Los Angeles is a region of scale — sprawling, sector-diverse, and shaped by systems that don’t always talk to each other. Coro’s Lead Fellowship program exists to help professionals make sense of that complexity: to understand how decisions move through the region’s civic, business, and community institutions, and to build the adaptive leadership skills needed to act within them. Over nine months, part-time, Lead LA brings together professionals from across sectors to sharpen their leadership practice while going deeper into the institutions that shape Greater Los Angeles.
Meet the newest cohort of Lead LA fellows and see the range of organizations and sectors they’re bringing into the room this year.
Meet the Lead Fellowship Los Angeles cohort
Adriana Avila
Associate Director
Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Healthy Habits
Adriana is the Associate Director of the Healthy Habits Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she oversees a school-based program that promotes nutrition, physical activity, and healthy lifestyles for children and families throughout Los Angeles. In her role, she leads program planning and implementation, supervises a team of health educators, and collaborates with schools and community partners to expand the program’s impact. Outside of work, Adriana enjoys spending time with her husband and young daughter and creating family adventures together.
Through Lead LA, Adriana hopes to broaden her leadership perspective, build meaningful relationships across sectors, and strengthen her ability to create lasting community impact.
Alicia Katz
Manager
The CW/Nexstar Media, Marketing Solutions & Brand Partnerships
Alicia is an Emmy-nominated media executive and creative strategist with 20+ years of experience developing purpose-driven content, integrated marketing campaigns, and community engagement initiatives for leading entertainment and media companies. Most recently, at The CW Network/Nexstar Media, she orchestrates the successful delivery of integrated brand partnerships across the network’s entertainment and sports portfolio, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, multiplatform marketing campaigns and custom content for national advertisers. Previously, Alicia led Corporate Social Responsibility for Disney Entertainment, creating award-winning social impact campaigns across Disney’s television and streaming portfolio. She has also advised nonprofit and corporate partners through her consulting practice.
Through this program, Alicia hopes to further strengthen her leadership skills and deepen her understanding of the challenges and opportunities shaping the region so she can create even greater community impact.
Amber Angel
Program Officer
ECMC Foundation
Amber leads a portfolio of grants focused on improving parenting student success through data, research, and cross-sector collaboration that advances family well-being. With more than a decade of experience spanning higher education and philanthropy, Amber is committed to expanding educational and economic opportunities for parenting students.
Prior to joining ECMC Foundation, she worked at the Los Angeles Community College District for 10 years, building partnerships and connecting students with academic, workforce, and family-support resources. She has presented nationally on student parent success and two-generation approaches to higher education.
A former student parent herself, Amber is passionate about systems change that helps families thrive. Through Coro, she hopes to strengthen her leadership capacity, deepen her understanding of Los Angeles’ civic landscape, and build relationships with diverse leaders working to create a more equitable and thriving region.
Cairo Rodriguez
Senior Field Deputy
City of Los Angeles Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky, Office of Council District 5
Cairo serves as a Senior Field Deputy for Los Angeles City Council District 5, where he works closely with residents, neighborhood organizations, City departments, and community partners to address local issues and improve quality of life. Originally from Managua, Nicaragua, Cairo is passionate about public service, building relationships, and finding practical solutions to complex challenges. His work focuses on constituent services, public safety, homelessness, transportation, and community engagement. Before joining District 5, he served in other City Council offices, gaining valuable experience in local government and neighborhood advocacy.
Cairo believes leadership starts with listening, treating people with respect, and following through on commitments. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and following soccer, baseball, basketball, and football. He is excited to learn from and contribute to the Coro fellowship.
Carolina Martinez Orozco
Senior Manager of School Talent
Partnership for Los Angeles Schools
Carolina is the Senior Manager of School Talent at the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools. In her role, she supports teacher recruitment, hiring, and retention efforts across a network of 20 Los Angeles Unified schools, working closely with school leaders to meet staffing needs. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, exploring national parks, reading, and traveling to new places.
Through Coro, she hopes to learn from leaders across sectors, gain new perspectives and strategies, and further develop the leadership skills needed to create a broader impact in education.
Christian Quijano
Director of Data & Analytics
Downtown Women's Center
Christian is the Director of Data Analytics at Downtown Women’s Center, where he transforms data into actionable insights that support housing stability, equity, and organizational learning. His work focuses on connecting program, operational, and financial data to strengthen decision-making and improve outcomes for women and survivors of violence experiencing homelessness.
