Hi, I’m DeAngela, co-founder of Momentum Collaborative. My work with Momentum internally centers on all things operations and management; externally my work centers on supporting clients as they learn about DEIA concepts and frameworks, and begin to unpack and explore the ways in which this work impacts them both personally and professionally. I also support leaders to lean into their vulnerability and develop their authentic voice via speech writing and public speaking coaching. A passionate DEIA workshop facilitator, public speaker, and trainer, you will see me most often in content workshops, listening and mediation sessions, community building workshops, train the trainer sessions, and individual communication coaching.

Hailing from Southern California, I embrace my intersectional identities.  As a Black, queer, woman, who is a parent, and has been a minister and stand-up comic, I bring a wealth of experiences to my work; infusing education with elocution, wit and a splash of sarcasm. I have collaborated on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives internationally; some of my clients include UC Davis, The County of Alameda, Facing History and Ourselves, Cal State Fullerton, Designory, Golden Crown Literary Society, San Francisco Department of Probation, regional housing authorities, and the Pacific Center for Human Growth, just to name a few. I have also been a guest lecturer and keynote speaker on the topic of multiculturalism for various organizations.

After knocking out my Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy and Religion, I decided to pursue my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. When I’m not working with Momentum, you can find me at Pacific Center for Human Growth, where I work as a therapist and program manager for clients impacted by HIV/AIDS.

During my down time, you can find me encouraging parents to stop counting their toddler's age in months and devising a scheme to become unidentifiable by my student loan providers. My superpower is utilizing my humor to help people reflect their sameness while appreciating their differences.

To find out more about me, visit my LinkedIn page.