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OUR PEOPLE
ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
TeQuion Brookins
Founder & CEO
TeQuion (Southfield, MI) is a millennial entrepreneur and philanthropist with over 15 years of experience helping small and micro businesses & nonprofits thrive. She holds dual Masters degrees in Business and in Finance from Walsh College (MI) as well as a Bachelors Degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from the College of Wooster (OH).
Prior to founding the firm, she served as McGregor Fund’s first director of operations, becoming the first person of color in the 96-year old foundation's history to hold a director-level position. She has founded several award-winning organizations including a public foundation, Minority Freedom Community Fund, which was named a Comcast Newsmaker.
Brookins is a national thought leader in both the philanthropic sector and the small business community. She is a founding board member of Global Executive Business Consultants and Connect 313. She also serves as a member of the board for the Black Legacy Advancement Coalition and The College of Wooster’s alumni board. She is a 2020 recipient of Crain’s Detroit Business’ “20 in Their 20s” award and a two-time recipient of Acquisition International’s Influential Businesswoman awards. Brookins’ works have been featured in platforms including Michigan Chronicle, Voyage Michigan, and Acquisition International as well as over 40 major television networks. In 2023 she was featured in The Soul of Philanthropy’s museum exhibition at the Detroit Historical Society for her work as a Black philanthropist. In addition to her board service, Brookins is a sought after advisor to local and national nonprofit and civic organizations and initiatives.
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ABOUT OUR ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR
Claudine Morata is an administrative specialist with over a decade of experience in customer and business relations and administrative services. Her expertise in administrative tasks, such as correspondence and problem-solving, has helped her excel in her field. Claudine is always up for a challenge and loves to find the best solutions for any task that she takes on.
Claudine holds a Bachelor of Education specializing in English Literature, which has given her a deep appreciation for the power of words and the importance of clear communication. She also enjoys great adventures, which has helped her to develop a positive and optimistic outlook on life. Her commitment to the mission of the organization she works for is unwavering, and she is passionate about helping it to reach its goals.
Claudine Morata
Administrative Director
IMPACT ADVISORS
Nakia Powell-Thomas
Engagement
Specialist
Nakia (Sterling Heights, MI) is a highly industrious, practical, and detail-oriented human resource management professional who is skilled in preparing performance metrics, researching, analyzing, and presenting data. She holds a Master of Science in Management, Human Resource Management concentration from Walsh College (Troy, MI) and a Bachelor's of Arts degree from the University of Michigan.
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Yakima
Jones, CFRE
Financial Specialist
Yakima (Manassas, VA) has over 25 years in the finance sector in various industries including banking and, most currently, gaming. She is a Certified Fraud Examiner and holds an MBA from Walsh College (MI). She performs professional internal audit work, directing comprehensive audit programs including financial, Sarbanes-Oxley, and compliance projects, and provides consulting services to fortune 500 companies, but enjoys supporting the financial growth of micro businesses and nonprofits including churches.​
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Michelle Mellon
Marketing Specialist
Michelle Mellon (Deming, NM) is a professional storyteller with over 25 years of
marketing experience. She has created brand-building content and
communications strategies and developed digital, print, and broadcast content
through a variety of in-house, consulting agency, and freelance communications
roles. She is committed to supporting causes
that are agents of positive change and is a lifetime member of Alpha Phi Omega
coeducational service fraternity. Michelle earned her B.A. in English from The
College of William & Mary and her M.A. in Liberal Studies from Georgetown
University. In her spare time, she is an author of speculative short fiction.
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TB PARTNER NETWORK
The TB Partner Network consists of professionals who share in our mission to provide high-quality services to businesses that have positive social impact. We leverage this professional network to provide your organization with fully vetted & trusted expertise. Our partners work collaboratively and individually to support the services and products our firm offers. To initiate the partnership sign up process, click here.
TB VOLUNTEER NETWORK
Join the TB Volunteer Team and become a catalyst for social change! As a member of our dedicated team, you’ll play a crucial role in executing impactful events for our nonprofit clients, helping to drive meaningful progress in our communities. By volunteering with us, you’ll not only gain valuable experience and skills but also contribute to a mission that empowers organizations to create lasting, positive change. Together, we can transform lives and build a brighter future through the power of volunteerism. Sign up today through the following link and make a difference with TeQuionBrookins LLC! click here.