Advisors are leaders who shape the Network by providing strategic insights, guiding priorities and decision-making, and interpreting research.
Jade Evans
Jade is the Assistant Director of Congregational Innovation in the Education Beyond the Walls Department at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Jade’s work gives particular focus to the 787 Collective, an initiative that bridges the gap between young adults and communities of faith. In addition, Jade is pursuing a PhD in Religious Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on African diaspora/Black religions, mortuary politics, and sacred Black geographies. She holds an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary, with certification in Black Church Studies. She has completed a Clinical Pastoral Education residency with a concentration in psychiatric and perinatal care. She also serves as Associate Minister at David Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.
Mireya Guzman
Mireya is the Co-Founder and Co-Chair of Iskali’s Junior Board. Mireya works as an Associate at CRG, a Real Estate Development and Investment firm where she is responsible for supporting regional offices, the capital markets group, and senior leadership with financial analysis of new and existing development projects and analysis of the consolidated CRG platform. Prior to joining CRG, Mireya was a Portfolio Manager for Wintrust Bank in Chicago. Mireya received her BA in Economics with a minor in Political Science and a BA in Spanish Language and Literature from Dominican University. She was a member of Sigma Delta Pi (National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society). Mireya is also a member of the Young Associates Board (YAB) of Almost Home Kids. Mireya enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, and trying new restaurants.
Edward W. Olewinski
Eddie Olewinski is a Georgetown University graduate student in the field of Emergency and Disaster Management. He holds a BA and BS from DePaul University, where he studied supply chain operations, political science, and catholic studies. As an emergency management professional in Chicago, Eddie seamlessly merges his strong Roman Catholic vocation into his professional and personal endeavors. Embracing disaster response as a sacred duty, he is committed to safeguarding and serving others. Eddie applies essential Christian virtues to guide his approach, mindful of doing all for the greater glory of God. His dedication to the field fuels his mission to positively impact the community by fostering a climate of resilience and hope.
Amar D. Peterman
Amar D. Peterman is an author and theologian working at the intersection of faith and public life. He holds an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary and is the founder of Scholarship for Religion and Society LLC, a research and consulting firm working with some of the leading philanthropic and civic institutions, religious organizations, and faith leaders in America today. A widely published writer, Amar‘s work has been featured in Sojourners, Christianity Today, the Christian Century, Faithfully Magazine, Fathom, The Berkely Forum, and more. His first book, focusing on the common good, neighbor love, and faith formation, is under contract with Eerdmans Publishing Company.
Nicole Williams
Nicole, author of The Unboxing: A Black Girl’s Journey of Mental Health, Faith, and Identity, founded LUNA, a global ministry empowering students to discover God’s purpose in academics while prioritizing holistic health. Over the last 5 years, LUNA has served hundreds of students, making a significant impact. Nicole also serves as the worship leader at Bethel Church of Morristown, New Jersey, under the leadership of her father, Rev. Dr. Sidney Williams Jr. Beyond ministry, her online coaching business, Covenant Consulting, equips Christian leaders to establish impactful online ministries and six-figure coaching businesses. Holding a BA in Sociology and a minor in French from Princeton University, Nicole plans to pursue a master’s degree in international relations at Georgetown University’s Walsh School of Foreign Service, from which she will graduate in 2026.
