Envision Consulting Recruits Executive Director for The Children’s Collective
November 11, 2024 – Pasadena, CA-based search firm Envision Consulting has helped to recruit Charles Lee-Johnson as the new executive director of The Children’s Collective Inc., a non-profit human services corporation dedicated to the health and development of the youth and families of South Los Angeles. “The Children’s Collective’s staff and clients are excited to welcome Dr. Lee-Johnson as our new executive director,” said Jackie Kimbrough, whose 51-year career as founder and director has led to the organization’s success. “His experience strengthening family dynamics will be a tremendous asset as he continues The Children’s Collective’s mission of improving life outcomes for children, youth and adults.”
Motivational speaker, author and trainer, Dr. Lee-Johnson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to The Children’s Collective Inc.’s organization. As an LA native, he steps into this position with a heartfelt commitment to serve the very community that helped shape him.
“It is both an honor and a privilege to return to the community that raised me,” said Dr. Lee-Johnson. “I am eager to provide hope, leadership, and support to the families and children of South Los Angeles. I look forward to continuing the transformational work of Dr. Jackie Kimbrough and expanding The Children’s Collective’s services to enhance education, foster deeper community engagement, and tackle poverty alleviation. It truly takes a village, and I’m excited to be a part of this extraordinary journey.”
Among his many accomplishments, Dr. Lee-Johnson was named the 2010 Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers Region H, worked with the Office of the First Lady for the Helping America’s Youth Conference series and spent time doing international family and youth outreach in Nigeria. He is the founding pastor of The Life Church Riverside. Dr. Lee-Johnson also serves as CEO of the National Family Life and Education Center.
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Since 1972, The Children’s Collective Inc. has been improving the lives of the families of South LA by, “providing high quality, comprehensive, educational and family support services.” The collective serves approximately 5,000 LA residents annually at 13 different locations.
Former Non-Profit Leaders
Envision Consulting is a minority-owned firm specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, its partners and consultants are former non-profit executive leaders who now use their collective experience and inspiration to uplift non-profits and the communities they serve. Envision Consulting’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is integrated into its practices, including inclusive surveys and stakeholder interviews, focus groups, structured hiring processes, and a focus on anti-biased decision making.
Envision Consulting Recruits CEO for Aviva
Envision Consulting recently placed Amber Rivas as president and CEO for Aviva in Los Angeles. This follows the recent retirement of Regina Bette, who served as in the top role for 11 years. The appointment of Ms. Rivas comes after an extensive search and recruitment process led by board chair Jonathan Werner and the search committee, in conjunction with Envision Consulting. “We are very excited to welcome Amber Rivas as the next leader of Aviva,” said Mr. Werner. “Amber will carry on Aviva’s legacy of transformative programming to improve the lives of youth and families in our community. Her leadership experience, skills, and passion for serving youth and families in the Los Angeles community makes her the leader we’ve been looking for.”
Envision Consulting was founded by Matt Kamin and Allison Fuller in 2006. Mr. Kamin, managing partner, has been working and volunteering in the non-profit world for over 18 years. He previously served as executive director of Palisades Emergency Residence Corp. in New York, Children’s Nature Institute in Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Youth Network in Hollywood. Mr. Kamin has also been a consultant to organizations serving populations ranging from disabled adults, domestic violence, children in non-public schools, and the geriatric community. He is co-founder of Youth for Charity, an organization bringing together teens of different faiths to raise awareness for families living in poverty, as well as founder of Eleventh Commandment, which has grown into JQ International.
Ms. Fuller, managing partner, has worked in the non-profit sector for more than a decade. Her interest in non-profits began as a volunteer, leading her to co-founding her own charitable organization. In the non-profit sector, she has held numerous staff and executive leadership positions, including executive director. As a former escrow officer, Ms. Fuller brings extensive planning and logistical experience into overseeing many aspects of management organization, contract administration, strategic planning, and operations. In addition, as a graphic designer and web marketer, she brings in unique talents to non-profits, expanding resources and efficiency while substantially increasing fundraising revenues. She also has a passion for helping youth and has worked with several major non-profit organizations, including Autism Speaks, YWCA, and Step Up Women’s Network.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
