David Colbert, Jr. is the Executive Director and Founder of Compton Art Walk, Inc.. David was born and raised in Compton, graduated high school from Compton Dominguez High School. From there, David went on to study sociology at California State University, Dominguez Hills.

David’s vision and passion for the arts led him to start the Compton Art Walk. He envisioned creating a safe space for the arts, a place where artists of all types could have a positive platform. At a young age, David established himself as an up and coming curator of LA vibes.

Christi McDaniel is the Founder of two amazing companies. Raised by her grandparents and aunt, she is familiar with the hardships of not having the “perfect family” all too well. Despite always feeling like something was missing in her life, Christi concealed her feelings and wore a brave face to assure her younger sisters that eventually things would be fine for them.

The grace and hope Christi exudes to others fueled the fire to keep going on her own journey and literally building her own legacies. In March of 2013, she decided it was time to move forward with her vision, and Children Striving Together was established. Christi states, “Our youth need the guidance and support to know that with or without the perfect family, CST will make a way to bring something special and significant to each and every child's life.” Years later, she still stands on helping people and her community, so as of February of 2019, The Power Legacy was created.

Some of Christi’s skills include, but are not limited to, youth motivator, non-profit consultant, grant writing and sponsorship assistance, and non-profit management, just to name a few. Being a part of the Compton Art Walk family is something she is proud of and cannot wait to continue the work.

Stephanie Ibarra grew up in the city of Compton and graduated from Manuel Dominguez High school 2016.

She is currently a first generation college student at California Baptist University’s College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design program (CAVAD) where she is pursuing a degree in Architecture.

There she learned and gained the skills to become an interdisciplinary designer, model maker, artist and creative consultant. Meanwhile, she also became a semifinalist in the Walt Disney Imagineering Design competition of 2020.

The arts and design have always fascinated Stephanie, from culinary arts down to FIFA and the NBA’s shoe design for their own athletes. She strives to be someone who will always have the time to grow intentional relationships and impact others to not only pursue what they love, but enjoy the process along the way.

Krystyl Wright, LCSW is a graduate from Humboldt State University in Sociology and Masters of Social Work from University of Southern California. Krystyl provides clients with a core understanding of Psychodynamic framework, however, the goal has become guiding and coaching to help individuals towards A Life Worth Living 365 days and beyond. She provides patients with skills that focus on in-depth experience with culturally and gender sensitivities who are suffering from moderate to extreme psychiatric issues. She offers a range of evidence -based therapy including, but not limited to, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). Krystyl is the co-founder of LOT XI, originated in Compton, CA a community conscious urban apothecary brand. LOT XI encourages self-care products through fair trade and using non-toxic ingredients while doing meaningful work through our XI essential ways of living.

Bobby Jones was born in Compton, California and played high school basketball at Dominguez High School and Long Beach Polytechnic High School. He also played at the collegiate level at the University of Washington, was a four-year starter and graduated in 2006 with a B.A. in Writing. He was then drafted as the 37th pick in the 2006 NBA Draft where he played 2 years and spent the last 12 seasons playing in Italy. Bobby has a strong interest in mentoring, public speaking, writing, directing and producing.

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