About Ivonne Simms (she/her)

Ivonne has over 20 years of comprehensive experience developing strong programs and relationships to expand educational access to historically underserved communities. In addition, she has a talent for teaching that has translated successfully from middle school math, to adult GED classes, to freshman seminar at a community college.

After relocating to Atlanta, Ivonne took a role with a non-profit that really allowed her to grow and flourish. As regional manager she was the face and voice in the Southeast, setting the tone for their work with over 30 independent schools, numerous partner organizations, and over 500 families annually. She relished in supporting students and their families through their educational journey, and the organization enjoyed tremendous growth under her leadership. Ivonne is excited to use her natural gift for connecting with people to train nonprofit leaders with Candid. She is particularly interested in creating equitable practices that will help under resourced organizations doing impactful work. Making the world better has always been a motivation in her work.

Ivonne holds degrees from Boston University and Baruch College. When she isn't exploring new restaurants, singing, or hanging out with her family, you are sure to find her on the tennis court competing, or just enjoying the game with friends.

About Rachel Wyley (she/her)

Rachel Wyley is the Founder and CEO of Culture Kinesis, a coaching firm that supports individuals and organizations to do the work of cultural reimagination. Rachel began her nonprofit career as an educator in East Oakland; an experience that cemented her commitment to and love of community. Before launching Culture Kinesis, she served as Executive Director for two Bay Area nonprofit organizations, where she led regional fundraising, managed racially and experientially diverse Boards, and empowered teams to achieve critical outcomes for communities. Rachel attributes her successes in both arenas to preliminary investment in envisioning and installing a legacy-oriented culture.  

About Katiti Crawford

Katiti Crawford is Donor Engagement Director at SFJAZZ, and has more than 19 years of fundraising experience, specializing in major gifts, special projects, and legacy giving. Prior to joining SFJAZZ, Ms. Crawford held the positions of Director of Development, Campaign Director, Capital and Major Gifts Director, and Major and Planned Gifts Officer. She has raised major gifts for Earthjustice, Planned Parenthood, San Francisco State University, Grand Teton Music Festival, and YWCA, and has a background in financial services and advertising sales. She studied Literature at Vassar College, is a member of the Northern California Planned Giving Council, and has a deep abiding love for one of America’s most important indigenous art forms, jazz.  

About Anjali Englund (she/her)

About Christal Cherry (she/her)

Christal M. Cherry, The Board Pro, worked 23 years as a nonprofit fundraiser. Now as the Principal and CEO of The Board Pro, she is jazzed about board training and development. Her experiences include sound governance, fired-up fundraising, strategic recruitment and diversity, equity and belonging.

Christal earned an MA from Hampton University, and a BA from Hofstra University. She is a certified leadership coach and board consultant with Board Source. Christal founded Fabulous Female Fundraisers Inc. and serves as the Chair of the Board of Directors. In 2020, she was a contributing author of Collecting Courage. In 2021 she authored a children’s book, Mac and Cheez, Being Different is Okay.