Our Executive Leadership

  • President & CEO

    Meet Hamil, our President & CEO at Harlem Commonwealth Council and Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund. Hamil is committed to economic empowerment, steering our operations, strategic initiatives, and resource management.

    Hamil’s career in financial management and business development has seen him excel in roles at prestigious institutions like Archimedes Alpha, U.S. Trust – Bank of America Private Wealth Management, and ABN AMRO (RBS). Hamil holds an MBA from the University of Chicago - Booth School of Business and a B.A. from New York University.

  • Senior Operations Director

    Meet Terri-Ann, our Senior Operations Director at Harlem Commonwealth Council. Overseeing all Education programs, Human Resources, Marketing, Terri-Ann uses her experience to bolster community empowerment, driving initiatives and employee development across the organization.

    Terri-Ann’s journey began at TD Bank and led her to leadership roles at Investors Bank and Apple Bank. Her hard work earned her the title of 2019 Power Woman in Business. Terri-Ann holds an M.P.A. from Marist College and a B.S. in Psychology from Fordham University.

  • Director of Education

    Meet Estefani, our Director of Education at Harlem Commonwealth Council. Estefani is dedicated to creating educational opportunities for our community. Her role involves facilitating and leading initiatives while collaborating closely with educators and the community.

    Estefani began as a Teach for America Corps member, working in diverse urban settings from Oklahoma City to Harlem and the Bronx. Her leadership skills flourished as she co-founded a school in the Bronx, where she served as Department and Grade Level Leader. Estefani holds a Masters of Education from Relay Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Franklin & Marshall College.

  • Senior Director of Finance

    Meet Ayesha, our Senior Director of Finance at Harlem Commonwealth Council. Ayesha plays a vital role in budgeting, financial reporting, and strategic planning. Her analytical skills and dedication to finance make her an invaluable asset to our team. 

    With a background in financial management within the nonprofit sector, Ayesha’s expertise has improved the financial health of organizations such as the Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone and Brooklyn Navy Yard. Ayesha holds an MS and a B.S. in Accounting from Long Island University. 

NYC Business Solutions Center

  • Director of NYC Business Solutions Centers

    Meet Christian, our Director of NYC Business Solutions Centers at the Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund. Christian is at the helm of the Upper Manhattan and Washington Heights Centers, where he leads a dedicated team of Business Advisors. Together, they offer support to local businesses, helping with everything such as financing, legal issues, business planning and certification.

    In his career spanning business development and program management, Christian has excelled at forging strategic partnerships and boosting operational efficiencies. Christian holds an MBA from Adelphi University and a B.A. from Pace University, Christian is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund

  • Senior Director, Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund and Compliance

    Meet Ericka, our Senior Director at Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund and Compliance. Ericka brings a deep understanding of regulatory standards to ensure our operations align with legal and ethical guidelines.  

    With a strong background in financial services, Ericka's expertise in loan origination, underwriting, and portfolio management keeps us compliant and helps our entrepreneurs manage their business. Ericka graduated Summa Cum Laude with an MBA and a B.A. in Business Administration from Monroe College and is a certified professional in Economic Development Finance. 

  • Director of Credit

    Meet Daniele, our Director of Credit at Harlem Entrepreneurial Fund. Daniele plays an essential role in managing the organization’s lending activities, ensuring that small business owners in the community have access to the resources they need to thrive. 

    With over two decades of experience in banking and finance, Daniele has held leadership roles at institutions like Bank of America, Capital One Bank, and Chase Bank. More recently, Daniele took on a key lending role with UMEZ (Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone). Daniele holds a BBA in Finance & Investments from Baruch College.