As a staff and board, we are deeply reflecting on the lessons learned as we navigate this time of change and transition. We are accountable and committed to sharing our reflections and insights to our community throughout this year, as we know much of what we’re experiencing is not unique to CompassPoint.
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May 14, 2024
We are excited for Liz’s next chapter in her career, and offer congratulations to her as she steps into this new role focused on Black movement building.
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August 28, 2023
We’re thrilled to announce that Asha Mehta has joined Liz Derias and Shannon Ellis as CompassPoint’s newest Co-Executive Director.
June 27, 2023
We’re excited to re-introduce the CompassPoint board to you—six experienced leaders who are co-creating governance with us in ways that challenge traditional notions around the power of boards, and helping us activate our commitment to racial justice as a multiracial organization that centers pro-Blackness.
April 10, 2023
Read MoreWe're excited to launch a new online, two-day training this summer: Liberatory Principles and Practices for White Supervisors. Read more about it here.
August 24, 2022
CompassPoint continues to grow our ability to support Black leaders and power building efforts and move toward regenerative financial practices, inside and out. We are thrilled to share that we have three new Project Directors joining our team: Monica Marie Avery, Maryssa Hall, and Kyla Hartsfield.
July 28, 2021
It’s been a few months since we shared an update about executive leadership transitions at CompassPoint, and now, we’re excited to share that Liz Derias and Shannon Ellis are formally CompassPoint’s Co-Executive Directors!
June 14, 2021
Although we’re leaving our physical space for now, we remain deeply committed to returning to in-person learning and will continue to be rooted in the Bay Area. We fully intend to have a new home base for folks to gather and learn together. Read our full message to our community.
March 5, 2021
Closing one chapter of executive leadership at CompassPoint with gratitude and opening a new one.