Treasurer & Co-Founder

Growing up during the 80s and 90s amid the crack cocaine epidemic in the Bed-Stuy area of Brooklyn, NY, Carla's experience with recovery came through witnessing and experiencing the devastation of Substance Abuse Disorder to her community, among her friends, and in her home. Her older brother is a peer in long-term recovery for over 20 years. As a sister of a peer in recovery, she brings the family perspective of addiction and recovery. Her family knowledge and understanding of Substance Abuse Disorder has spurred her passion to be an advocate and an active ally in the recovery community.

Joining with Chris to co-found IMPACT Alliance of South Atlanta, Inc., Carla is the organizational and administrative force behind this RCO. With 20+ years of experience in corporate, Carla brings a wide range of administrative skills and experience. She also brings to the team a broad understanding of fundraising and Board building garnered during her time spent in the fundraising arm of a major area hospital. She also spent several years as a Lifestyle Director for a Golf and Country Club Community adding large event planning to her repertoire. Carla is a proud alum of Hampton University having earned her Bachelor's degree in 1998. For the past 10 years Carla has been a Cardiology Imaging Professional and is currently training to become a Life and Health Coach.