Meet our people
Our human connections make NewRoot who and what we are today. Get to know more about our incredible, dedicated team.
Team
Our team is committed to community, curiosity, dignity and radical love. Learn more about what makes each individual tick.
Program Consultants
Our Internal Breakdown
Board of Directors
With the leadership of our Board of Directors, NewRoot continues to grow while remaining focused on serving youth and communities.
SHARON LINDSTROM
President, Business Partner Representative Protiviti Consulting
JOHN HEIBERGER
Treasurer, Business Partner Representative CIBC
ANGELA COBB
Vice President, Business Partner Representative First Gen Partners LLC
MARIA TEAL
Secretary, Business Partner Representative Handshake
LINDSAY CHIM
Business Partner Representative, Right Management
HAROLD MAYS
Business Partner Representative Illinois Department of the Lottery
RODNEY THOMAS
Business Partner Representative Surge Institute
NICOLE WILLIAMS
Business Partner Representative DEI UChicago Lab School