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Joshua T. Smith, MTS, MA

President & Chief Executive Officer

Joshua T. Smith is the Founder and CEO of Joshua T. Smith Consulting and visioneer of Our Paz. A first-generation college graduate with advanced degrees in Religion, Theological Studies, and Heritage Studies, he serves on several boards and leads initiatives that advance Black heritage, research, and systemic equity.

Chelsea Kelland, Ph.D.

Chief Operating Officer & Chief Editor, Smith & Partners | Urban Research

Dr. Chelsea Kelland, a native of New Orleans, is a scientist, educator, and organizational leader whose work bridges biomedical research, community service, and professional consulting. She is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of California, Davis, where her research in immunology is complemented by her role as Student Scholar Liaison for the UC Davis MIND Institute’s GAP Program

Erroll Gardiner

Board Member/ General Manager

Native to Houston, Texas, Erroll S. Gardiner Jr. is a multifaceted professional whose career bridges the fields of hospitality, entertainment, and creative media. A graduate of Wiley College (Class of 2014) with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and a minor in Criminal Justice, Erroll combines strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with extensive professional experience.

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