African American Leadership Institute Announces Daphne McDole as First CEO
Austin, TX – [1/21/2025] – The African American Leadership Institute (AALI) is proud to announce the appointment of Daphne McDole as its first-ever Chief Executive Officer. This momentous announcement marks a key milestone in AALI’s journey as the organization enters a new chapter of growth and impact.
This milestone would not have been possible without the generous capacity-building support from the Moody Foundation and St. David’s Foundation, whose strong commitment to AALI’s mission will be vital in ensuring the success and sustainability of the organization.
BiNi Coleman, Co-founder of AALI and CEO of 212 Catalysts, expressed support of the foundations, saying, “The partnership and generosity of the Moody Foundation and St. David’s Foundation has been integral in making this leadership transition possible. We are grateful for their belief in our vision and for helping us in a real, tangible way to create a solid foundation for the future.”
As the new CEO, Daphne McDole will play a pivotal role in shaping AALI's future, strengthening the team and organizational capacity to propel this game changing initiative into its next phase. Her leadership will be instrumental in advancing AALI's mission to foster leadership, advocacy, and empowerment within the African American community in Central Texas and beyond.
McDole brings to AALI a wealth of experience in development and community service, having held key roles at Huston-Tillotson University, Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Texas, and Texas Preparatory School. Throughout her career, McDole has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advancing the well-being and success of the African American community.
“I am deeply honored to take on this role as the first CEO of AALI,” said Daphne McDole. “AALI’s community has always inspired me with its resilience, determination, and dreams for the future. Together with AALI’s team and supporters, I look forward to furthering our mission to create an even stronger, more vibrant Black community in Greater Austin.”
About the African American Leadership Institute
Founded in March 2020, the African American Leadership Institute (AALI) is committed to enhancing civic awareness and leadership opportunities that drive innovative community impact across Central Texas. AALI’s mission is to build a stronger Black Austin community by equipping exceptional leaders to fulfill their moral responsibility of improving lives in the city, state, and beyond. If you’re interested in partnering with AALI to further its mission please reach out to info@aaliaustin.org.
About the Moody Foundation
The Moody Foundation is a leading philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities, primarily focusing on supporting efforts that benefit education, health, arts, and community development. The foundation’s commitment to AALI has played a significant role in advancing the organization's mission.
About St. David’s Foundation
St. David’s Foundation is a community-focused and equity-driven organization supporting health and well-being in a five-county area surrounding Central Texas. Through a unique partnership with St. David's HealthCare, the Foundation strategically reinvests proceeds from the hospital system back into the community, with a goal of advancing health equity and improving the health of our most underserved Central Texas neighbors.
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