The Epicenter Team

Part of our commitment to serve entrepreneurs is to strategically place the right people in the right places to have the greatest impact. 

We have curated a team who will help our organization scale for growth, foster key relationships within our communities, connect founders to vital resources, and identify ways for entrepreneurs to get necessary tools to fuel their businesses. 

Meet the Team

  • Jessica Taveau

    President and CEO

  • Faith Choi

    Events and Engagement Manager

  • Fayre Crossley

    Chief Grants and Compliance Officer

  • Mike Davis

    Entrepreneur Support Manager

  • Russell Ingram

    Chief Operating Officer

  • Choya Johnson

    Capitl Programs Specialist

  • Kiesha Kelsey

    Director of Capital Programs

  • Olaf Schulz

    Director of Venture Development and Zeroto510

  • Nate Smith

    Director of Startup Services

  • Tonda Thomas

    Office Manger

  • Gillian Tinnin

    Community Associate

  • Jonel Turner

    Director of Marketing and Communications

  • Ashley Weaver

    Development Coordinator

Our Board of Directors

Kojo McLennon
Board Chair
Portfolio Manager, Private Equity & Real Assets
Gerber/Taylor Management Co.

Aarti Bowman
Development Director
Church Health Center of Memphis, Inc.

Gloria Boyland
Independent Director
Retired FedEx Executive

Kayla Graff
Co-founder and CEO
SweetBio

Lisa Rossmeyer Wade, OD, MPA
Director, Hayes Center for Practice Excellence
Southern College of Optometry

Alfred Washington
Owner and CEO
Top Notch Security

Spence Wilson, Jr., Treasurer
Principal
Kemmons Wilson Companies