Colleen Santon – Educator & Coach for Worcester Public Schools
I am a Worcester born-and-raised educator, coach, and mother of two wonderful young children. I am a lifelong learner, with degrees in Psychology, Communication, and Education, as well as certificates in Coaching, Entrepreneurship, and Mindfulness….
Allen Greenman – Real Estate & Watchmaker
I am a near lifelong resident of the city of Worcester having moved here at age five. We came here for opportunity from a failing Mid-West city that at one time was much like Worcester….
Lorna R Ellis – Seamstress and Clothing Store Business Owner
Blessing to you all, my name is Lorna Ellis, Beside being a business owner I am a wife, mother and grandmother. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, sharing a meals, going on…
Sean Harris – Director of Community Engagement from the Office of External Affairs for Quinsigamond Community College
First and foremost I’m a father and a grandfather as well. I was born here but my roots are from New Orleans, LA. I’m an only child and love that fact that it made me…
Racquel T. Knight – Founder of RKnight All About Business Services
I’m Racquel Knight. I’m on a mission to make a meaningful impact by wearing various hats that align with my passion for empowering underserved communities and fostering business growth. Growing up in the small district…
Principe Virtuez – Business Owner
I am a business owner and a member of the Chamber of Commerce in Worcester. I’ve come from a troubled past and have created a way for not only myself, but others that have come…
Katherine Aguilar
Katherine Aguilar, born in El Salvador, but a lifelong Worcester resident, is the CEO and Founder of K Sense Co. (Kommon Sense). She has extensive experience in leadership, business development, diversity and inclusionary work, and…
Dr. Sheri-ann McLean- Founder and CEO of McLean Coaching and Consulting, LLC
I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Jamaica, and I moved to Worcester in 2016 for a job opportunity. I am the sixth of seven children, and I happen to be the…
Tom Herald- Regional Director of the Small Business Development Center & an Adjunct Professor at Clark University
I empower people to live the American Dream through entrepreneurship. I truly do believe you can have whatever you want in life if you help enough others get what they want first. Q: Please tell…
Abigail Abena Mensah (Orleans Thompson) – Dean of Equity & Inclusion of Worcester Academy
I am a passionate educator who’s committed my life’s work to empowering students and families from underrepresented populations. My goal involves identifying and mitigating systemic barriers, promoting inclusivity, and fostering learning environments where each student…