Dr Monique Ekundayo

A native of San Diego, CA, Monique is a military spouse to a U.S. Naval officer, a mom of a rising second grader, a Ph.D., an author, a speaker, and a professional in general business management. With a PhD in Business Management specializing in Strategy & Innovation, and over 20 years of industry experience in general business management, risk management, project management, and diversity and inclusion, she finds joy in enhancing her skills through networking and job development projects. Most recently, as the founder of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, she has ventured into the entrepreneurial space, finding business ownership to be quite the endeavor. For fun, Monique likes to visit museums with her little one, guest speak on podcast segments, write editorial excerpts for industry-related prompts on LinkedIn, and go wine tasting. Lastly, as a natural-born leader, she excels in team building, networking, public speaking, and cross-collaborating.

Board of Advisors

Marvin Dadischeck

Marvin Dadischeck is a compassionate Psychologist, experienced Researcher, and Certified Digital Well-being Expert. He holds two Masters degrees in Business Psychology and Psychology of Mental Health, an ICF- and NBHWC-accredited Coaching education, and published impactful research in various international journals.

Having worked with coaching and psychotherapy clients across the globe for more than 6+ years, Marvin offers holistic and evidence-based solutions with proven effectiveness based on the latest psychological research.

Marvin moved from Germany to the UK in 2018 to follow his mission of helping people to maintain their mental health, productivity, and clarity in the age of digital distractions. He is doing his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Edinburgh and promotes mental health in the digital age via engagements with the NHS Scotland, Consciously Digital, Safe Teens Online, and the Global Foundation for Cyber Studies and Research.

Dr.Judy Staveley

Dr. Judy Staveley, is a renowned figure in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and a Biotechnology Subject Matter Expert. She has a remarkable track record adorned with numerous accolades and achievements. Her steadfast dedication to mentoring and nurturing the next generation of innovation scientists, mathematicians, and engineers has garnered her prestigious nominations for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring, a commendation received five times consecutively from 2020 to 2024.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Dr. Staveley's commitment extends to altruistic endeavors, evident through her selfless service and volunteerism. Her remarkable contributions have been recognized with the Blue Star Families Presidential Volunteer Award on three occasions, in 2020, 2021, 2024. Her compassionate support for military families and active engagement in community initiatives reflect her deeply ingrained altruistic spirit.

Sasi Marrapu

I am passionate about children's mental health .As a program coordinator, I look forward to supporting initiatives that promote mental well-being and reduce stigma, especially for children and adolescents.

Syed K Jamal is an International Ford Fellowship alumni. Before starting Branta and Collegey, he was with the US State Department's EducationUSA program. He has worked in media, non-profits, and academia. He lives in Tacoma, mentors students and startups at organizations like 76Forward, Rise, and Bridge for Billions. He is also on the board of the World Affairs Council of Tacoma. His cat, Laila, and dog, Zizi, are his best friends.

Syed K Jamal

Alex Bowman

Alexandra (Alex) Bowman is an award-winning political cartoonist, illustrator, journalist, writer, and private educator from Washington, D.C. She earned her M.A. in English from Georgetown University by age 23. She is the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists' 2024 Locher Fellow and has won multiple awards for her journalistic work through the Society of Professional Journalists' DC chapter. She has served as a writer and critic for DC Theater Arts, the DC metro area's premier publication for the performing arts, for over three years. Alex also served as the editorial cartoonist for the John Kerry and John Kasich-founded environmental organization World War Zero, as well as the official political cartoonist for The Lincoln Project throughout the 2020 presidential election season. She had work published by BBC News, BBC Books, Puffin Books, the Georgetown University Institute of Politics and Public Service, the National Wildlife Federation, and Penguin Random House UK. Since 2022, Alex has worked as a private instructor in writing, college counseling, illustration, graphic design, and more, working with elementary, middle, high school, and college students as well as adults. Much of her work, including her theater criticism and college counseling work, focuses on helping discover truthful narratives that enable personal fulfillment for artists and students alike. Alex is a member of the National Press Club, the National Cartoonists Society, the Society of Illustrators, and the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists. In her spare time, Alex is also an award-winning costume designer.