Throughout his career, Christian has worked across housing and homelessness, community mental health, workforce development, philanthropy, evaluation, and equity initiatives. He is passionate about helping organizations use data, innovation, and technology to address complex social challenges and create meaningful change.
Outside of work, Christian enjoys distance running, exploring nature, karaoke, and lifelong learning. Through Coro, he hopes to deepen his understanding of Los Angeles’ most pressing issues, build relationships across sectors, and strengthen his ability to connect people, ideas, and resources to create lasting change.
Crystal Tsoi
Deputy Director
Los Angeles Parks Foundation
Crystal is the Deputy Director of the Los Angeles Parks Foundation, where she develops strategic partnerships, aligns philanthropic and corporate investments with community priorities, and oversees the Foundation’s fiscal sponsorship program. She works across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to connect resources with projects that expand access to parks, recreation, and environmental stewardship throughout Los Angeles.
Born and raised in LA, Crystal’s leadership approach is grounded in community organizing principles she developed while attending college in Chicago and strengthened during a decade working in New York City’s philanthropic sector. After returning home, she has focused on building partnerships that create lasting public impact for Angelenos.
Outside of work, Crystal is passionate about civic engagement, urban parks, environmental sustainability, and volunteerism. Through Lead LA,, she hopes to deepen her understanding of LA’s landscape and build relationships that advance citywide collaboration.
Daniel Salas
Associate
The Croner Company
Daniel is an Associate at The Croner Company, a boutique firm providing compensation expertise for America’s largest foundations, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations. He advises foundation and nonprofit leaders on compensation strategy, from executive and board pay benchmarking to organization-wide salary structures, helping clients build systems that are competitive, transparent, and equitable. Daniel holds an MPH from UC Berkeley in Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health, where his research centered on economic justice and safety net programs for low-income families.
Outside of work, he teaches indoor cycling at CycleBar and stays civically engaged through phone banking, canvassing, and raising awareness on issues he is passionate about. Daniel hopes Lead LA will sharpen his civic leadership skills, connect him with a network of changemakers across sectors, and help him build toward his long-term goal of public service and elected office.
Darnell Parker II
Architectural Design and Urban Planning Professional
Darnell Parker II is an architectural design and urban planning professional and founder of a nonprofit introducing youth to architecture, engineering, and planning, currently based in Los Angeles and originally from Milwaukee. He holds an MBA from Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School, a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, and dual master’s degrees in Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Tech. His professional responsibilities include contributing to healthcare, housing, K–12, aviation, and mid- to high-rise projects, while pursuing architectural licensure and planner certification in California.
His civic and extracurricular commitments include active involvement in professional organizations such as AIA Los Angeles and APA Los Angeles, SoCALNOMA and his nonprofit. Through the Lead Fellowship program, he hopes to strengthen his leadership, collaboration, and civic engagement skills to advance more inclusive, community-centered design.
David Solis Neri
Community Schools Coordinator
Ednovate – USC South LA College Prep
David serves as the Community Schools Coordinator at USC South LA College Prep, supporting the implementation of a Community Schools Initiative that repositions the school as a neighborhood anchor – not just an academic institution. Alongside the school’s community schools team, he builds systems that bring student, family, and community partner voices into real decision-making.
David’s leadership is defined by cross-sector thinking. This past year, he supported the successful launch of Ednovate’s 5K Run PMC in South Los Angeles – convening school staff, community organizations, the local neighborhood council, and the City Councilmember’s Office to link city resources to local wellness needs. He is drawn to Coro’s Fellowship because the challenges facing South LA are too interconnected for single-sector solutions, and he seeks to lead with the cross-sector fluency that turns community schools into engines of broader civic change.
Deborah Hong
Community Relations Manager
Los Angeles Dept of Water and Power, Communications and Community Affairs
Deborah serves as Community Relations Manager at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, the nation’s largest municipal utility. In this role, she leads community outreach efforts that build public understanding of LADWP programs, major initiatives, and long term infrastructure investments. She oversees engagement with neighborhood councils, public groups, and community-based organizations, while shaping strategic communications that support high impact projects, policy updates, and emergency response operations. Her work also centers on fostering cross divisional collaboration to align messaging, strengthen transparency, and resolve community concerns with clarity and accountability.
Through Lead LA, she hopes to deepen her regional leadership capacity, broaden her cross-sector perspective, and refine the skills needed to navigate complex civic challenges.
