Current Fellows

Current Fellows

Our Fellows join us from our own backyard and across the country, coming together to live, work, play, give and lead in Detroit for one year. These individuals are leaders and doers who are innovative, community-minded and have a passion for Detroit. With diverse backgrounds and expertise, they come together to give intellectually and support local nonprofits in moving their missions forward. Read their stories below.

  • Abraham Alzoubi
    Host CompanyClark Construction Company
  • Alexis Tyus
    Host CompanyOperations School
  • Ann Johnson
    Host CompanyDream of Detroit
  • Betty Hartwig
    Host CompanyDetroit Horse Power
  • Cole Jones
    Host CompanyOneMagnify
  • Drue Bender
    Host CompanyRegional Transit Authority
  • Hugh Tucker
    Host CompanyTeenHype
  • Izzy Redmond
    Host CompanyGreen Living Science
  • James Sirleaf
    Host Company313 Creative
  • Joelle Sanders
    Host CompanyAt Bat, Inc.
  • Kara Cohen
    Host CompanyWaitTime
  • Katelyn Ma
    Host CompanyE. Warren Development Corp
  • Kearney Miller
    Host CompanyDetroit Riverfront Conservancy
  • Kwesi Huffman
    Host CompanyLive6 Alliance
  • Nathan Kempinski
    Host CompanyE. Warren Development Corp
  • Neo Hopkins
    Host CompanyDetroit Economic Growth Corporation
  • Rachel Kowalczyk
    Host CompanySmithGroup
  • Roberto Paredes
    Host CompanyBrilliant Detroit
  • Romica Singh
    Host CompanyKingscott Associates
  • Russell Lin
    Host CompanyProsperUs Detroit
  • Shruti Nahar
    Host CompanySpalding DeDecker
  • Sydney Ponder
    Host CompanyCommunity & Home Supports, Inc.
  • Zack Bissell
    Host CompanyMichigan Community Resources

Senior Fellows

Senior Fellows are program alumni who went above and beyond in their program year. These individuals have been invited to return to Challenge Detroit in a fellow leadership capacity coordinating the efforts of the current fellowship class while also acting as peer mentors.

  • Brandi Keeler
    Senior Fellow - Interview Trip Lead Ambassador
  • Elizabeth Grabowski
    Senior Fellow - Design Coordinator
  • Ezekiel Harris
    Senior Fellow - Challenge Coordinator
  • Kenneth Andejeski
    Senior Fellow - Challenge Coordinator

Learn about our Alumni Fellows here.