A strong, early start creates a lifetime of opportunities.

"I believe the difference between poverty and a brighter future is usually dependent on the existence of opportunity. I joined Tipping Point Community, because I’m dedicated to helping create more opportunities for individuals in the Bay Area."

Prior to joining Tipping Point Community, Nick was an Orfalea Fellow at the William J. Clinton Foundation in Harlem, where he worked on domestic programs focused on entrepreneurship and helping individuals gain access to the financial mainstream. He earned his M.P.A. from the University of Southern California and his B.A. in Political Science from Sonoma State University. He has worked as an Analyst at Wildan Financial Services and a Project Coordinator at the Sonoma Economic Development Board. Born in El Salvador, his Latino heritage inspires his passion for life, dancing and spicy food.

"I joined Tipping Point because I believe we can end poverty in the San Francisco Bay Area, and Tipping Point is a leader in that work."

Jacob joined Tipping Point to continue to fight to end poverty in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to joining Tipping Point, Jacob spent more than a decade doing research and advocacy to confront and reimagine systems that perpetuate poverty and harm low-income and working people. Throughout his career, he has worked on a wide array of issues at organizations like the Vera Institute of Justice, The Pew Charitable Trusts, and the Southern Poverty Law Center. Jacob began his career working in the Massachusetts State Senate. Jacob was raised in a working class Puerto Rican family fiercely committed to social justice and he carries those lessons in his work today.

“Tipping Point recognizes that successfully fighting poverty happens through a combination of direct client services and systems reform. That wisdom gives me great hope that we can make significant, long-lasting change for people who need it most.”

Kara is a long-time champion for children and families. She has experience in the fields of early childhood development, K-12 education and mental health; conducted direct practice, public policy and research; and worked at the local, state and national levels. Prior to joining Tipping Point, Kara was the director of Too Small to Fail, a national public awareness initiative of the Clinton Foundation that supports parents and caregivers to understand the critical role they play in their child’s early brain development. She also served as Associate Director of the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University, supporting localities to use data to drive decision-making and system improvements. Earlier in her career, Kara was Chair of the First 5 San Francisco Commission, Associate Director of early care and education at Children Now and a psychiatric social worker for San Francisco City and County. She received her B.A. from Brown University and an MSW from UC Berkeley. She loves Mexico, hiking near and far, thrifting and hanging out with her family and dog. She is an avid Warriors fan.

"Lasting reform happens through a steadfast commitment to using our resources and expertise to bring down systems of advantage and build power for those most affected."

Katherine joined Tipping Point because she believes in a poverty-free Bay Area and that transformative educational experiences change a student and their family’s trajectory for generations. Katherine is a results-driven leader with over 15 years of experience leading large, complex organizations centered on academic and curricular development. Most recently, she led Presentation High School in San Jose as Principal, where she overhauled core infrastructure, implemented innovative new programs, and steered the organization through its most challenging times. Earlier in her career, she worked in management consulting and public policy. Katherine received her B.A. in Economics and Political Science from University of California, Davis, holds a M.A. in Education Administration from Santa Clara University, and a Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard Business School Online.When she’s not at work, Katherine enjoys running, sailing in the Bay, and before-bedtime dance parties with her kids.

“'While the systemic conditions that create cycles of poverty in this country feel impossible and unwieldy, “we have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And [we] have to do it all the time.' –Angela Davis. This reminder refreshes my resolve every day to do this work and I am proud to join Tipping Point in the pursuit of equity and radical love in the Bay Area.”

Throughout her nonprofit career, Justine has worked with nonprofit direct service organizations and philanthropic networks to support community-based equity initiatives. This support provided needed services to marginalized communities in support of greater access to justice, economic security, joy, and prosperity.Justine has managed several community-based workforce development programs primarily in youth development organizations. She has also served as an independent consultant to nonprofits supporting program design, talent recruitment, event planning, and multi-stakeholder engagement projects since 2014.Justine earned her Master’s in Urban Policy and Management from the New School of Public Engagement and her Bachelor’s Degree from Smith College in Sociology & Spanish.Justine is a Nuyorican (a native New Yorker of Puerto Rican descent) who loves to travel the world sharing culture and building bonds with others.

“It is an incredible privilege to be able to live in San Francisco, and it is an even greater privilege to have the opportunity to serve the community that I have found and really come to love here in the City.”