Deirdra Boykin
Deirdra leads efforts to promote public awareness of her organization’s programs, services, and community initiatives. In her role, she manages media relations, responds to press inquiries, and coordinates special events and community engagement activities, including partnerships with elected officials, community organizations, and stakeholders.
Passionate about public service, Deirdra is committed to strengthening connections between government and the communities it serves. Outside of work, she enjoys outdoor activities and exploring opportunities that promote personal growth and community well-being.
Through the Lead LA Program, Deirdra hopes to learn from leaders across both the public and private sectors, gain new perspectives on leadership, and better understand how organizations are adapting to emerging technologies, evolving workplace cultures, and the changing needs of the communities they serve. She looks forward to building meaningful relationships with fellow participants and learning from their diverse experiences.
Elisa Perez
Associate Director of Strategic Communications and Learning
Community Initiatives
Elisa is the Associate Director of Strategic Communications and Learning at Community Initiatives, a national fiscal sponsor supporting 170 projects across diverse issue areas including arts, education, environment, health, and social justice. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, Elisa leads the organization’s internal and external communications strategy and learning initiatives, and partners with fiscally sponsored projects to strengthen their communications practices. Moved by the recent wildfires, Elisa volunteers with the Junior League of Pasadena to support community care and recovery efforts. She is most animated by the intersections between government, philanthropy, business, and community-based organizations co-creating lasting change.
Elisa is a Coro Women in Leadership alumna and a member of The Communications Network, the National Network of Fiscal Sponsors, and Southern California Grantmakers. Through Lead LA, she hopes to build a peer community of leaders committed to serving LA’s civic landscape.
Jarrett Thompson
Transportation Director
City of Los Angeles Councilwoman Yaroslavsky (District 5)
Jarrett is the Transportation Director for Los Angeles City Council District 5, where he works on the Council Office’s transportation policy portfolio and serves as one of the Councilwoman’s deputies to the LA Metro Board. In these roles, he works with City departments, regional agencies, community organizations, and residents to advance transportation projects, improve mobility, and address neighborhood concerns across Los Angeles. Before serving as Transportation Director, Jarrett held several roles in the Council Office focused on transportation, field operations, and constituent services, giving him a broad perspective on local government and public engagement.
Outside of work, he enjoys gardening, DIY projects, and exploring history. Through the Coro Fellowship, Jarrett hopes to broaden his leadership perspective, learn from leaders across sectors, and build lasting relationships that strengthen his ability to serve Los Angeles.
Jon Abelson
Regional Sector Leader
Stantec
Jon is a Regional Sector Leader and licensed Civil Engineer with Stantec, based in the firm’s Pasadena office. He leads multidisciplinary teams delivering water resources, stormwater, ecosystem restoration, and climate resilience projects throughout Southern California. His work focuses on helping communities address challenges related to water supply reliability, flooding, environmental restoration, and aging infrastructure through collaborative and innovative infrastructure solutions.
Outside of work, Jon enjoys spending time on the water, exploring California’s coastline, backpacking in the Sierra Nevada, traveling, and gardening. Through Coro, he hopes to broaden his understanding of regional issues, strengthen his leadership skills, and build relationships with leaders from diverse sectors working to create more sustainable and resilient communities.
Julio Casillas-Alfaro
Budget and Grants Analyst II
Southern California Association of Governments
Julio is a Budget and Grants Analyst II at the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). He helps make sure the money behind the region’s housing and transportation plans actually reaches the people it’s meant to serve. He builds budgets. He keeps federal grants in compliance. And he turns broad agency priorities into real funding decisions. Before SCAG, he managed a $200M federal grant portfolio for the Los Angeles Continuum of Care, work rooted in a simple belief: behind every line item is a person.
Julio earned his Master of Public Policy and Master of Social Welfare at UCLA. He stays grounded through labor advocacy, immigrant rights work, and community organizing across LA. He joined Coro Lead LA for the part of leadership he cares about most, which is bringing people who disagree into the same room and moving them somewhere together.
Kasie Hervey
Deputy of Constituent Engagement
Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell
As Deputy of Constituent Engagement in Supervisor Mitchell’s office, Kasie is dedicated to strengthening connections between government and the communities it serves. Her professional background as a social worker and advocate has centered on empowering individuals, advancing equity, and helping residents navigate systems and resources that improve quality of life. Kasie is passionate about community building, civic engagement, and creating meaningful opportunities for residents to have their voices heard.
