Get to know us
The goal of the Connection Crew Leadership Lab is to cultivate a diverse pipeline of empowered youth and emerging community leaders who possess the skills, confidence, and social capital necessary to improve their own economic mobility and contribute to positive systems-level change within their communities.
Zerlina Smith with Brandi Holmes
Brandi Holmes and Tammie Vinson, President AFT Black Caucus- Chicago
Crystal Good, Ana Ortega and Carlos Salguero
Crystal Goods and Brandi Holmes
Crystal, Ana, Carlos and Brandi enjoying a Halloween Celebration
Brandi Holmes and Congressman Danny Davis
Brandi Holmes and Representative La Shawn Ford
Our mission
To enable adolescents and adults with cognitive challenges and behavioral health requirements via inclusive socialization and community integration initiatives
Our vision
A community where people of all abilities are socially connected, supported, and valued.
Our values
Inclusivity and Accessibility
Fairness and Respect
Trauma-Informed Approach
Collaboration within the Community
Responsibility and Openness
Our team
Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Brandi Holmes, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from architecture to interior design and sales.
Brandi Holmes, MPA
Founder / ceo connection crew
Michelle Beard, MSW, LSW, MA
Director of Community Support Team
Daven Crump, MSW
bOARD MEMEBER
Ana Ortega
Lead Coordinator 1: Adult Day Program for Cognitive Development
Sarena Rozier
Lead Case Manager for Adult Day Program for Cognitive Development
Carlos Salguero
Office Administrator
Conrad Holmes
IT Manager
Zerlina A. Smith
Board member
