Founder & Program Director

Remi Odunsi is a multimedia artist, creative entrepreneur and organizational psychologist with a passion for empowering youth from historically underserved communities through the arts. With over 10 years of experience working in youth programs and the creative industries, she founded House of Futures to teach young creatives how to think and build as leaders, so they can give back to their families and communities as thinkers, makers, and game-changers.

Co-Founder & Program Associate

Ky'Naisha Severe, is a co-founder and program associate at House of Futures (HOF). Inspired by her own experiences working in creative youth programs, Ky’Naisha helped to brainstorm ideas and build the foundations for House of Futures, while working as assistant to HOF Founder, Remi Odunsi. Ky’Naisha is passionate about using the arts to empower underserved youth and create a more equitable future.

Social Media Manager

Katherine Ann Cacho is a recent college graduate, creative content writer, social media manager, and video editor. Katherine manages the social media for House of Futures, using her skill sets to tell our stories in meaningful ways. Katherine is passionate about helping to provide young people with the knowledge and resources they need to pursue their creative dreams and make a difference in the world.

Founding Board Member

Marcia Cannon is a senior technical advisor for the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, and a founding member of the House of Futures Board of Directors. She has over 20 years of experience in technology and operations. Marcia is passionate providing young creators with the skills and knowledge they need to pursue a career in the arts, as well as the business acumen they need to succeed in the industry.

Advisory Board Member

Donald Stephens is a Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase & Co. He has over 22 years of experience in the financial industry, with a proven track record of success. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Donald is a member of the House of Futures Advisory Board. Donald is passionate advocate for underserved youth, committed to creating safe and supportive spaces where young creatives can explore their identities, express themselves authentically, and learn to use their talents to make a difference in the world.

Advisory Board Member

Dagene z. Brown is the Director of Racial Equity Practice Director for the llinois Department of Children and Family Service, a full-time Licensed Social Worker, and an Advisory Board Member at House of Futures. Dagene is passionate about working with creative youth to promote social justice and catalyze social change. She believes that the arts are a powerful tool for empowering young people and helping them to develop their voices.