Brittany King-Pleas
Brittany King-Pleas (she/her)
“Far too often, policies are made by individuals who are disconnected from the realities of homelessness and the systemic barriers that Black and Brown communities face. I want to be in rooms where real decisions are happening and ensure that racial equity, lived experience, and trauma-informed care aren’t just buzzwords but actual guiding principles in how we operate.
I’ve spent my career balancing the operational side of homeless services with the human side—supporting staff, creating equitable processes, and advocating for clients. But I know that real change happens at the top, and I want to be in a position to influence hiring practices, program funding, and service delivery in a way that truly centers racial and social justice. Leadership, to me, is about shifting not just policies, but cultures, and I’m committed to building workplaces and service models that empower both staff and clients.”
Brittany King-Pleas is a visionary and empathetic leader with over a decade of experience in the nonprofit and philanthropy sectors. She began her career in College Access and Success, steadily advancing to Associate Director before transitioning into Workforce Development.
Currently, Brittany serves as a Senior Operations Manager at Chrysalis, where she oversees operations, manages key partnerships, and ensures the successful coordination of workforce programs. Acting in a directorial capacity, she plays a pivotal role in client relations, contract management, and service delivery, supporting a pool of over 100 clients.
Throughout her career, Brittany has been deeply committed to advancing economic mobility, social equity, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. She has led strategic partnerships, managed multi-year grant portfolios, and championed workplace DEI efforts to foster inclusive environments. A skilled public speaker and thought leader, she is passionate about driving mission-aligned initiatives that create lasting social impact.
Brittany holds a Master of Social Work (Integrated Health) from California State University, Long Beach, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kalamazoo College.