
Educate. Develop. Mentor. Empower!
Jewell Jackson McCabe
Emerging Leaders Institute, Inc.
Jewell Jackson McCabe
Emerging Leaders Institute
ELI has grown exponentially through the years, and we are grateful to the following people who have led the organization.



Leo Brown, Past President 2010
Leo Brown is a Human Resources executive with progressive experience in Human Resources, Leadership Development, Performance Management and Training. He currently serves as the Senior Director of Human Resources and Administration at the University of Louisville. Leo has excelled working in the distinct niche of human resources in education - both public and higher education.
Travena Evegan, Past President 2012
Travena Evegan is the CEO of TZ Solutions Group, a technical support (hardward and software) organization that specializes in deployments, conversions, and installations.
Jordan R. Murphy, Founding Chair 2009-11
Jordan R. Murphy was the founding chairwoman of ELI and served on the board while attending Spelman College. Upon graduating, Jordan worked in various research laboratories at Emory University. Currently, she aspires to pursue a nursing degree and work as a nurse researcher and clinician.