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MU
RIEL BOWSER
MAYOR
March 31, 2026
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 504
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
In accordance with section 2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-
142; D.C. Official Code § 1- 523.01), and pursuant to section 2 of the Commission on African-
American Affairs Establishment Act of 2012, effective March 14, 2012 (D.C. Law 19 -106; D.C.
Official Code § 3-1441), I am pleased to nominate the following individual:
Mr. Ty Powell
Verbena Street, NW
Washington, DC 20012
(Ward 4)
for appointment as a public member of the Commission on African-American Affairs, filling a vacant
seat formerly held by Philip Pannell, for the remainder of an unexpired term to end July 8, 2027.
Enclosed, you will find biographical information detailing the experience of the above-m entioned
nominee, together with a proposed resolution to assist the Council during the confirmation process.
I would appreciate the Council’s earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation. Please
do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayor’s Office of Talent and
Appointments, should the Council require additional information.
Sincerely,
Muriel B owser
Mayor
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at the request of the Mayor
A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
To confirm the appointment of Ty Powell to the Commission on African-American Affairs.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
resolution may be cited as the "Commission on African-American Affairs Ty Powell
Confirmation Resolution of 2026".
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the appointment of:
Ty Powell
Verbena Street, NW
Washington, DC 20012
(Ward 4)
as a public member of the Commission on African-American Affairs, established pursuant to
section 2 of the Commission on African-American Affairs Establishment Act of 2012, effective
March 14, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-106; D .C. Official Code§ 3-1441), filling a vacant seat formerly
held by Philip Pannell, for the remainder of an unexpired term to end July 8, 2027.
Sec. 3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution,
upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Mayor.
Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
TY HOBSON POWELL
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Summary
Dedicated community leader with a proven track record of developing initiatives that foster equity-based outcomes,
community engagement, and strategic partnerships. Fluent in the language of organizing and equipped with a strong
background in program management, relationship building, and advocacy. Committed to addressing organizational needs
through collaborative efforts and innovative solutions that prioritize practicality.
Education
Liberty University Lynchburg, V A
M.A in Health & Wellness - Human Services May 2013
University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD
B.A in Psychology, History, Government & Public Policy May 2011
Experience
DC Department of Healthcare Finance (DC Medicaid) Washington, D.C.
Chief Outreach & Wellness Officer January 2025- Present
● Strengthen awareness and fostering trust of DHCF services and programs through culturally competent
community engagement efforts.
● Build agency relationships with community organizations, sister agencies and other key stakeholders.
● Gather real-time feedback from beneficiaries and residents to inform DHCF policy decisions.
● Design and implement agency-wide physical, mental and financial wellness programs for staff.
● Develop regular wellness communications with cross-administration input.
Revolution Field Strategies Jackson, MS
Political Program Director August 2024 – November 2024
● Collaborate with national leadership and the client to develop and implement all components of a strategic
statewide door-to-door canvassing and lobbying operation in key metropolitan areas.
● Lead, coach, and manage the day-to-day activities of the state project team, overseeing all aspects of hiring,
training, and team member accountability.
● Cultivate an inclusive culture that fosters learning and professional growth for every team member in the state.
Supervise the planning, execution, and performance of each project, emphasizing the delivery of high-quality,
cost-efficient campaign results.
● Maintain close communication and engagement with client stakeholders in partnership with RFS leadership.
● Ensure adherence to reporting and accountability protocols, delivering up-to-date, actionable data and information
to campaign leadership.
DC Board of Elections Washington D.C.
M
anager - Mail In Ballot Processing Division April 2024 – September 2024
● Directed all phases of the mail in ballot processing cycle from planning to implementation in accordance
with Federal and local laws for the District of Columbia’s in-state, out of state, overseas and military voters.
● Developed and ran the D.C.'s inaugural non-citizen mail-in voting program.
● Formulated comprehensive standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and adaptability, resolution of
data entry errors, creation of assistive job aids, and establishment of chain of custody protocols.
● Led research initiatives on international best practices that focus on optimizing electoral efficiency while
minimizing costs.
51 for 51 Washington D.C.
Lead Organizer
June 2019 – Present
● Analyzes legislation, regulations, and research data to produce clear, compelling reports and presentations.
● Creates and im plements integrated communications strategy across all social media channels.
● Collaborates cross-functionally with the strategic com munications team as the point spokesperson for 51 for 51.
● Prepares press releases and literature in coordination with senior leadership.
