Felicia Walker,
Founder and CEO
A mother of three grown children, Felicia volunteered in New York City schools for many years. Her commitment to fostering literacy and education is demonstrated through 15 years of weekly library service, where she helped guide students in literature exploration and resource management. As Chair of the Book Fair for three years, she further promoted reading engagement within the school community.
Her leadership also extended to various school initiatives, including chairing the school spirit store and co-chairing annual giving campaigns. In the early 2000s, she dedicated her time to Dress for Success, helping women prepare for professional opportunities through wardrobe consultation.
Felicia has served on Syracuse University’s School of Education Board of Visitors for over a decade. In addition, she has been a member of the National Committee Council at SU for four years. Felicia continues to shape educational policy and practice. Her philanthropic impact is also evident through establishing three family scholarships with the school, supporting Athletics, the School of Education, and the Veterans Center, which create lasting educational opportunities for diverse student populations.
This comprehensive background in educational advocacy, hands-on volunteer work, and philanthropic leadership exemplifies her dedication to advancing educational opportunities and student success.
Kriena Nederveen
Director
Kriena Nederveen is a seasoned luxury fashion executive and philanthropic leader with over 25 years of experience bridging the worlds of fashion and nonprofit governance. As a current Professional Stylist, she works with high-profile clients while actively involved in charitable causes. Her previous leadership roles include Brand Manager at Haspel and Sales Director at Gianfranco Ferre, where she demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, team management, and business development.
Nederveen’s dedication to nonprofit governance is exemplified through her board service with several prestigious organizations. As Board President of Planned Parenthood of Central Ohio, she led successful annual campaigns raising over $200,000 and implemented sexuality education initiatives in inner-city schools. Her service on the Board of Directors for Complexions Dance Company included organizing a milestone fundraising event at Jazz at Lincoln Center, showcasing her ability to leverage cultural connections for philanthropic impact.
Her experience extends to working with the William Jefferson Clinton Foundation and coordinating with major corporations to secure resources for arts education, as demonstrated by her work linking Ohio State University’s Dance Department with Limited Brands. Notably, she spearheaded a fundraising event for Chances for Children that raised $250,000, displaying her capability to mobilize resources for youth-focused initiatives.
Nederveen holds a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Business from Meredith College. Her unique combination of corporate leadership, nonprofit governance, and fundraising expertise makes her particularly valuable in guiding foundations through strategic growth while maintaining strong community connections. She lives and works in the Greater Los Angeles area.
Lindsey D. Cook,
CFO and Director
Ms. Cook has been a Senior Portfolio Manager at City National Rochdale since 2010 and has 17 years of experience in the financial services industry. She directly manages and invests 2.5 billion in client and institutional assets in this role.
Ms. Cook began her career at Banc of America Investments on the trading floor. She then joined AXA Financial, where she performed research, analysis, and execution of investment models for high-net-worth clients.
Ms. Cook earned her BA in Business Administration and Economics and her MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from Loyola Marymount University. She also completed postgraduate studies in probability theory and mathematical finance. Ms. Cook holds the Chartered Financial Analyst®️ designation and is a member of the CFA Society of Los Angeles.
Ms. Cook spent several years working and volunteering for the Center for Autism and Other Related Disorders (CARD), where she specifically worked with children between the ages of 2-5. She enjoys traveling, hiking, viticulture, boxing, martial arts, and yoga in her free time.