Dave and Dr. Dawn Bozeman are philanthropists and civic leaders dedicated to strengthening communities and expanding opportunity through education, literacy, cultural arts, and disaster relief. As longtime supporters of organizations that improve lives, they are proud inaugural donors to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and actively invest in initiatives that create lasting impact.
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Dr. Dawn Bozeman, entrepreneur & philanthropist, serves on the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross Minnesota and Dakotas Region and is a member of the Tiffany Circle, a distinguished society of women leaders within the Red Cross. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Black Men Teach, where she advocates for increased teacher diversity and educational equity. A former K–12 School Board President, she has long championed inclusive leadership and student achievement. She is also a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Dr. Dawn Bozeman holds a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership and Innovation from Purdue University Global, an MBA from Millersville University, and a Bachelor of Science from Bradley University.
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Dave is President and Chief Executive Officer of C.H. Robinson and serves on several boards, including the 3M Company, the American Red Cross Board of Governors, The Brookings Institution, and The Conservation Fund. He is a member of The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) and a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. Dave previously served as Vice President of Amazon Transportation Services at Amazon and held senior leadership roles at Ford Motor Company, Caterpillar, Inc., and Harley-Davidson. He holds an Executive MBA from the Milwaukee School of Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science degree from Bradley University.
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Married for 33 years, Dave and Dawn are the proud parents of five children and enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends.

James is responsible for advancing equity and inclusion across the organization, as well as leading advocacy, government affairs, and community relations.
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His key focus areas include patient quality initiatives, organizational culture, and initiatives that address the social determinants of health for patients and families.
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He also leads efforts to foster community relations and accelerate engagement in government affairs to advocate for policies that positively impact the health and well-being of children.

Reggie Wilson is an award-winning multimedia sports journalist, most recently serving as Sports Director at KARE 11. He hails from the St. Louis/Southern Illinois area.
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He's covered sports in Cincinnati, Dayton, OH, and Western Kansas.
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Reggie graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism (M-I-Z), where he met his beautiful wife, Alexis. Together, they share a beautiful baby girl named Ayla. He's a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and the National Association of Black Journalists.
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I support Black Men Teach because students deserve schools that reflect who they are and affirm their identities. Black male teachers play a vital role in shaping belonging, aspiration, and opportunity in the classroom. Black Men Teach creates the conditions for Black male educators to thrive, and when they do, our children benefit. A complete, equitable education system is not possible without them.

Karla Henderson has served as President and CEO of Project for Pride in Living (PPL) since January 2025, leading the more than 50-year-old organization into its next chapter with an inspirational, collaborative, and empowering leadership style. She oversees a team of more than 200 high-performing individuals dedicated to creating pathways to housing stability and economic opportunity.
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Since stepping into the role, Karla has driven transformative growth, including the opening of four new housing developments in 2025—Union Park Flats, Opportunity Crossing, The Williams, and Simpson Community Shelter & Apartments. Under her leadership, PPL also launched RE-Seed, a new approach to equitable development powered by strong public and private partnerships. PPL also became one of GroundBreak Coalition's origination partners securing meaningful down payment assistance for emerging developers to expand access to generational wealth-building opportunities through the RE-Seed program.
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Karla first joined PPL in March 2024 as Senior Vice President of Housing Stability, bringing more than two decades of experience in advancing equity through community development, urban planning, and capital improvement. Before joining PPL, she served as Director of Community Development for the City of Bloomington, Minnesota. A proud Detroit native, Karla began her career after earning a bachelor’s degree in public resource management from Michigan State University and quickly emerged as a community leader, holding key roles such as Group Executive of Planning and Facilities for the City of Detroit and Director of Capital Investment and Buildings Administration for Wayne County, Michigan.
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Nationally recognized for her expertise in community development and affordable housing, Karla is often tapped to speak at major conferences and thought leadership forums. In 2026, she was named to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s PowerShift 25 list, honoring newly appointed business and non-profit leaders that the community needs to know. She currently serves on the boards of Land Bank Twin Cities and the Mall of America Community Foundation, and was the 2024–25 co-chair of Leadership Twin Cities, a MPLS Regional Chamber program.