Through Coro’s Lead LA program, Kasie hopes to deepen her leadership skills, learn best practices from accomplished leaders across sectors, and gain new perspectives on addressing complex community challenges. She is equally excited to learn from her fellow cohort members, build lasting relationships, and apply the insights and tools gained through the program to better serve her community and strengthen collaborative leadership throughout Los Angeles.
Kelly Duran, MHA, PMP
Senior Manager, Operations
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center (MHA, PMP)
Kelly is Senior Manager of Operations at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, where she leads strategic initiatives spanning healthcare operations, facilities, operational transformation, patient experience, and volunteer services. She partners with multidisciplinary teams to deliver capital improvement projects, redesign workflows, implement innovative technologies, and create more efficient, welcoming healthcare environments. Kelly is passionate about community engagement, mentorship, leadership development, and designing spaces and experiences that positively impact patients, staff, and the community. She believes thoughtful leadership, creativity, and collaboration can transform organizations and strengthen communities.
Through the Lead LA Fellowship, Kelly hopes to expand her civic leadership, build meaningful cross-sector relationships, and collaborate with diverse leaders to develop innovative solutions that improve quality of life and create lasting, equitable change throughout the Los Angeles region.
Lina Kaisey
Principal
Kaisey Law PC
Lina is the founding attorney of Kaisey Law PC, a Los Angeles plaintiff-side litigation firm focused on consumer protection, unfair competition, data privacy, algorithmic fairness, and civil rights. She currently represents California rideshare drivers, university students, app users, fire survivors, and consumers in state and federal courts nationwide. She also advises emerging-technology companies, social enterprises, and civil-society organizations on cross-border transactions, intellectual property, privacy, and governance. Previously, Lina managed major domestic and international transactions at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, researched responsible data governance at the MIT Media Lab, and served as a field advocate for migrants with Advocates Abroad.
Outside her practice, she mentors nonprofit leaders and participates in California’s arts and civic communities as a cellist and recording artist. Through Coro’s Lead Fellowship, Lina looks forward to building working relationships across sectors and thinking through coalition-based approaches to community problems alongside new peers and mentors.
Marco Schneebalg
Policy and Strategy Manager
LA County Department of Economic Opportunity
Marco is Strategy and Policy Manager at LA County’s Department of Economic Opportunity, leading economic development strategies and responses to Board of Supervisors policy motions, furthering the department’s mission to create quality jobs, grow responsible businesses, and build vibrant communities. He moved to LA after 10+ years in economic policymaking at the Bank of England in London and Federal Reserve in DC, where he led cross-departmental teams shaping post-Brexit financial regulation and overseeing Citibank’s $1 trillion UK operations.
Originally from Brussels, he holds a Master’s in Economics from Cambridge and founded non-profits advancing human rights and diversifying economics education. He now enjoys exploring LA’s playgrounds, public transit, and beaches with his two young kids. Marco is hoping to build a public service career in LA, and sees the fellowship as a great way to deepen his grasp of LA’s civic infrastructure, sharpen his leadership practice, and connect with fellow changemakers.
Molly Jones Lopez
Clinical Coordinator
Para Los Niños, Family Services
Molly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years serving individuals and families in community-based settings. She specializes in child welfare and community mental health, providing culturally responsive, relationship-based care. As Clinical Coordinator at Para Los Niños, she leads a team of social workers in a home visiting program serving families across Metro North and South LA. The program supports families facing challenges like mental health, substance use, and domestic violence with the goal of strengthening families. Molly guides the team using motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and reflective practice.
Originally from San Diego, Molly is a proud UCLA Bruin and earned her graduate degree from the Columbia University School of Social Work in NYC. As a biliterate English-Spanish clinician, she is committed to building meaningful connections with the communities she serves. Outside of work, Molly enjoys reading literary fiction and spending time at the beach.
Monique Murad
Founder and Principal
Murad Global Advisory LLC
Monique is the Founder and Principal of Murad Global Advisory LLC, a consulting practice focused on helping government, nonprofits, and foundations design effective strategies, mobilize resources, and deliver measurable results. Her practice draws on nearly two decades as a USAID Foreign Service Officer, where she directed 60+ projects across 40 countries, building resilient teams in high-stakes environments and advancing governance, community safety, and peace. A Pasadena native returning to the LA area after 20 years abroad, she is eager to bring her expertise and passion to the civic challenges closest to home, including community safety, equitable recovery, and civic engagement.
Outside of work, she recharges on the trails of the San Gabriel Mountains, traveling to experience local cultures, and sharing good food with friends. Through Lead LA, she hopes to deepen her understanding of the regional systems shaping Greater Los Angeles and connect with the cross-sector professionals working to make it a more just and vibrant place.
