SEG Welcomes Visionary Leaders in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Impact to its Board of Directors
For Immediate Release
December 12, 2024
SEG Welcomes Visionary Leaders in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Social Impact to its Board of Directors
Shirley X. Moore, Nishita Roy-Pope, and Melissa Snape bring diverse expertise and passion to advance SEG’s mission of fostering a more just, equitable, and resilient economy.
Providence, RI – Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG), Rhode Island’s pioneering social impact support organization, recently announced the addition of three new members to its robust board of directors. The new board members are Shirley X. Moore, Nishita Roy-Pope, and Melissa Snape.
“Shirley, Nishita, and Melissa bring a unique blend of expertise, innovation, and passion for creating meaningful social and economic impact,” said Julie Owens, CEO of SEG. “Their collective experience in entrepreneurship, corporate responsibility, and community development will further strengthen SEG’s mission to be a catalyst for social entrepreneurs and create a Rhode Island economy that works for all.”
Shirley X. Moore is the founder of B Moore Interpreting, a social impact organization dedicated to meeting the needs of local organizations and communities. As a dynamic entrepreneur and community leader with deep roots in both Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and Providence, she has built a business dedicated to bridging communication gaps and empowering organizations. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management and Leadership from Springfield College. A 2021 recipient of the Empowered Woman Award, Shirley is also a Wraparound Facilitator and a passionate advocate for supporting Latina entrepreneurs.
“Joining the SEG board is a full-circle moment for me. Having launched my company through SEG in 2016, it brings me great joy to return eight years later as a board member, serving a community that means so much to me. I look forward to contributing my experience as a Rhode Island-based business owner, a Latina, and what I call an unlikely entrepreneur,” said Moore.
Nishita Roy-Pope is an award-winning former corporate leader at a Fortune 50 global tech company, founder, speaker, and author. As founder and CEO of Tribe Academy, she has impacted thousands of students and professionals and connected them with opportunities at leading companies, such as Nike, Amazon, Fidelity, IGT and more. She is also the founder of Rhode Island’s Inclusive Innovation Conference, which brings together diverse leaders and professionals from across startups, corporate, non-profit, and higher education. She is a recognized leader and winner of PBN’s 40 Under 40, Woman to Watch in Tech, and Top DEI Company awards. She currently serves on the Technology Advisor Board for the Boston-based UP Education Network as well as Times2 Academy, and the RIHub New England Female Founders organization. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Wesleyan University and an MBA from Texas A&M University.
“SEG is a proven leader in serving thousands of socially-responsible businesses and connecting them with robust resources, diverse networks, and allowing them to deeply engage with our vibrant innovation ecosystem. I am excited to bring my broad leadership experience across the tech, entrepreneurship, education and social impact sectors to advance SEG’s critical and meaningful work. Rhode Island is where I grew up and my home and I am excited to support our incredible local innovators so they can thrive,” said Roy-Pope.
Melissa Snape is the Head of Corporate Citizenship at Collette Travel, and an accomplished senior executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in hospitality, tourism, and corporate responsibility. Her expertise spans strategy, product development, customer experience, marketing, sustainability, social impact, and employee engagement. She is a proven leader and advisor, skilled at driving customer-focused initiatives from ideation to execution across diverse organizations, including start-ups and middle-market companies. A certified coach, she has a strong background mentoring female executives, family businesses, and students, and serves as a strategic advisor and board member in both for-profit and nonprofit spaces. Melissa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Juris Doctorate from Boston University School of Law.
“I am honored to join the board of SEG, an inspirational organization dedicated to fostering a more just and resilient economy through the power of social enterprise. As someone passionately committed to the belief that businesses can both do well and do good, I am inspired by SEG’s commitment to create positive social and economic impact in Rhode Island and beyond by supporting innovative entrepreneurs, organizations, and mission-driven businesses. I look forward to working together to amplify efforts to address societal challenges, build inclusive communities, and ensure businesses serve as a force for good,” said Snape.
To see the full listing of SEG board of directors and advisory board membership, visit https://segreenhouse.org/board/.
About Social Enterprise Greenhouse:
SEG accelerates impact by providing inclusive support and networks for entrepreneurs and businesses committed to positive societal and economic change. SEG fosters an ecosystem of diverse stakeholders who work to enable a more just, equitable, and resilient economy that works for all. SEG is based in Rhode Island and operates statewide virtually and from sites in Providence, Newport, Woonsocket, and Pawtucket/Central Falls. Its network of 2,000+ enterprises and 200+ business and community leaders contributes time, expertise, and funding to grow Rhode Island’s social impact ecosystem. To learn more, visit www.segreenhouse.org.
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