Dr. Stephanie Brooks brings over 25 years of academic leadership from Drexel University, where she served as senior associate dean and professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions.

Her career spans clinical, academic, and advisory roles, with a focus on health equity, interdisciplinary education, and family therapy. She holds a PhD in Couples and Family Therapy from Drexel University, an MSW from the University of Pennsylvania, and a psychology degree from William Paterson University. Dr. Brooks is a licensed clinician and an active leader in national mental health and therapy organizations.

Josh is an experienced staff accountant with years of bookkeeping and accounting experience. He holds an associate degree in applied business and accounting and is pursuing his bachelor's in accounting and financial management with a minor in management at Hiram College.

Josh has worked with both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, specializing in financial statement preparation, budget forecasting, and grant revenue recognition.

Outside of work, Josh is a lifelong swimmer who also enjoys skimboarding, paddleboarding, and kayaking.

Al leads the Cuyahoga County Fatherhood Initiative, a nationally recognized program he developed and has managed since its launch. Under his leadership, the initiative has secured millions in funding and built strong partnerships across local, state, and national levels.

Previously, he held management roles at BP America and General Motors. He holds a B.A. in Business Administration from Ohio Northern University and completed executive training at Case Western Reserve’s Weatherhead School of Management.

A proud father of two daughters, Mr. Grimes remains active in the community through organizations like United Way and the United Negro College Fund.

Joanne Montagner Hull is a CPA with more than 40 years of experience helping organizations improve profitability and operational effectiveness. She works across sectors, from Fortune 500 companies to community nonprofits, combining financial expertise with communication and team development.

Since 1996, she has operated her own consulting firm in Ohio, providing training in financial management, strategic planning, board governance, and staff development. Joanne is a certified Executive Coach, a Jubilee Fellow, and a trainer for BoardSource. Her clients include the Cleveland Housing Network, Disney, Motown Records, and the Cleveland Foundation.

At over 95-years-old, Alice McGinty brings a lifetime of wisdom and purpose to her role as Public Relations Lead. A gifted storyteller with deep roots in community outreach, Alice helps amplify our mission to teach CMSD scholars how to swim.

Though she never learned to swim due to segregation-era barriers, Alice now works to ensure today’s children don’t face the same exclusion. Her passion for justice, safety, and education drives her advocacy and reminds us all of the power of perseverance and giving back.

Desiree leads the combined department of Athletics, Student Activities, Health, and Physical Education for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, overseeing programs that span K–12 health curriculum, high school athletics, middle school sports, and extracurriculars like Esports and chess.

She began her career in recreation and youth development with the City of Cleveland, later serving in leadership roles at the Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District and Cleveland Heights High School. Since joining CMSD in 2006, she has advanced through several roles, becoming Executive Director in 2018.