A Message from
Utica J. Gray, PhD
I am truly honored and humbled to be selected as the Executive Director of Lumity and to lead this remarkable organization into its next phase of growth and development. Lumity has built an extraordinary legacy of expanding opportunities for young people through STEM education, career exploration, and pathways to economic opportunity. I am excited to build on that foundation and work alongside Lumity’s dedicated staff, Board, partners, supporters, and the young people we serve to deepen our impact, strengthen our sustainability, and thoughtfully and intentionally expand our reach. The cornerstone of this next phase will be centered around partnerships—stewarding and deepening the relationships Lumity has built over the years while establishing and cultivating new partnerships that expand opportunities for young people and strengthen our collective impact. Together, we will ensure that more young people (regardless of their background or circumstances) have the knowledge, skills, relationships, and opportunities they need to realize their fullest potential and thrive.
I also want to express my sincere gratitude to Kara Kennedy for her vision, leadership, and the tremendous dedication she has given to Lumity throughout her tenure as Executive Director. Her commitment and contributions have helped shape Lumity into the exceptional organization it is today, and I wish her the very best as she retires.
Utica J. Gray, PhD
Lumity Executive Director
