DC Action, a nonprofit advocating for children, youth, and families in the District of Columbia, is pleased to welcome Keina Hodge as its Chief of Operations. Following an extensive national search led by Good Insight, Hodge will begin her new role in March.
“As DC Action grows, Keina’s leadership and expertise will ensure our operations function at the highest level, in service to families across the District,” said Kimberly Perry, DC Action’s Executive Director. “Together, we are working to make the District of Columbia a place where all kids can grow up safe, resilient, powerful, and heard.”
As Chief of Operations, a new role at DC Action, Hodge will design and implement policies and procedures to govern the organization’s operational and administrative functions.
“Growing up in a family of educators, I have always been passionate about education and driven by a desire to work in communities to help close the achievement gap,” said Hodge. “I am thrilled to contribute to DC Action’s work to help children reach their full potential.”
About Keina Hodge
Keina Hodge brings extensive expertise in operations management and more than a decade of experience in education. She has led the launch of several charter schools in Delaware, California, and Washington, DC, designing and managing the schools’ operational infrastructures.
Most recently, as the Founding Director of Operations and Chief Operating Officer at Capital Village PCS, Hodge established effective and efficient systems for operations, including HR, procurement, facilities and security, project plans, compliance, student recruitment, and enrollment. In 2024 she was selected as a Surge Academy Fellow, working alongside education leaders dedicated to creating meaningful change.
Hodge holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations from Temple University, a master’s degree in mass communications and media studies from Howard University, and an MBA from the Earl G. Graves School of Business at Morgan State University.