Meet CLIMB's Board of Directors

The motto, "lift as you climb" is Anthony Cobb's life conviction - believing that we have a responsibility to help others on our journey. Anthony is a human resources executive that has held various leadership positions across manufacturing and retail organizations.

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Dr. Mark C. Schug is Professor Emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Mark speaks and writes about economics and personal finance. A widely recognized scholar, he has written and edited over 230 articles, books, and national curriculum materials.​​​​

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Salli Martyniak is a nationally recognized expert in community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and brings a wealth of multi-sector experience to the table, particularly when exploring opportunities for strengthening communities and impact investing.​

 

Jeremy Tardy is an actor/director born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. Jeremy got his start working with First Stage Children's Theater where he performed in several plays making a name for himself in Milwaukee. 

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Carla Y. Cross is President and CEO of Cross Management Services, Inc., a business consulting firm that specializes in designing and implementing supplier diversity programs for corporations, developers and construction companies. 

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Jamar Jones, business owner, speaker, and author of the book, "Change Your Circle, Change Your Life," is a visionary who believes in leadership and subscribes to the notion that we can all connect with each other in a relatable way.

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Tori is the Director of Development & Operations at FULCRUM, taking broad responsibility for several key functions within the organization: fundraising and donor relations, finance, operations, and tactical organizational leadership.

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Ken is a U.S. Air Force veteran who has a Bachelor’s of Business in Accounting (cum laude) and an MBA from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. He is a licensed CPA, and has been recognized as Chief Financial Officer of the Year in Wisconsin in 2021.

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