The People Behind the Work

C. Marie is an accomplished leader, consultant, and advocate with a deep commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and justice. As the Founder and Principal of Equity Through Action, she brings over two decades of experience working with organizations to build equitable cultures and sustainable leadership practices. Her approach is rooted in her belief in the power of humanity, inclusion, growth, and action to drive systemic change. Her expertise spans nonprofit management, executive coaching, and JEDI training. C. Marie holds an M.B.A. in Nonprofit Management and is a sought-after speaker and thought leader in creating inclusive systems and practices that foster meaningful transformation.

Kameisha has dedicated her career to health, race, gender, and social justice, serving as a student, teacher, trainer, researcher, analyst, writer, advocate, and leader. Her expertise encompasses research, development, training, and technical assistance. She excels in guiding organizations to address challenges and implement sustainable, effective solutions, with extensive experience in social and health equity, conflict analysis and resolution, mental health, substance misuse, sexual health, and health disparities. Kameisha holds an M.A. in Sociology.

A Pacific Northwest native, Kalika brings more than two decades of education and leadership experience with a focus on upstream, equity-driven solutions. She is a restorative justice advocate who works at the personal, interpersonal, and structural levels, and she has helped shape local policy to address systemic oppression and build more inclusive communities.

Shari is a strategic human capital management and DEIB leader with 20+ years of experience partnering with executives, senior leaders, and teams to strengthen organizations from the inside out. She brings a keen understanding of the intersection between human resources, organizational culture, and strategy — helping clients build high-performing leaders and teams while cultivating equitable and inclusive cultures that honor the identities and experiences of team members. Shari holds an M.S. in Human Resource Management and is SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified.

Kelly is an executive coach, speaker, and business development strategist who helps leaders sharpen their message, strengthen their brand, and build relationships that drive results. A former Fortune 100 Vice President and corporate trainer with 25+ years of experience, she has held leadership roles with GE Capital, Kaiser Permanente, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, and has trained thousands of professionals across government, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. Kelly also serves as a coach with Goldman Sachs and is a certified public accountant (inactive). She holds a B.S. in Accounting from Virginia Commonwealth University.