The Leaders Behind the Mission
Meet the Visionaries Behind IHDM
Meet The Team
Sharon Jones
Sharon D. Jones is the dynamic founder and lead consultant of Solutions Matter, LLC, and Nonprofit Solutions Matter Inc. With over 30 years of expertise in resource development, Sharon has successfully raised more than $900 million for the arts, education, health, religion, and human services sectors. She excels in helping nonprofits boost their revenue and surpass fundraising goals by securing six- and seven-figure donations.
Sharon specializes in major and leadership giving, with extensive experience in donor acquisition, wealth screening, board engagement, executive coaching, monthly giving program design, planned giving, donor retention, and stewardship. Her expertise has made her a sought-after consultant, project director, workshop facilitator, ecumenical liaison, and trainer.
Throughout her career, Sharon has organized and led large-scale training and fundraising events worldwide. As a Development Consultant for the United Methodist Church, she hosted events in Thailand, Vietnam, Kenya, Barbados, Puerto Rico, and India, training bishops, nonprofit executives, church leaders, and development professionals to cultivate a philanthropic culture within their organizations.
From 1990 to 2000, Sharon spearheaded a team of highly skilled development professionals dedicated to enhancing the capacity of large, multi-site nonprofit organizations and religious institutions. Her efforts were pivotal in establishing a certificate program in Faith-Based Management at Bloomfield College.
Sharon is a visionary leader with a unique talent for blending ministry, donor relations, professional ethics, business acumen, and client service into effective, viable solutions. She serves as a consultant to various religious organizations, ecumenical ministries, and national organizations, passionately advocating for the success and funding diversity of nonprofits.
Additionally, she volunteers with her church and holds positions on several nonprofit boards.
Anikka Wright
Anikka Wright has been on her entrepreneurial journey since 2020. Mid-way through her college career, she decided that she was more interested in joining her Dad (Neo Wright, our Founder) in his business endeavors. After being coached by her father and learning time-tested success principles, Anikka has transformed her life in the 3 most important areas which are mind, body and spirit.
Anikka’s title at 24 years old is Senior Vice President. She is working closely with her Dad and is acting as his personal assistant. Like her Father, Anikka’s dreams have no limits. She is a true “people person” and FUN to be around.
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Dakar Azu
Dakar (aka Asan)’s story begins in Africa, where his roots run deep. His path – from Senegal to France’s grueling “Classes Préparatoires” program – wasn’t just about education; it was about building grit and sharpening his mind in ways that would shape everything that followed.
At UC Berkeley, he didn’t just study – he dove into both Business Administration and Mathematics, grabbing tools from both worlds that let him see problems from unique angles. Berkeley’s innovation-focused environment lit a fire in him that still burns today.
After college, Dakar rolled up his sleeves at a top consulting firm, spending two years applying his dual expertise to real-world challenges. All the while, he spent a decade helping MBA hopefuls conquer the GMAT, finding joy in watching others succeed.
But something was missing. The corporate world couldn’t contain his entrepreneurial spirit. Instead of following the traditional path, Alex taught himself tech and marketing skills, finding this self-directed journey more valuable than any classroom could offer.
Now, Dakar is building businesses across Africa that don’t just make money – they make a difference. His ventures tackle local problems with global solutions, creating opportunities where others see obstacles.
Fluent in five languages, Dakar moves effortlessly between different worlds and perspectives, connecting ideas and people across cultures. He isn’t just a businessman with impressive credentials. He’s someone who wakes up every day determined to use his talents to lift others up, proving that heart and hustle can truly change the world.