ANALYTICS PROGRAM MANAGER

DeNisha Malone is a Data and Artificial Intelligence professional at Microsoft. Known as the Power BI Queen, she has traveled globally for 10 years helping organizations adopt reporting strategies to make better business decisions.

She is the founder of Thinkers and Doers, a Memphis-based company driving real-world impact by mentoring students in Data and AI and onboarding them into paid work with local nonprofits and small businesses.

VP OF OPERATIONS

BIO COMING SOON

FOUNDER & LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER / FILMAKER

Kristopher Tabor is a Memphis-based photographer, filmmaker, and creative entrepreneur known for capturing meaningful moments and helping individuals and organizations tell their stories through visual media. His work spans corporate, private events, and weddings, where he focuses on creativity, service, and consistency in delivering high-quality results.

Beyond his client work, Kristopher is passionate about mentorship, leadership, and personal development. He regularly engages with students through offering insight into entrepreneurship, financial awareness, and building a sustainable career.

Kris brings a practical and thoughtful perspective on growth, decision-making, and navigating early career paths. He is committed to creating space for honest conversation and encouraging students to think critically, explore opportunities, make intentional decisions about their future.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Chris has been the Director of Operations at Aurora Collegiate Academy for the last three school years, and has spent nearly seven years working in education. In her current role, she focuses on building strong, innovative systems that helps the school run effectively and better serve students and families.

She has led key initiatives including securing over $40,000 in federal funding to improve technology access and reimagining the school’s marketing and recruitment strategies to reach more students and families in meaningful ways.

A finalist for the New Memphis Educator of Excellence Award, Chris earned her BA from Georgetown University and an MS.Ed from Johns Hopkins University. Originally from Georgia, she came to Memphis through Teach For America with the goal of making a difference in the lives of students—and years later, that commitment continues to drive her work.

CAREER READINESS SPECIALIST

Lindsey Grill is a Career Readiness Specialist at the University of Memphis who is a dedicated advocate for human development and student success. With a professional journey spanning training and development, higher education, teaching, and psychology, Lindsey focuses on the human element of leadership to help individuals unlock their potential through intentional mentorship and innovative programming.

Lindsey is currently pursuing a Master’s in Human Resource Development at Clemson University with plans to continue her studies in a Doctorate of Adult Education. Driven by her deep roots in Memphis, Lindsey is dedicated to cultivating a local culture of growth that empowers the city’s next generation of leaders to excel on any stage.