Team
Meet the Association of Leadership Programs Team
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Contact C. Marie with questions about:
- Operations
- Partnerships
- Strategic Goals
- The ALP Board
- The Certified Community Leadership Practitioner (CCLP) Program
C. Marie Taylor (she/her) is a nationally respected leader with more than 25 years of experience in organizational leadership, adult learning, and social impact. She serves as the Executive Director of the Association of Leadership Programs, bringing a deep commitment to strengthening community leadership development across the country and beyond.
C. Marie is the Founder of Equity Through Action, a consulting firm dedicated to advancing workplace equity through culture transformation, strategic advising, adult learning design, and executive coaching. As a Certified Professional Diversity Coach, her people-centered approach has supported leaders and organizations navigating complex challenges and building more inclusive, effective environments. Her professional experience spans leadership program development, nonprofit management, and cross-sector collaboration for organizations committed to community advancement.
Before launching Equity Through Action, C. Marie served as the Executive Director of Leadership Montgomery (MD), where she strengthened the region’s leadership pipeline and expanded the program’s community impact. She currently serves as a program consultant for Leadership Tomorrow (WA), designing sessions focused on leadership, civic engagement, and community development.
C. Marie holds an MBA and a BA in Human Relations from Trinity Washington University. Her career has been grounded in the belief that inclusive leadership is essential to thriving, equitable communities.
Originally from Washington, D.C., C. Marie now calls the greater Seattle area home. She brings a passion for community, connection, and lifelong learning to her role at ALP.
She began her tenure as Executive Director in November 2025 and serves in a part-time capacity.
Contact Zoë with questions about:
- Membership
- Affinity Groups
- ALP Ambassadors
- ALP Conference
Zoë Lewis-Monkman (she/her) is a passionate leader driven by a deep desire to inspire and empower others. Originally from Jamaica and raised in Florida, Zoë earned dual BAs in American Sign Language Interpreting and Theatre: Stage Management with a Leadership minor from the University of South Florida – Tampa. Her diverse professional experience spans program development, nonprofit leadership, event planning, project management, and arts advocacy and education. She comes to ALP from Leadership Lincoln (NE), where she served as Program Manager, overseeing three adult programs and spearheading a new Alumni Association. During her time with Leadership Lincoln, she served as the Nebraska Ambassador for ALP and Flagship Affinity Group co-chair.
Currently based in Lincoln, Nebraska, Zoë is dedicated to creating positive change and fostering community engagement and inclusivity. Her commitment to creating equitable space has been a cornerstone of her career. She serves on multiple boards with nonprofits supporting the arts and youth development. She also owns an event planning and project management agency. Her personal motto is "Don't be afraid to be passionate. Passion inspires."
Outside of her professional roles, Zoë enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and Jesus. She loves to travel, as well as anything related to theatre, Disney, and reality TV. Since September 2024, Zoë has been serving in a part-time capacity as Director of Membership Experience for the Association of Leadership Programs.