Board of Directors of Social Enterprise Chicago

Marc J. Lane, a nationally recognized business and tax attorney and financial adviser, practices law at The Law Offices of Marc J. Lane, P.C. in Chicago. Known as a leader among social impact leaders, he innovates by helping social enterprises in Chicago, as well as foundations, corporations, investors, lenders, and philanthropists, leverage capital to achieve financial results while promoting positive social change. Lane is also the author of 35 books, including Social Enterprise: Empowering Mission-Driven Entrepreneurs (American Bar Association) and The Mission-Driven Venture: Business Solutions to the World’s Most Vexing Social Problems (John Wiley and Sons).

Brooke Bechtold is a storyteller and social impact advocate who serves on the Board of Directors for Social Enterprise Chicago. As the Founder and Executive Director of Humm Productions, she leads the creation of the Impactually podcast and DocuPod™ projects, amplifying stories of positive change. Through Humm, a Chicago-based social enterprise media collaborative, she empowers local heroes around the US through impactful storytelling. Brooke champions the importance of sustainable business models for nonprofits and for-good businesses, believing in their ability to thrive through earned income strategies. She is excited to bring her expertise to the table as a social impact leader.

Karim Pakravan has a 25-year career in banking with a major U.S. bank, focusing on global financial issues, country risk analysis, and advisory on currency and emerging markets. His banking career was followed by 10 years in academia, where he made significant contributions to the fields of economics and finance. With a proven track record in the higher education industry, he has published research in banking and international finance and has spent a decade in economic consulting related to the United States and global economy and markets. Currently, he serves on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Business Economists (NABE) Chicago Chapter, collaborating with social impact leaders in the region, and he is also the publisher of the Random Access Economics Substack. His academic credentials include a Master’s degree from the London School of Economics and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Chicago.

Ralph Kindred is a Chicago-based executive and strategic advisor who has built a distinguished career at the intersection of private-sector innovation and public-sector service. With roles in business development and senior-level technology and management consulting for firms including Gartner and StratzGroup, he has a proven track record of guiding complex, high-stakes projects for public entities such as Cook County. Mr. Kindred translates this executive expertise into a profound commitment to social justice and nonprofit governance, which aligns with the mission of social enterprise in Chicago. His philanthropic efforts are characterized by a dual-track strategy: supporting the critical social safety net while also catalyzing new engines for economic empowerment. His dedication is exemplified through his long-standing board service as a former Board Member for UCAN, one of Chicago's largest and oldest social service agencies. He played a crucial role in guiding the organization in its mission to support at-risk youth and families through various programs. Additionally, Mr. Kindred serves on the Board of Directors for Entrenuity, a nonprofit business accelerator focused on empowering entrepreneurs of color and female founders. He actively supports Entrenuity's entire ecosystem, including the Mox.E coworking space and Overflow Coffee, which provide vital commercial hubs for this mission. He has also contributed to other community-based organizations like the Carole Robertson Center for Learning. Mr. Kindred's work exemplifies the efforts of social impact leaders, as he takes a holistic approach to building a more equitable Chicago—addressing both immediate community needs and the long-term pathways to generational wealth.

Pamela Roussos is a fierce supporter of social entrepreneurs and those that support them. After a full career in the tech industry holding various C-suite positions, Pamela left to find meaning and purpose in her life and joined the Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship. During her time at Miller Center, Pamela traveled around the world, aiding passionate social entrepreneurs in tackling challenges within their communities by building and growing their businesses. She loved this impactful work. Then, returning home, she became acutely aware of the challenges present in her own backyard. Now, as a member of the Board of Directors at WeavingImpact, she leads efforts to empower social entrepreneurs in disinvested communities across the US, aiming to reduce the racial wealth gap and support the next generation of social impact leaders. Pamela's commitment to social enterprise in Chicago and beyond continues to inspire positive change.

Adrienne Bitoy Jackson is the Founder, President, & CEO of Heuristics Marketing Consultants, LLC. A retired Public Service Administrator with an MS. Ed. and certified PMP, she empowers mission-driven organizations as a leader in social enterprise in Chicago. With over three decades of experience in both the public and private sectors, she has successfully assisted nonprofits, municipal corporations, governmental agencies and departments, faith-based entities, community-based organizations, small businesses, professional and volunteer associations, and educational institutions to enhance their social impact. She secured $4.5 million in public funding for the Chicago Housing Authority's Plan for Transformation, has authored two books Winning Proposals and Primer for Empowering Resident Leadership: Capacity Building for Community Council Leaders, is an active member of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), participates in the Building Greater Futures Members in Transition Professional Development Program Committee and its Chicago Chapter Harold Washington Council, and formerly served as the Vice Chair of Prevention First Inc.'s Board of Directors.

Daveed Holmes is a visionary cultural storyteller, entrepreneur, and public health advocate who brings a unique, multidisciplinary perspective to the SEC Board of Directors. As the founder of Polymatheory Company, DBA Apertrue Photography, Daveed specializes in identifying and convening social impact leaders across the policy, business, and non-profit sectors to foster interdisciplinary collaboration. By applying a public health lens to complex challenges, he excels at creating the 'connective tissue' necessary to unite disparate stakeholders and catalyze innovation in ways that bridge organizational silos.

With a deep-rooted commitment to human wellness, Daveed’s leadership is informed by an extensive background in health and human services, including exercise science, massage therapy, and peer recovery. He is a passionate champion for marginalized communities, serving as the co-founder of the SHINE Recovery Cafe and a dedicated board member of For The Love of the Arts. In these capacities, he works extensively with at-risk youth and individuals re-entering society from the corrections system, providing them with the essential resources and pathways required to reclaim their futures.

In his role as a United Nations Association Ambassador for the Chicago Chapter, Daveed is a lead advocate for sustainable urban development and holistic well-being. His professional philosophy is centered on the principle of long-term stewardship; he is driven by the mandate to foster multi-generational impact, ensuring that future generations are provided with a resilient, inclusive, and thriving platform for growth in Social Enterprise Chicago.

Board Member Emeritus, Bill Hassett was a seasoned nonprofit executive, strategist, and financial expert with decades of experience guiding mission-driven organizations through growth, transformation, and leadership transitions. As a member of the Board of Directors, he served as CEO of Dot.Org Services, a consulting firm dedicated to supporting nonprofits in aligning mission with market realities, optimizing governance, and diversifying revenue. Additionally, as Interim Executive Director and board member of Catholic Charities Joliet, Bill oversaw a $30 million operation serving communities across seven counties in Illinois. Previously, he held the position of Interim CFO at Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago and dedicated nearly four decades at RSM US, specializing in complex real estate, tax, and capital strategies for both for-profit and nonprofit clients. A committed community leader, he played vital advisory roles with numerous organizations across housing, education, and social enterprise sectors, greatly impacting the development of social enterprise in Chicago. Bill will be remembered as a dedicated mentor to social impact leaders, helping emerging leaders, students, and professionals strengthen their impact and shape their career pathways.