ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIPLeading with purpose and building systems that help every student thrive.
At Made in Durham, we believe that leadership means taking action that strengthens pathways from education to career.
Our leadership team puts trauma-informed practices and real-world support behind every student’s journey. We focus on aligning teams, improving systems, and creating clear routes toward opportunity. When young people have the structure they need, they can move forward with confidence and purpose.
This work is rooted in action and impact because strong systems build strong futures.
This is only the beginning.
The video you just watched is part of “Made in Durham Explained,” a series that offers a closer look at how we do our work. It is about more than programs or initiatives. It is about designing solutions that last, adapting to meet the needs of young people, and managing the future with care, intention, and hard work. Every time we come together to make a difference, it opens the door to the next chapter for someone in Durham.
This is systems work. We can change how Durham supports young people from education to employment, but it takes leadership, care, and commitment.
Let’s connect.
If you are part of a company, foundation, or philanthropic organization and are interested in exploring potential collaborations to make a positive impact in our community, we would love to hear from you.
Casey Steinbacher
Executive Director
csteinbacher@madeindurham.org
Rasheed Bellamy
Chief Operations Officer
rbellamy@madeindurham.org