Naomi Tamrat
Director of Data Management
ExED
Naomi is the Director of Data Management at ExED, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting charter schools across California. As Director, Naomi oversees the Data Management Team’s efforts to help charter school staff and leaders operate their schools compliantly and efficiently so they can focus on student instruction and well-being. In her spare time, Naomi enjoys trying new recipes discovered on social media, playing beginner-level tennis, or teaching the occasional spin class. She is thrilled to be a part of this Coro cohort and gain new perspectives and skills contributing to her personal and professional growth.
Nick Fox Robbins
Station Activations Program Manager
LA Metro, Office of the Chief of Staff
Nick is a Program Manager at LA Metro, where he works on strategy, partnerships, and programming for the Station Activations pilot program. The program is focused on activating stations as civic spaces through partnerships with local businesses, artists, nonprofits, and jurisdictions with the aim of supporting safer, more welcoming transit environments through positive activity.
Outside of Metro, Nick founded and led a public arts organization for more than a decade, served as an elected Neighborhood Council member during the COVID-19 pandemic, and works as a theatre and film artist. He is also a proud new father and world traveler.
Through Lead LA, Nick hopes to learn from leaders across sectors, build new relationships, and develop new tools to help his hometown of Los Angeles become a better place to live.
Osvaldo Ramirez
Senior Legislative Deputy
City of Los Angeles, Council District 6
Osvaldo is a LA-based public affairs professional with nearly a decade of experience in government service. He currently serves as Senior Legislative Deputy for LA City Councilmember Imelda Padilla, where he serves as the lead for Government Operations Committee and has helped draft and pass key motions, including the office’s NO2 Ban and the Cannabis Tax Amnesty Program.
Prior to his current role, Osvaldo served as Deputy District Director for Congressman Tony Cárdenas, where he managed the Congressman’s portfolio across several key federal issues. He led the Congressman’s earmark process, reviewing nearly 100 requests from local nonprofits and municipalities and helping secure over $30 million for the San Fernando Valley across three fiscal years. He also planned signature community programs, including the Annual Veteran’s Day Forum and the Congressional Art Competition, to name a few.
Having built a foundation in constituent services and community engagement, Osvaldo hopes that his participation in the Lead LA program will teach him how to apply his skills and expertise to existing and future leadership roles.
Richelle Pittella
Senior Manager of Grant Operations and Knowledge Management
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
Richelle is the Senior Manager of Grant Operations and Knowledge Management at the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, where she creates data and knowledge solutions that help her organization make smarter, more informed decisions while improving operational effectiveness. From developing interactive dashboards and managing their grants management system to building learning resources and governance frameworks, Richelle delivers tools and processes that drive organizational impact at the Foundation.
As Richelle transitions from an individual contributor role into people leadership, she is excited to join this fellowship to help develop the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to lead effectively. Through the program, Richelle hopes to learn from peers and mentors, strengthen her leadership identity, and build the adaptive leadership capabilities needed to guide teams through organizational change and uncertainty.
Ruby Rose Yepez
Senior Advisor
Southern California Edison, Customer Solutions
Ruby is a recognized leader in sustainability with more than 15 years of experience advancing energy efficiency and clean energy initiatives. As a Senior Advisor with SCE, she collaborates with customers to accelerate electrification, decarbonization, and innovative energy solutions while supporting strategic infrastructure and customer engagement initiatives.
Ruby holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Cal Poly Pomona, where she serves on the Alumni Association Board of Directors, and a Master of Public Administration. She has earned multiple Green Rater credentials and certified more than 30 affordable housing developments.
Her recent achievements include receiving SCE’s Edison Award and serving in leadership roles for SCE’s Employee Resource Groups. Beyond her professional work, Ruby serves as a Trustee for the Valle Lindo School District, guides yoga for seniors and remains a dedicated advocate for education, health, and resilient communities. She hopes to expand her network and leadership skills through Lead LA.
Sabrina Kozikis
Water Program Associate
The Nature Conservancy, California
Sabrina is the Water Program Associate at The Nature Conservancy, California (TNC). She provides high level program management for a team of over 20 scientists and conservationists working towards a more resilient water future for California through communications, budget creation, and project management. Sabrina values collaboration and developed team-wide cohorts to support this, including cohorts for outreach, tribal engagement, and a team mentorship program.
