MPNAI & EPIC Staff Collective
As part of our ongoing collaboration, MPNAI and EPIC have hired joint staff that will serve both organizations, furthering our respective and collective missions. Learn more about them below!
Neighborhood Outreach Manager
Jarumi Hernandez (she/her/hers)
​The Neighborhood Outreach Manager is dedicated to strengthening the sense of community across the East Phillips and Midtown Phillips neighborhoods by building trust and actively connecting diverse residents, businesses, and organizations. This role involves listening to community concerns, nurturing relationships, and collaborating with staff and partners to ensure all outreach and events reflect the neighborhoods' many cultures and voices. The goal is to ultimately invite neighbors into active participation and deeper community belonging. In 2026, Jarumi will be hosting our monthly community meetings
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I am so excited to be a part of the Midtown Phillips Organization. I am so happy to be a part of the Philips community in which I and my kids lived for many years, and in which my kids are still being raised (at Banyan!). My hope is that our community continues to improve and grow strong together for a bright future ahead, I look forward to meeting you all.
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Contact Jarumi: jarumi@unitedphillips.org
Communications Manager
Daemeah Karbeah (she/her/hers)
The Communications Manager is dedicated to strengthening the sense of connection and engagement across the East Phillips and Midtown Phillips neighborhoods by leading all digital and print communications. This role involves developing inclusive strategies for social media and WhatsApp, curating culturally relevant content, and building relationships with other community leaders. The goal is to ultimately ensure that the message of EPIC and MPNAI resonates deeply within the diverse community, enhancing visibility through consistent newsletters and accurate calendar management, while also cultivating a youth communications internship program.
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Throughout my career, I’ve worked across various industries, from human rights advocacy to business consulting. My experience includes managing marketing for large-scale events, leading social media campaigns, and utilizing data-driven insights to strengthen outreach efforts. I’m especially passionate about using storytelling and strategic communication to build relationships and create positive change. Outside of work, you’ll probably find me taking care of my plants, napping with my cat, or diving into a random research rabbit hole!
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Contact Daemeah: daemeah@unitedphillips.org
Urban Ag and Foodways Program Manager
Eddy Shaw (he/him/his)
The Urban Agriculture and Foodways Program Manager is dedicated to strengthening food sovereignty and fostering community connection across the Phillips neighborhood by overseeing the collaboration of multiple urban farms and gardens. This role involves coordinating resource sharing, leading educational events like workshops and farm tours, and working with community partners to promote sustainable agriculture and food justice. The goal is to ultimately enhance the infrastructure and long-term sustainability of local urban farming initiatives, inviting neighbors into deeper participation in shared programming and commons and green space stewardship.
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Contact Eddy: eddy@eastphillips.org
Interrim Executive Director
David Ingold
The Executive Director is dedicated to strengthening the strategic direction and operational health of EPIC and MPNAI, providing visionary and operational leadership for both organizations, supporting the boards and financial stewardship, program develo and grant management.
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Hello! I enjoy working part-time in order to invest myself in building community and connecting people in diverse ways. I enjoy challenging the status quo, building spreadsheets, and working alongside others. Hailing from Arizona, I am now grateful to be rooting myself in East Phillips, Minneapolis and learning from the generations that came before me.
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Contact David: david@unitedphillips.org