Meet The Team.

The brilliant, dynamic women of color working tirelessly behind the scenes to build our movement and curate sanctuary.

Tamaliyapo Mphande

Director of Advancement

An accomplished advocate making it possible for our mission to accelerate, scale, and reach deeper into the community.

Words She Lives By:
"Nothing can dim the light which shines from within." — Maya Angelou

Fun Facts:
Served in the Peace Corps in Costa Rica.
On an ambitious personal mission to visit every national park.

Her Proudest ZH Moment:
Experiencing the physical space of Zora's House and knowing it was built entirely by a dedicated community of women.

Daniela Edmeier

Development Manager

A proud graduate of our Leadership Fellowship program bringing strategic vision to the development team.

Words She Lives By:
"Believe in yourself, learn, and never stop wanting to build a better world." — Mary McLeod Bethune

Fun Facts:
Graduating in May with her PhD in History from The Ohio State University.
Holds a yellow belt in tae-kwon-do.

Her Proudest ZH Moment:
Transitioning into the Zora's House team after setting a bold goal as a Leadership Fellow to find a mission-centered employer.

Shelby Williams

Marketing & Communications Manager

A storytelling expert dedicated to amplifying the narratives and influence of Women of Color.

Words She Lives By:
"We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." — Barack Obama

Fun Facts:
She has been hand-pouring artisan candles since the age of 10.
Once camped on a remote beach in Trinidad.

Her Proudest ZH Moment:
Cementing her role within a dynamic team she has long admired, officially becoming a core driver of the movement.

Sonia Clemons

Hospitality Manager

A steadfast leader ensuring Zora's House remains an authentic, welcoming sanctuary for all who enter.

Words She Lives By:
"Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them." — Madam C.J. Walker

Fun Facts:
Considered a culinary master behind the grill.
Unwavering dedication as a Cleveland sports fan.

Her Proudest ZH Moment:
Fostering an environment that empowers women to fulfill dreams they once considered impossible.