Meet the Equality NC Board

Collins Saint advises and litigates on behalf of public and private educational institutions and school boards on an array of education law issues, including special education and disability issues, civil rights laws, and tort claims. He also represents businesses in a variety of industries to resolve disputes, litigating in state and federal court when necessary. He has a particular focus on diversity and civil rights issues, including issues related to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and religion.

Marie is a MPH candidate at the Gillings School of Global Public Health. She has worked on several campaigns in a variety of roles, from organizing to finance.

Carrie Randa is an advocate and ally who was already an active member of the ENC PAC board prior to joining the C4 board of directors. Carrie is the Vice President of Legal at Veranex, Inc., a global company working in the medical technology space. Carrie attended James Madison University (GO DUKES!) where she majored in psychology with minors in criminal justice and German, the University of North Carolina at Wilmington where she received her master’s in psychology and then ultimately Campbell University for her law degree. Carrie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading a good book, and volunteering for organizations making an impact and difference in our communities.

Zach is Chief Operating Officer for Global Banking and Markets Operations at Bank of America. Zach’s responsibilities include management of business operations activities including business planning, people management, location, and resource strategy as well as financial and expense management. Zach has been with Bank of America for 16 years. Prior to Bank of America, Zach held numerous positions in technology, including product management, solution design, and custom application development utilizing satellite networks for delivery of video content. Zach is Six Sigma Green Belt Certified and graduated from Westminster College with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Zach manages Diversity and Inclusion for GBAM Operations and sits on the Global Technology and Operations Diversity and Inclusion Council. Zach is also Ambassador Coordinator for the LGBT+ Pride Ally Program across the firm. Zach is based in Charlotte, NC where he lives with his husband and two children.

Monique is a strategy maven who excels at motivating teams, finding creative paths out of problems, and applying the right technology to get maximum effect. With a special ability to transform challenges into opportunities, she spent over 2 decades helping businesses and organizations communicate with clarity and purpose. She and her wife co-founded Velasquez Digital Media Communications LLC, a firm dedicated to crafting compelling videos, communication strategies and campaigns serving NC’s governments and nonprofits. In her work she has informed, empowered communities, amplifying voices that matter. A certified Hello Seven Business and Mindset Coach, guilds LGBTQ and BIPOC entrepreneurs in creating sustainable, scalable businesses. A long-time business owner, she understands that success requires more than experience; it demands strategy, resilience, and the right partnerships. Monique is more than a communications expert, she’s a catalyst for growth, impact and lasting success.

Michael is a lifelong North Carolinian who now lives in Raleigh. He is an advocate who believes we can talk and chew gum at the same time: we can work towards a better future while also making practical changes now.

He volunteers his time working to end domestic violence in North Carolina and serves as the Treasurer for North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence. He also advocates for fair and affordable housing.

Professionally, Michael holds a degree in Business Administration from UNC Chapel Hill and has previously held two financial services licenses. After working as a financial analyst at a large financial institution, he was a legislative staff member in the North Carolina General Assembly where he developed expertise on sexual assault and domestic violence policy and managed multiple violence prevention bills which became law. Michael is currently in his third year of law school at UNC Chapel Hill and will join a law firm in Chapel Hill after passing the Bar.

Italo is originally from Lima, Peru and moved to Hampstead, NC at 9 years old. He is a graduate from the North Carolina Central University School of Law and UNC-Asheville. Italo is the former Chair of the Durham Mayor's Hispanic-Latino Committee and began his service with ENC as a member of the Political Action Committee in 2019.