Supporting Our Justice & Equity Series
Summer Search draws upon 32 years of experience mentoring and empowering young leaders to build their confidence, break through systemic barriers, and win economic equality.
We present our Championing for Justice and Equity (CJE) series as a space for our broader community to:
from experts and thought leaders in business, the public sector, sports, academia, and education.
your organization to confront, reflect, and discuss truths.
a more inclusive talent pipeline and attract the next generation of leaders.
Thank You to Our CJE Sponsors
2022 Sponsors

2021 Sponsors




Sponsorship Opportunities
$5K Partners
$10K Mentor Sponsor
$25K Leadership Sponsor
Contact Our CJE Leadership Team
Want to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities, contribution levels, benefits, and more? Please reach out to a member of our CJE leadership team.
Sylvia Watts McKinney
Executive Director, Summer Search Philadelphia
215.399.9104
Funds raised will support Summer Search's equity initiatives, including our CJE series.
Our CJE Committee

Tracy Motley – Chair
Upper School Math Teacher, The Episcopal Academy

Larry Brotzge
Managing Partner, Robin Hood Ventures

Tom Cole
Managing Partner, Troutman Pepper

Cesar “CJ” Cortorreal
Teacher, Kensington Creative and Performing Arts High School
Alumnus, Summer Search Philadelphia

Gisel Endara
Operations Coordinator, Summer Search New York City

Daria Hirsch
Communications Consultant

Antonio "AJ" Gutierrez
Co-Founder, Chief of Marketing and Communications, sagaeducation.org
Alumnus, Summer Search Boston

Saúl Guzman
Senior-Director of PR, Marketing & Communications, Alvanon
Alumnus, Summer Search Bay Area

Brendan Hill
National Marketing and Communications Manager, Summer Search

Kate Hudson
Communications Manager, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport/Port of Seattle
Alumna, Summer Search Seattle

Lance Jones
National Director of Marketing and Communications, Summer Search

Cecilia Juan
National Development Manager, Summer Search

Pam Lehrer
Sr. Vice President & General Counsel, Berwind Corporation

Kris Leja
Former Executive Director, Summer Search Bay Area

Kristie Loftus
Director of Development, Summer Search Boston

Melanie Lyons
Executive Director, Summer Search Seattle

Marie Pierre
Alumna, Summer Search Bay Area

Steve Poole
President, SHPoole Consulting

Peter Retzlaff
Executive Director, Summer Search New York City

Dr. Marc Spencer
National Board Member, Summer Search

Robin Wilson-Tolbert, CPC, ACC, ELI-MP
Leadership and Career Design and Development Coach

Hermese Velasquez
Executive Director, Summer Search Boston
Alumna, Boston