Luis A. Lopez was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Luis is an accomplished professional with a diverse background spanning 18 years in the field of Market Research. Recently, Luis transitioned into the healthcare industry and is currently working as a Radiologic Technologist at Advocate Aurora Illinois Masonic Hospital, where he combines his analytical skills with a compassionate approach to patient care. Luis attended and graduated from Malcolm X College.

Angela M. Lopez was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Angela is a dedicated and experienced educator with over 20 years of service in the Chicago Public School system. Throughout her career, she has positively impacted the lives of countless students, fostering their academic growth and personal development. With a passion for supporting struggling learners, Angela currently serves as an interventionist, providing targeted instruction and individualized support to students in need. Angela's unwavering commitment to education and her students has made her a respected figure in the education community. Angela holds a bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from National Louis University.

Craig Solomon a Chicago native is currently the Executive Director of Wesley Child Care Center since 2013. Craig brings over three decades of relevant experience from both the public and private sectors of education. Craig previously held a senior level administrative/management position with the Chicago Public Schools as Assistant to the Board of Trustees and was also Senior Vice-President of a private consulting firm specializing in the education sector focused clients. Craig holds a bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Psychology from National-Louis University.

Nicholas Trotter a native of Meridian, MS and resides in Chicago, IL. Nick is currently the Vice President of Regional Sales for Grainger overseeing the Midwest region. Nick joined Grainger in 2013 as a District Sales Manager leading the Commercial Sales team. Nick has since held several other roles within the organization including District Sales Manager-Manufacturing, Director of Sales- Manufacturing, and Regional Sales Vice President-Field Sales. Nick holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from The University of Southern Mississippi.

Alessandra born and raised in Chicago, IL. is a passionate driven undergraduate student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she is pursuing a major in psychology with a concentration in Behavioral Neuroscience. Alongside her academic pursuits, she holds the prestigious position of President of the university's 2XS dance team. With her passion for both psychology and dance, Alessandra demonstrates her ability to balance academic excellence with her leadership and artistic talents. Her commitment to her studies and her dedication to the dance team highlight her strong work ethic, discipline, and ability to thrive in diverse environments.

Emma born and raised in Chicago, IL. is a high school junior who exemplifies excellence both in the classroom and on the basketball court. As an honor student, she consistently demonstrates her intellectual curiosity and dedication to academic success. Additionally, Emma's commitment to her varsity basketball team showcases her athleticism, teamwork, and competitive spirit. With her strong work ethic and passion for both academics and sports, Emma is a role model for her peers and is poised for continued success in all her endeavors.