Erin is eager to join Tipping Point in addressing the various social issues that are affecting those in her community. After living in the City for the past five years, she has fallen in love with the Bay Area and is determined to help serve her local communities. Erin received her bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a concentration in critical diversity and a minor in Politics from the University of San Francisco. In her free time, she enjoys listening to and experiencing live music and baking various desserts for her friends and family.

“We must take care of the most vulnerable among us to thrive as a community. So long as we are content to allow the suffering of others, we will never achieve true prosperity.”

Hunter Meyer is happiest when he’s helping people. He comes to Tipping Point from the food and events world, where he ran large-scale food truck events for Off the Grid. Originally from Maine, Hunter earned a B.A. in Economics from Bard College. Since moving to the Bay Area over a decade ago, he’s fallen in love with the region, and is committed to making it even better through his work at Tipping Point. Outside of the office, Hunter enjoys spending time in nature with his young daughter, wife, and dog, and he is always on the lookout for a great taco.

"We all have a responsibility to create a just society." - Bryan Stevenson

Rohit joined Tipping Point because it marries a moral imperative to serve the Bay Area community with a commitment to meaningful action. Prior to joining Tipping Point, Rohit worked at UC Berkeley's Possibility Lab on participatory, evidence-based policymaking. Earlier in his career, Rohit worked for ten years at MIT's Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab on impact evaluations around the world. In this role, he worked with a number of local and state governments in the U.S. on anti-poverty programs covering topics from homelessness to violence prevention to take-up of welfare benefits. Rohit graduated with an M.A. and B.A. from the University of Chicago. When he isn't trying to make research serve the public good, Rohit enjoys running with his speedier wife, working his way through a stack of books, and doting on his two dogs.

"I believe that to be truly compassionate, one must directly support their neighbors who are struggling with poverty and also work to change and improve the systems that have allowed that poverty to exist."

Ali joined Tipping Point to more directly serve her community while also continuing to work on the critical system changes necessary to ensure meaningful reductions in poverty. Prior to joining Tipping Point, Ali served as the State of California’s Deputy Secretary for Homelessness where she oversaw the state’s interagency council on homelessness and several large state homelessness grant programs. Earlier in her career Ali served as a Senior Advisor for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, focusing on a range of anti-poverty programs within the Administration for Children and Families. Ali graduated with a Masters in Public Policy from the University of California – Berkeley, and received her B.A from the University of Iowa. When not working to alleviate poverty, Ali can be found hiking, backpacking or reading a good book…outdoors!

I am passionate about ensuring excellent outcomes for all and recognize the deep partnership, trust, and collaboration needed to boldly create a better future.

Meg is a mission-driven leader with experience in amplifying impact through partnerships and collaboration. She brings deep expertise in leading programming and learning cycles across the social sector, particularly in early childhood. Prior to joining Tipping Point, Meg guided learning and innovation efforts at The Primary School to improve outcomes for children and families. Her work catalyzed external partnerships and enabled internal teams to measure and strengthen impact. Meg started her career in education as a teacher in Washington, D.C. She also brings experience as a consultant, partnering with social sector nonprofits and foundations. Meg earned an MPH with a focus on Maternal and Child Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, an MAT in Elementary Education from American University, and holds degrees in Psychology and History from the University of Arizona. On the weekends you can find her biking in Half Moon Bay, sharing her love of literacy with her two young children, or discovering bakeries and farmers markets.

“Inequality and injustice are built into our systems and institutions. It is our duty to transform our systems until everyone, regardless of identity or background, has equal opportunity to thrive.”

Bing is honored and humbled to be able to apply her research, business intelligence, and data analytics experience in support of Tipping Point’s empathetic and multi-faceted approach to fighting poverty. Prior to joining Tipping Point, she supported economic research and Cash Services strategy and operations as an analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Her passion for public service motivated her to pursue an M.S. in data science at the University of San Francisco, to better serve her community in an analytic capacity. During her master’s program, she interned at Human Rights Data Analysis Group, where she contributed to statistical analyses that enable accountability for human rights violations. Bing also holds a B.A. in economics from the University of Chicago. Bing is a proud first-generation Chinese-American immigrant and a Bostonian, and she enjoys running, exploring cities through food, and listening to pop punk.