Board

Boston Rising’s Founding Board of Directors is a group of distinguished professionals who are deeply committed to clearing the way for the Rising Class. The Board leads the strategic decision-making of the organization, and board members underwrite all of Boston Rising’s administrative costs. As a result, every dollar donated to Boston Rising is invested directly in programs and initiatives that promote the Rising Class’s access to the right social connections, quality educational opportunities, and good jobs.

Michelle Franciose

Reverend Greg Groover
Pastor Charles Street A.M.E. Church, Chair of the Boston School Committee

Jean Hammond 
Angel Investor and Entrepreneur

Wendell Knox
Board Member, ABT Associates

Ken Nickerson, Board Chair
Chairman, ASA Investments