We have sound leadership and broad support

The Arthur M. Brazier Foundation has assembled a diverse and influential board of seasoned and successful relationship builders with varied perspectives and broad reach. The board comprises corporate executives, the University of Chicago, and thought leaders in education, urban development and nonprofit work.

What they share is a deep appreciation, love and respect for the work of Bishop Brazier, and a commitment to realizing his vision for Woodlawn and its surrounding communities. Their connection to the Bishop anchors their commitment to leverage their knowledge, relationships and influence to complete his work and carry out his vision.

Our partnership with Woodlawn’s important neighbor to the north—the University of Chicago—began with Bishop Brazier and today is a critical element that will help us advance in our work. The University continues to provide assistance in implementing LISC’s New Communities Program in Woodlawn (a long-term initiative that aims to rejuvenate Woodlawn and other challenged Chicago communities). The University of Chicago is a strong ally that supports the Foundation and is invested in its success.

Arthur M. Brazier Foundation Board of Directors

Dr. Byron T. Brazier
Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Pastor, Apostolic Church of God

Esther Isabelle Brazier
Co-Chair
Wife of the late Arthur M. Brazier

Nim Chinniah
Executive VP for Administration and CFO
University of Chicago

Lester Coney
Executive Vice President, Office of the Chairman
Mesirow Financial

David Greene
Executive Vice President
The University of Chicago

Cheryle R. Jackson
Vice President, Government Affairs and Corporate Development
AAR Corp.

Ms. Mary Richardson-Lowry
Partner, Government and Global Trade, Mayer Brown
Past President, Chicago Board of Education

Mr. Richard Malone
President and CEO
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Mr. George Ranney
President and CEO, Metropolis Strategies
Senior Counsel, Mayer Brown

Tyronne Stoudemire
Principal, Diversity & Inclusion Consulting
Mercer

Donald Thompson
President and CEO
McDonald’s Corporation