The Purpose

CHAIR

Kimberly Orange is a real estate entrepreneur, educator, and community advocate with a passion for service and empowerment. Born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, she is the Founder of KLR Real Estate, Inc., where she leads a full-service brokerage and development firm focused on residential and small commercial properties. Kimberly also serves as Adjunct Faculty at Stevenson University's School of Business and Leadership, where she mentors the next generation of business professionals.

A proud wife of a United States Army Veteran and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Kimberly is deeply committed to civic engagement and regularly volunteers with nonprofit organizations that support education, leadership, and economic equity.

She holds an MBA in Marketing from Loyola University Maryland, graduating with honors. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Drexel University and is a graduate of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute.

VICE CHAIR/TREASURER

Brandon Herbert is a dedicated father, educator, and advocate for educational equity. A proud Baltimore City native, he currently serves as the Director of Enrollment Management at the Church Farm School in Exton, Pennsylvania. Brandon is an alumnus of McDonogh School and a former collegiate athlete, earning full athletic scholarships to Binghamton University and the University of the District of Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. He later completed a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania.

With a student-centered and mission-driven approach, Brandon is committed to expanding access to quality education for all learners. He brings a deep understanding of admissions, mentorship, and educational leadership, grounded in his belief that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive.

SECRETARY

Kesha Levesque, RN, BSN, MBA/HCM is a highly experienced registered nurse and healthcare leader with more than 25 years of service in critical care. A Detroit native, she has specialized in Medical, Cardiovascular, and Pediatric Intensive Care, as well as dialysis and renal transplant care coordination. Her clinical experience spans top hospitals and acute care centers in Detroit, Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

For the past two decades, Kesha has served with Kaiser Permanente, the nation's largest managed care organization. In 2006, she assumed clinical leadership of the Renal Disease Management Program, where she has been instrumental in developing patient education initiatives and addressing health disparities—particularly those related to diabetes and hypertension in African American communities. Her leadership also helped drive the successful redesign of the Nephrology and Vascular Surgery departments in partnership with senior executives in California.

Kesha is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Nursing Science at the Medical University of South Carolina, with research focused on improving kidney transplant outcomes among historically underserved populations. She is an active member of the National Black Nurses Association and the National Kidney Foundation, and remains committed to advancing equity in healthcare through education, advocacy, and innovation.

MEMBER

Markita Respass is a dedicated mother and customer service professional with a passion for creativity and community. Born in Bayonne, New Jersey and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, she now resides in Columbia, South Carolina. Markita holds an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and currently works as a customer service representative for a Fortune 100 company, where she brings empathy, efficiency, and excellence to every interaction.

In her free time, Markita enjoys sewing, bird watching, and writing imaginative stories—interests that reflect her attention to detail and love for lifelong learning. She is committed to personal growth and using her voice and talents to inspire others.

Markita is the mother of our beloved Brittany K. Booker. ❤

MEMBER

A. Grace Fletcher is an accomplished attorney and community advocate with deep roots in real estate law and affordable housing development. Born in Massachusetts and raised in Alaska, she later made Baltimore her home while attending Morgan State University. Grace earned her law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law and has been a licensed attorney since 2004.

Grace co-founded Charm City Land Trusts, Inc. in 2000, a nonprofit affordable housing developer committed to preserving community ownership and combating displacement. She has also played a key role in advancing real estate education and career pathways. Grace helped launch the Commercial Real Estate Careers Program with CREW Baltimore (Commercial Real Estate Women) and has led anti-foreclosure workshops and title examination classes to empower individuals and strengthen communities.

She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., through which she continues her lifelong commitment to public service, equity, and leadership.

MEMBER

Denzell Walker is a passionate youth advocate and community leader currently serving as the Program Director for Project Pneuma. With a deep commitment to service, Denzell has dedicated his career to empowering Baltimore City’s youth. He spent five years with the Middle Grades Partnership, a program focused on reversing summer learning loss and preparing students for academic success in top high school institutions.

Denzell’s professional journey includes a full-time internship with BMe Community—the nation’s largest network of Black male entrepreneurs—and leadership roles in the private sector, including serving as a Supervisor at one of Bridgestone Retail Operations’ Top 100 service centers nationwide.

A graduate of the McDonogh School, Denzell earned a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications with a minor in Business from Susquehanna University, where he was recognized as the Most Outstanding Student in the Communications Department and earned Preseason All-American honors as a four-year varsity football player.

His commitment to leadership and community development is further demonstrated by his completion of the Practitioners Leadership Institute Fellowship through the Center for Urban Families and his graduation from the Bunting Neighborhood Leadership Program at the Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute.

MEMBER

Nikkia Pompey is a dedicated mother, wife, educator, and entrepreneur from Baltimore, Maryland. A proud graduate of Western High School, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business from Saint Leo University and a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Baltimore. With over 25 years of combined experience in education and business, Nikkia brings a passion for service, leadership, and lifelong learning to every endeavor. She is deeply committed to giving back and enjoys volunteering with nonprofit organizations that strengthen and uplift her community.