Chrystani Heinrich
FOUNDER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Chrystani Heinrich has always been a champion for women. Early in life, she recognized the importance of sisterhood and the meaningful connections that can form among women. In her youth, she was a Girl Scout, and she believes that is what set her on the path to helping others within her community.

For 12 years, she worked in Education as the Assistant Librarian at Compton High School, where Compton Girls Club was founded. She has collaborated with organizations to provide strong programming focused on educating girls and gender-nonconforming youth to the community.

Jasmine Corrales
PROGRAM MANAGER

Jasmine Corrales is a program manager, art historian, and creative thinker based in Los Angeles. She holds a BFA from San Francisco State University in Art History, with an emphasis on Black Contemporary women artists. She has always continued her focus and career on uplifting and supporting the voices of women of color.

Sherida Harris
YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Sherida Harris is a Los Angeles native who has focused her career on providing enriching and mindful experiences for Black and Brown families in South LA for over 20 years. 

Her professional philosophy incorporates both a holistic and solution-based approach, which supports a space and positive narrative for at-risk youth and families to thrive. As a Support Service Manager, her commitment is the betterment of all youth and their families through empowerment and an asset-based approach; everyone has something to contribute. 

Sherida is a graduate of the LA Community College District Early Childhood Education program, where she earned her Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's from GCU in Sociology with/ an Emphasis in Social Work.

Brittany Pollard
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Brittany Pollard is a wellness practitioner, meditation facilitator, and the founder of “Our Wildest Dreams”. With a passion for holistic well-being, she guides individuals in mindfulness and meditation, fostering a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit. As the visionary behind Our Wildest Dreams, Brittany helps people craft and achieve their life visions, promoting intentional and purpose-driven living.

Brittany’s expertise spans a 15-year career in wellness, beginning with her B.S. in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. She has since worked to guide clients through trauma-informed life coaching, breathwork, meditation, and fitness and nutrition. Brittany is also a highly skilled program operations consultant and project manager for online wellness companies, having helped thousands of people around the world.

Ariyana Hernandez
INTERIM BOARD PRESIDENT

Ariyana is a strategist, creative marketer, and partnerships expert operating at the confluence of luxury, fashion, art, and contemporary culture.

She has a breadth of experience across digital marketing, experiential, brand partnerships and influencer - with a focus on ways brands & talent can increase awareness, revenue and relevancy.

Jenelle Bossett - Allen
CO-CHAIR PRESIDENT

With a passion for strategic planning focused on raising philanthropic support, Jenelle Bossett-Allen has over ten years of experience in business development. As the Director of Development for the UCLA Anderson School of Management, Jenelle secures major gifts, leveraging her knowledge and insight from the non-profit higher education sector. Jenelle enjoys mentoring and volunteering for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles in her free time. Jenelle has her BA in Comparative Literature and Global Studies from the University of California, Los Angeles.

Sade Lee
TREASURER

Sade Lee is a hospitality professional and proud Howard University Alumna with a deep commitment to service, mentorship, and community impact. With a background in luxury hotels, she brings a people-first approach to leadership, centering culture, connection, and inclusion in all she does.

As Board Treasurer for Compton Girls Club, Sade is passionate about creating access and opportunity for young women, especially in spaces where they are underrepresented. She believes in leading with integrity, lifting others as she climbs, and showing up as a resource for the next generation.

Shandrea Evans
SECRETARY

Shandrea is an award-winning writer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles by way of Augusta, GA. Her work has been recognized with honors, including the Deutsche Bank Frieze LA Film Award and a recent NAACP Image Award nomination. She has participated in fellowships with Women in Film, HBO's Insecure, and SuperSpecial, and collaborated with major brands like Google, Nike, Vans, and NBCUniversal to shape and amplify their stories. As a first-generation college graduate raised by a young single mother, Shandrea deeply connects with the mission of Compton G.IRLS Club and is committed to supporting the next generation of young women.