Our Team
RPOP makes it a priority to hire staff and work with an advisory board that is representative of the community we serve. RPOP's work is led by a majority Black staff. Because of our range of unique skills, the RPOP team has been able to reach hundreds of Russell residents, businesses, faith leaders, and other community members.
Advisory Board Members
The Advisory Board is made up of Russell residents, business owners, community members, and partners. The Advisory Board participates in meetings and decision making and supports community engagement.

Ruth Daniels
Russell Resident

Rene Douglas
Southwick Community Center; Former Russell resident

Kevin L. Dunlap
Rebound Inc.

Mary Grissom
Community Foundation of Louisville

Haven Harrington III
Russell resident; Russell business owner

Alice K. Houston
HJI Solutions

CeCoyia Johnson
Byck Elementary School

Lyndon Pryor
Louisville Urban League

Paul Resch
Blacksmith Ironworks

David Shadburne
Park Community Credit Union
Our Team

Cassandra Webb
Director of Place of Promise Initiative (Cities United), Russell: A Place of Promise Co-Lead

Theresa Zawacki
Executive on Loan (Louisville Metro Government), Russell: A Place of Promise Co-Lead

Doneah Marshall
Administrative Support Specialist, Cities United

Daphne Walker
Communications Outreach Specialist, Cities United

Maya White
Consultant, Russell: A Place of Promise

Dr. Camara Douglas
Community Outreach Specialist, Cities United
Marcus Stubbs
Community Outreach Specialist, Cities United
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