Sabrina received her Masters degree in Human Rights Studies at Columbia University, with a focus on the human right to water in the United States. She is passionate about bringing an equity and human rights lens to the conservation space, valuing the importance of balancing water use for people and for nature. Through the Lead Fellowship, Sabrina hopes to learn how to deepen conservation’s engagement in civic and socio-economic issues, building her leadership skills and network to achieve greater intersectionality within the conservation space.
Salvador Gutierrez
Supervising Transportation Planner
City of Los Angeles, Department of Transportation
Salvador is a Senior Transportation Planner I (STP I) with the Los Angeles Department of Transportation’s (LADOT) Commercial and Rideshare Mobility Division.He oversees LADOT’s Mobility Hubs work program, which focuses on enhancing transportation infrastructure and mobility solutions for Angelenos. Salvador is dedicated to advancing safe, sustainable, and efficient mobility solutions that ensure inclusive and accessible mobility for all communities. Salvador holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and a Master’s in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Luskin School of Public Affairs.
Salvador enjoys hanging out with his wife and daughter, going on a run, and trying new places to eat in Los Angeles. Salvador aims to improve his communication skills and inquiry-driven decision-making while working with his cohort to create innovative solutions by participating in the Lead LA Fellowship program.
Sean Leston
Growth Manager
PLUS ME Project
Sean is the Growth Manager at PLUS ME Project, a Los Angeles nonprofit that helps young people build confidence through personal storytelling as they pursue their college, career, and life goals. He oversees the organization’s newsletter, social media, website, and annual report, and also facilitates storytelling workshops in schools and community spaces. He has worked in the nonprofit sector for over a decade and holds an MBA and a BA in English and Sociology.
Outside of work, Sean plays piano, runs 5Ks, and is happiest writing, reading, or sitting in a theater. Through Coro’s program, Sean looks forward to moving from theory into real-world practice and growing alongside other Los Angeles leaders committed to making a difference.
Taylor Bollhagen
Vice President
Mercury Public Affairs
Taylor is a Vice President at Mercury Public Affairs, where he helps lead the firm’s statewide communications, political consulting, paid media, and government affairs work, advising political, corporate, and public sector clients. Taylor has held nearly every role in political campaigns, with experience spanning local, state, and federal races. In 2024, he played a key leadership role in passing California’s Proposition 4, a landmark $10 billion climate bond. Previously, he managed a congressional race in California’s Central Valley, served on Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers’ 2018 campaign, and Russ Feingold’s 2016 U.S. Senate campaign.
Prior to Mercury, Taylor worked at a leading advocacy and political consulting firm, where he led creative development and operations for the California Mortgage Relief Program’s multilingual paid media campaign to connect homeowners with assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic, among other statewide public affairs efforts. Taylor attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Tyler Webb
Deputy for Unincorporated Areas
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell
Tyler is Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell’s Deputy for Unincorporated Areas. His focus is municipal service delivery and civic engagement in unincorporated areas in the County’s Second District. His civic interest is co-governance; a constituent-centered government that creates policy and programming in direct consultation with community stakeholders. In his free time, he enjoys running, gaming, and trying new foods. Tyler hopes that his Coro experience equips him with tools to motivate and empower those around him to deliver on a collective vision for improving quality of life for constituents.
About Coro’s Lead Fellowship program
Lead LA opens with an overnight retreat that sets the tone for the nine months ahead, introducing core leadership frameworks and building the trust that makes a cohort work. From there, fellows move into direct engagement with the region: site tours, stakeholder interviews, and independent research into the institutions driving change across Los Angeles. Monthly leadership forums, led by Coro facilitators, build skills in adaptive leadership, inquiry-driven decision-making, team management, and coalition-building, while Issue Day explorations let small teams design and lead their own examination of a civic challenge facing the region. Peer coaching runs throughout, giving fellows a confidential space to work through real leadership and management challenges as they come up.
By the end of the program, fellows have practiced these skills in real settings and leave with a sharper understanding of how Los Angeles works, and where they fit into moving it forward.
The benefits of the Lead Fellowship program
Lead LA fellows come away with:
- The ability to navigate change and uncertainty through adaptive leadership strategies
- Sharper self-awareness and more thoughtful, intentional decision-making
- Practical tools for communication, feedback, and team management, including how to navigate group and interpersonal conflict
- A deeper understanding of the institutions, sectors, and stakeholders shaping Greater Los Angeles
- A powerful cross-sector network, plus lifetime access to Coro’s 15,000+ alumni community and its ongoing resources
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