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2024-2025
Board of Directors
The Konnection embodies the essence of my childhood...
The Konnection embodies the essence of my childhood: support, love, attention, fun, and excitement. With a solid family foundation, I aim to extend these blessings to every child I encounter. Their happiness and well-being are the driving force behind The Konnection.
Founder & CEO
Sharnese Harris
I have a heart for our Kommunity -- I can't abandon where I grew up..."
I'm born and raised in Detroit. I had a great childhood but longed for the day I could make an impact. Programming for the Konnection has been a dream come true. Seeing our kids excel after our programs is a joy.
Lenae Jefferson
Program Manager
Finance
Queen
Suzanne Marshall
CEO, Nanny on Wheels
Strategist
Sarah Marshall
CEO, Infinite Hair Growth
Konnector
DeAnte Thompkins
Market Director, Thrivent Financial
Creative
Tiffany Thomas
Senior Marketing Manager, RCX Sports
Problem
Solver
Brandi Haggins
VP of Opportunity Hubs, Life Remodeled
Innovative
Thinker
Gavin Marshall
Director of Logistics, Lear Corporation
Increase access to quality after school programs
Increase access to quality after school programs
Improve attendance rates
Improve math and reading scores
Improve graduation rates
Improve school climate / culture
No mission
is complete
without goals.
See our current goals and find out how you can support us.
2023-2024
Advisory Board
Kommittee
"My contributions are appreciated and my voice is heard -- mentoring helps the kids, but it's changed my life..."
- Danny
2024-2025
Administrative
Team
Jhonika Hawkins
Excel Marketing
Laurel Whalen
Wayne State University
Gail Perry Mason
Money Matters 4 Youth
Chris Economeas
Detroit Pistons
Imani Foster
482 Forward
Breyana Lowe
St. Jude Research Hospital
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Nando Felten
Google, Code Next Detroit
Seeing the impact of our work firsthand, I felt called to step into a greater role...
I started as a mentor with The Konnection, but I knew I wanted to do more. Seeing the impact of our work firsthand, I felt called to step into a greater role. As the Program Assistant, I carry the weight of our mission with pride, knowing that every connection we make transforms lives.
Program Assistant
Lydia Marshall
As a DPSCD student, I understand firsthand the importance of support...
As a DPSCD student, I understand firsthand the importance of support and mentorship in a young person’s life. That’s why I joined The Konnection team—to be a part of the impact. As a senior at East English Village Preparatory Academy, I’m excited to give back and help create meaningful experiences for students like me.
KaiLaunei Tripp
Intern
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