Founders & Visionaries
Meet the founders and visionaries behind The GRIND Collective.
Founders of The GRIND Collective
Dr. Marcelo Worsley
Karr Family Associate Professor | Northwestern University
Co-Founder, The GRIND Collective | Founder, Black Kids Predict
Dr. Marcelo Worsley is a Karr Family Associate Professor of Computer Science and Learning Sciences at Northwestern University. He leads research and community-connected initiatives that expand access to STEM learning through inclusive, equity-centered design. He is a co-founder of The GRIND Collective and founder of Black Kids Predict.
Dr. Kareem Edouard
Assistant Professor of Learning Technologies | Drexel University
Co-Founder, The GRIND Collective
Dr. Kareem Edouard is an Assistant Professor of Learning Technologies at Drexel University. His work focuses on culturally responsive learning environments and equitable technology integration. As a co-founder of The GRIND Collective, he supports collaborative models that connect youth, schools, and creative innovators.
Natika Washington
Principal Professional Fundraiser | The GRIND Collective
Executive Director, Black Kids Predict
Natika Washington is a strategic nonprofit leader, Principal Professional Fundraiser, and community impact designer. She leads organizational strategy, partnerships, and fundraising for The GRIND Collective, ensuring programs are community-centered, sustainable, and aligned with long-term impact.
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