● Analyzes & measures ROI for advocacy projects, streamlining approaches as needed to ensure investment in the
appropriate tools and resources.
Global Kids Washington D.C.
Assistant Director of Programs November 2023 – April 2024
● Designed, coordinated and facilitated experiential learning pro grams across five D.C. Public Schools.
● Managed day-to-day operations across program sites to ensure implementation of quality programming.
● Managed program finances, developed budget proposals, and supervised grants manager to ensure meticulous
tracking of revenue, expenses, and grant compliance.
● Developed and adm inistered annual curriculum maps, organizational program goals, and events, ensuring
alignment with established outcomes and contractual requirements.
● L ed recruitment efforts for full-time and part-time program staff, as well as student program participants.
● E xecuted the hiring and onboarding of employees to meet organizational capacity needs.
Marion Barry Youth Leadership Institute Washington D.C.
Coordinator, Leadership Development & Civic Engagement April 2023 – November 2023
● Managed day-to-day operations of the Marion Barry Y outh Leadership Institute.
● Directed a team of Community Outreach Navigators focused on street outreach, connective services, volunteer
engagement and youth government, resulting in enhanced participant engagement and support.
● Developed and executed the Marion Barry Y outh Leadership Institute’s strategic vision and operational work
plan, utilizing comprehensive leadership development strategies, leveraging neighborhood programs and
community partnerships to address diverse community and organizational needs.
DC Departm
ent of Employment Services Washington, D.C.
Program Analyst/Special Projects Manager June 2020 – April 2023
● Analyzed econom ic trends, labor market patterns and national job training programs to propose
recommendations
● for best practices in workforce developm ent and adult education that increase equity-based outcomes in the
District.
● Served as the of ficial Bureau Lead for data governance for the Office of Youth Programs and assisted the Office
of Information Technology in the conceptualization and development of a data management system for the Office
of Youth Programs.
● Developed and m anaged workforce business engagement and training grant programs.
University of District of Columbia Washington, D.C.
Civic Engagement Coordinator October 2019 – May 2020
● Coordinated project developm ent and project management for complex initiatives, including multi-stakeholder
collaborations, that promoted the importance of civic engagement and the electoral process.
● Appointed by the Of fice of the President to represent the University during campaigns, conferences, media
appearances and public-facing events. Worked closely with senior university leadership, including the Director of
Strategic Initiatives, to facilitate fundraising efforts.
● Conducted research on various topics including best practices in university/community partnerships, educational
innovation and redesigns, student engagement, college preparation and summer bridge programs, future careers,
and grant funding.
● Served on the initial COVID-19 crisis response team for the Office of the President.
Hillary For America Erie, Pennsylvania
Field Organizer August 2016 – November 2016
● Developed and monitored complex political strategies and coordinated targeted demographic specific outreach
activities tailored to promote organic community networking and optimized civic engagement.
● Managed confidential data collection, entry, and retention for the duration of the campaign.
● Recruited, trained, managed and tracked for volunteer recruitment teams, voter registration, absentee voting
efforts and voter contact programs such as phone banks and canvasses for Erie County’s Sixth District.
E
xecutive Office of the Mayor – Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments
John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600 | Washington, DC 20004
T
y Powell
M
r. Ty Powell was born and raised in Washington, D.C. and is a leader
with a passion for equity and social impact. He specializes in grassroots
organizing, policy advocacy, and community engagement. His
professional journey is marked by a commitment to amplifying
underrepresented voices and creating sustainable change through
collaborative efforts.
Mr. Powell currently serves as Chief Outreach & Wellness Officer at the
DC Department of Healthcare Finance. Prior to that, he was the Political
Program Director for Revolution Field Strategies.
A Ward 4 resident, Mr. Powell earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology,
History, Government and Public Policy from the University of Baltimore and his Master of Arts
in Human Services from Liberty University.
GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser
Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor
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The John A. Wilson Building • 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW • Suite 300 • Washington, D.C. 20004 • Office (202) 724-7681
To: Kimberly A. Bassett, Steven Walker
From: Betsy Cavendish
Date: March 25, 2026
Subject: Legal sufficiency review of a resolution appointing public members to the
Commission on African-American Affairs
This is to Certify that this office has reviewed the above-referenced Resolutions and
found them to be legally unobjectionable. If you have any questions in this regard, please do not
hesitate to call Kimberly Ulan, Associate General Counsel, Executive Office of the Mayor, at
202-727-2292, or me at 202-724-7681.
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Elizabeth Cavendish