Founder and CEO, Integrity Solutions Group LLC

Arthur W. Thomas III is a solutions-driven leader focused on community empowerment, ethical leadership, and economic equity. He previously served as Director of Mission Investing and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems at The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and brings experience across finance, real estate development, and cross-sector collaboration. He serves on multiple nonprofit and advisory boards and is deeply committed to faith-based justice work.

Co-Founder & CEO at Path

Christopher Gray leads Path, an AI-powered test preparation platform helping students and professionals prepare for critical exams across IT, cybersecurity, healthcare, and college admissions. Previously, he co-founded Scholly, a Shark Tank–featured scholarship platform acquired by Sallie Mae that has helped more than five million users secure over $100 million in scholarships. He serves on the Board of Directors of Camelback Ventures.

Coordinator of Inclusive Growth, Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce

Kobéy Smith supports inclusive economic growth by helping entrepreneurs and minority-owned businesses access the resources and networks needed to succeed. He leads the Small Business Council and Diversity & Inclusion Council at the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce and hosts Chattin’ with Kobéy, a podcast focused on entrepreneurship, resilience, and mental health awareness.

Vice President & Co-Founder, CMWP Foundation

Latisha Douglas is a Black woman entrepreneur and data scientist dedicated to expanding opportunity for socially and economically disadvantaged women entrepreneurs. She brings expertise in financial analysis, data analytics, and investments, and has led workshops, trainings, and mentorship for founders in local accelerator programs. She is pursuing a dual master’s degree in Data Analytics and an MBA in Technology at the University of Connecticut and holds a BS in Computer Science from Seton Hall University.

Founder & President, CMWP Foundation

Samantha (Sammi) is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, content engineer, and business coach with over twenty years of experience supporting equity-driven businesses. She has founded multiple certified enterprises and leads a nonprofit focused on advancing Black and minority entrepreneurs through education, mentorship, and access to resources. She serves on several nonprofit and civic boards and has been recognized by Wharton, Morgan Stanley, and regional business organizations for her leadership and impact.

Co-Founder, Catalyst Labs

Shondra Washington is a former professional dancer turned finance and strategy leader with experience in HR, technology investment banking, and entrepreneurship. She founded TBC-Capital, a fractional CFO firm that has helped clients raise over $40 million and scale to $100 million+ valuations, and co-founded Catalyst Labs to expand access to capital and creative opportunity. Her work blends financial rigor with a deep commitment to the arts and culture.