are committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical practices. Integrity is the foundations of our relationships with the communities and partners we serve.
Problem Statement
We are addressing the challenge of fostering sustained civic engagement and community empowerment in underserved areas. Despite the availability of resources, many communities lack effective tools to mobilize and engage their members in meaningful actions that build health, wealth, and power.
Traditional approaches often fail to create long-term networks and sustained impact, leaving these communities without the necessary support to drive positive change. Our solution bridges this gap by providing organizations with innovative, customizable mobile apps that incentivize and facilitate community engagement and action.