Staff

Tiffiney Carter-Washington

Tiffiney Carter-Washington is the AI Lab Manager and Technical Advisor for The Alliance, dedicated to equipping Mississippi nonprofits with greater digital literacy and facilitating the adoption of transformative technologies.  Possessing over 25 years of experience in Information Technology and Computer Science – along with bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Mathematics from Jackson State University […]

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Cynthia Hines

Cynthia Hines is our Chief Program Officer and a key member of the Alliance’s leadership team. She leads the design and implementation of Alliance programs and services, expands outreach efforts, builds strategic partnerships, and develops special projects and initiatives with external collaborators. Cynthia fosters trust and collaboration among Alliance staff, community partners, members, the public,

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Willette Y. Thomas

Willette Y. Thomas serves as the Executive Coordinator for the Mississippi Alliance of Nonprofit and Philanthropy. In this role, she supports the Executive Director, oversees interoffice operations, and acts as the liaison to the Board of Directors. Willette earned her degree in Journalism with a minor in African American Studies from the University of Mississippi.

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Michael C. Martella

Michael C. Martella serves as the Programs and Strategy Associate here at the Alliance.  He is responsible for providing a wide range of support to the Alliance’s program team, including assistance in the planning and management of the training and capacity building unit, membership, and policy.

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Jason Easley

Jason is a native of Summit, MS and became an avid golfer at North Pike School District. Jason also played for the Mississippi College golf team. Jason loves college sports, is married to Holly Easley and has 2 children at Ole Miss. He also enjoys movies and TV shows on demand and enjoys eating out or grilling with friends.

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DeLorean King

DeLorean King is our Programs and Membership Associate at the Alliance. She holds bachelor’s degrees in Finance and Risk Management & Insurance, as well as an MBA in Finance. A member of the Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Society, DeLorean is actively involved in her community and enjoys traveling, reading, and volunteering in her spare

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Ellen Collins

Ellen Collins

Ellen Collins is the Executive Director of the Alliance. In this role, she engages with nonprofits, foundations, United Ways, public sector agencies, and businesses statewide. Ellen oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring effective execution of the organization’s long-term strategy, continuous improvement in performance and productivity, and the identification of opportunities to enhance organizational effectiveness. Before becoming Executive

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