Dr. Williams is the author, editor, and/or co-author of eleven books, including Call Him Jack: The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter; After Life: A Collective History of Loss and Redemption in Pandemic America; Rethinking the Black Freedom Movement; In Search of the Black Panther Party; and More Than a Dream: The Radical Roots of the March on Washington. He is also the co-author, with Michael Long, of the children’s adaptation of Jonathan Eig’s Pulitzer Prize-winning biography King: A Life, expanding access to the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for younger readers.
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In addition to his scholarship, Dr. Williams is deeply engaged in public history and media. He is a regular contributor to the History Channel and has appeared on numerous local and national radio and television programs, including ABC, CNN, MSNBC, Almanac, BET, and NPR. He was featured in the Ken Burns PBS documentary Jackie Robinson and the Stanley Nelson PBS documentary The Black Panthers. Most recently, he served as a historical consultant and co-creator of the PBS/Twin Cities Public Television documentary Paradox: Echoes of Police Reform, which examines the history of public safety and policing in Minneapolis.
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Dr. Williams’ scholarly articles have appeared in Insights on Law and Society (American Bar Association), The Organization of American Historians Magazine of History, The Black Scholar, The Journal of Black Studies, Pennsylvania History, Delaware History, The Journal of Civil and Human Rights, and The Black History Bulletin.

Jasmine Brett Stringer is an expert on workplace well-being and emotional agility, helping individuals and organizations thrive through practical, research-backed strategies. She is a dynamic keynote speaker, award-winning author, television personality, and Founder & CEO of Carpe Diem with Jasmine LLC.
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Known for her vibrant presence on stage and screen, Jasmine blends the science of positive psychology with lived experience and business insight to help people flourish at work and in life.

Jasmine’s energizing keynotes and workshops inspire audiences to lead with authenticity, reconnect to purpose, and cultivate the mindset and momentum needed for sustainable success. A flourishing expert and “Possibility Whisperer,” she raises the bar on well-being through her signature frameworks, which offer practical tools for overcoming overwhelm, building emotional agility, and strengthening workplace well-being and leadership effectiveness.
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Jasmine has partnered with leading organizations across sectors, including the Federal Reserve Bank, Land O’ Lakes, Airbnb, General Mills, Bayer, Mondelēz International, the American Heart Association, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, and the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management.
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A graduate of American University’s Kogod School of Business and a proud holder of a Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) from the University of Pennsylvania, Jasmine understands both the organizational landscape and the human needs that fuel peak performance. Her work equips teams and leaders to manage stress, foster inclusive and high-quality connections, and lead with resilience, especially during times of change and uncertainty.
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Jasmine’s excellence has been widely recognized. She was named the 2024 Member of the Year by the National Speakers Association–Minnesota Chapter, a Twin Cities Business “Minnesotan to Know,” a Twin Cities Fearless Woman, and a Girl Scouts Woman of Promise. Ebony Magazine honored her as one of its “30 Future Leaders Under 30.”
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Whether she’s speaking, appearing on morning television, coaching, or hosting a podcast, Jasmine doesn’t just speak—she sparks transformation. Her contagious enthusiasm and grounded wisdom leave audiences feeling seen, inspired, and ready to thrive.

Based in Minneapolis, Jasmine splits her time between city life and her family’s farm, where she lives with her husband and their beloved dog, Charlie.

Erika L. Binger’s commitment to equity, access to opportunities, and belief in the importance of listening to young people led her to establish V3 Sports, and the ensuing V3 Center, which elevates our community through wellness, fitness, and education.
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She knows God placed the vision in her heart.

Erika serves on several boards, as well as works on programming in Haiti and Montana. As a former Athletic Director and Coach, she understands the importance of mentorship, leadership, and high expectations—which she tries to reflect in her life.

V3 athletes consistently placed in the top at competitions, completed high school on time, and pursued higher education.

She seeks to bridge and provide collaborative solutions for systemic problems through centering people most impacted, and inspire hope in our collective ability to recognize one another’s strengths and build upon them.
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She’s represented Team USA at the international level in triathlon, aquathlon, and duathlon, and feels fortunate to be able to utilize sport to connect, create pathways, and continue to push young people towards holistic excellence.

Malik Rucker is a community-rooted leader and founding Executive Director of V3 Sports, a North Minneapolis nonprofit dedicated to elevating community through wellness, fitness, and education. A fifth-generation Northsider, he brings lived experience and vision to one of the Twin Cities’ most impactful community-driven developments.
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As V3 Sports’ first employee, Malik grew the organization from one person to more than 80 and led a $26 million capital campaign to open the V3 Center, a health and wellness facility with aquatics, fitness, youth spaces, and community partnerships. The project invested $5.8 million with Northside businesses, reinforcing local economic empowerment.

Phase II will expand the center to include a 50-meter Olympic pool and additional program space.
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Malik has been recognized by Twin Cities Business, MSP Business Journal, and BMe. He holds degrees from Western Michigan University and the University of North Texas.