Requity Leadership Team

Programs Manager
Bria Evans is a dedicated advocate for community development and youth empowerment. As an OSI Fellow and the Operations Manager at Requity Foundation, Bria works closely with youth to create opportunities that foster growth, success, and a brighter future. Her passion for seeing others succeed drives her work, and she finds great joy in supporting and uplifting those around her.

In addition to her role at Requity, Bria is the founder of Haven for the Homeless, a nonprofit organization committed to providing essential services and support to individuals experiencing homelessness. She also channels her love for people into her private catering business, where she takes pride in bringing joy through food.

Strategy Support Manager
DJ Fleming bridges organizational efficiency and human-centered design to support Requity’s growth and impact. As Strategy Support Manager, DJ leads efforts in program design, process improvement, and data tracking, ensuring that Requity’s work remains both technically rigorous and deeply responsive to the students and communities it serves.
With a background in Communications and Marketing from McDaniel College and a Master’s in Social Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), DJ views strategy as a tool for supporting people and systems alike. His approach centers lived experience, inclusivity, and excellence, helping ensure that Requity’s programs evolve in ways that reflect the voices, successes, and aspirations of the young talent at the heart of the work.

Construction Instructor / Field Lead
Tyrone brings real-world construction experience and steady leadership to Requity’s work-based learning programs. With a deep background in framing, high-performance building practices, and jobsite coordination, he guides students through hands-on projects that demand both technical precision and accountability.
At Requity, Tyrone works directly alongside young talent on active construction sites, helping them translate classroom knowledge into professional skill. He emphasizes craftsmanship, safety, and efficiency, while also modeling the work ethic and mindset required to succeed in the trades. Whether leading framing phases, coordinating material staging, or troubleshooting on-site challenges, Tyrone ensures that students experience construction as it truly operates in the field.
His mentorship helps students sharpen competence, build confidence, and understand the standards expected in today’s workforce. Through his leadership, students leave projects not only with new skills, but with a clearer sense of their professional pathway.

Communications and Student Support Coordinator
Bio Coming soon

Founder, Director of Community Engagement
As the Founder, Board Member, and Director of Community Engagement, Sterling passionately collaborates with individuals to bring his vision to life. With a wealth of experience in turnarounds, he brings a compassionate sense of urgency into Requity's engagement strategy.
Sterling is a graduate of Carver Vocational Technical High School with a background in Carpentry.

Business/ Print & Press Instructor - BIO coming soon

Marketing Manager
A 2023 graduate of Carver, Wendell oversees content and social media creation and analytics. Additionally, Wendell works with a team of interactive media vocational high school students to document various Requity initiatives.
In 2023, Wendell was awarded the prestigious Harbor Bank of Maryland Marketing Manager Internship.

Administrative Services Manager
As Head of Administration, Sabrina plays a vital role in Requity's team, providing leadership and execution across various functions, including talent management, accounting, fundraising and reporting.

Construction Teacher (Carpentry)

Damien Spears brings deep, hands-on carpentry expertise to Requity’s construction programming, guiding students through real-world building projects that emphasize craftsmanship, safety, and pride in the work. As a Construction Teacher, Damien focuses on practical skill development, helping students translate classroom learning into on-site experience that prepares them for careers in the construction trades.
With a teaching approach rooted in doing, Damien creates learning environments where students gain confidence through repetition, problem-solving, and accountability. His work ensures that young builders develop strong foundational carpentry skills while understanding the standards, teamwork, and discipline required to succeed on professional job sites.

Board Members

Secretary

Treasurer

Board Member

Board Member

President

Vice President

Board Member

Bio coming soon

Advisor of Architecture & Education
As the Advisor of Architecture and Education Programs, Timmy is passionate about applying Passive House design principles and teaching high-performance building methods. With a background that began with Doma Architecture in NYC, Timmy collaboratively engages in architecture projects locally and internationally. He holds a Physics Degree from Trinity College, Oxford University, a BA from Cooper Union, and an MS in Environmental Engineering from Johns Hopkins University.

Founder, Executive Director
As the Founder and Executive Director, Michael steers Requity's mission and vision while efficiently managing the team and daily operations. Leveraging his diverse background in manufacturing, finance, education, and entrepreneurship, he channels resources and sustainable initiatives to communities grappling with systemic disinvestment and historical discriminatory policies. Michael holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Northwestern University.

Culinary Instructor - BIO coming soon

Community Advocates

THANK YOU to our community advocates and the extraordinary residents of West Baltimore and Greater Rosemont for your partnership, trust, and belief in our mission. Your hard work and dedication is making a positive impact in the community and in the lives of our students.