Almost 12 years ago, I transitioned from practicing law to focus on my passion of educational equity through access, opportunity and exposure. Through a series of divine introductions, I was connected to Usher's New Look. What started out as a volunteer assignment evolved into 11 years of working with and then leading the most passionate and dedicated team to accomplish our mission of developing passion-driven leaders through spark exploration, and career and education preparedness.
After 11 transformative years at Usher's New Look, I have made the decision to pursue other aspects of this work. This journey has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career, and I am immensely proud of what I have accomplished and what we have achieved together.
My accomplishments span multiple aspects of the operation, including: developing and expanding programs and curricula; cultivating national and international partners; broadening the capacity of the team; generating millions of dollars in revenue; leading the expansion of our annual Disruptivator Summit; envisioning the creation of the Disruptivator Club model; growing our Board of Directors; leading a comprehensive organizational rebrand; and, amplifying UNL’s mission nationally and leading the program through a global pandemic.
Over the past decade, we have empowered over ten thousand young people to discover their passion, pursue their dreams, and become leaders in their communities. Our dedicated team, passionate supporters, and resilient students have continually motivated me to strive for excellence.
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Usher Raymond IV, whose vision has set the foundation for the development of young leaders across the globe. I also want to thank our incredible staff, board members, partners, and volunteers for their commitment and partnership in this work. Together, we have built a strong foundation that will continue to impact lives for years to come.
To the students, families and alumni of Usher's New Look, you are the heart and soul of this organization. Your stories of perseverance, growth, and achievement inspire us all. As I move on to the next chapter of work, I will carry with me the countless memories and lessons learned from each of you. As I have always said, this work has been one of the honors of my life.
While my time as President and CEO is coming to an end, I remain dedicated to the mission of Usher's New Look. As UNL celebrates 25 years of impact, I look forward to seeing the growth and expansion of the organization.
The next phase of my career I will combine my experiences from my time at UNL with my legal and education career to help create equitable educational outcomes for all youth through education reform projects and initiatives.
With sincere gratitude,
Careshia N. Moore
