Community-Led • Board-Governed • EIN 41-5218469

Our Team

Broken to Bespoke is led by Black clinicians, educators, and community leaders from Minnesota. We are small, rooted, and accountable to the youth and families we serve.

Dr. Carl L. Young, PhD

Dr. Carl L. Young, PhD

Founder & Executive Director, Board Member

Visionary founder with PhD in Behavioral Health & Organizational Leadership. Former middle school mental health therapist with Wilder Foundation's Kofi Services — culturally-specific, school-based program for African-American youth. Provides strategic direction ensuring all programming aligns with mission.

Leigh Gamble

Leigh Gamble

Treasurer, Board Member

Primary responsibility for financial oversight, budgeting, and fiscal accountability. Ensures sound financial practices, full transparency, and compliance with federal and state reporting. Steward of donor contributions and organizational resources.

Janay Douglas

Janay Douglas

Media, Community & Social Media Liaison, Board Member

Manages media presence, community engagement, and digital communications. Amplifies B2B voice across platforms and cultivates community partnerships with culturally resonant narratives.

Rev. Dr. Wanda Brooks-Long

Rev. Dr. Wanda Brooks-Long

Chief Academic Advisor, Board Member

Distinguished academic leader with 30+ years in education transformation. Former Chief Academic Officer, Principal, and State Turnaround Coach. CEO of University Educational Consultants. Ordained AME Reverend and author of Ashes to Ascension.

Join Our Team

Volunteer mentors, guest speakers, space partners, and sponsors needed. Columbia Heights & Twin Cities. Board-governed, EIN 41-5218469.

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