By us. For us.
Who are we?
Q+ Collective is powered by the community we serve. As queer and trans leaders ourselves, we witness the bold, innovative solutions our peers develop and refine, support, and build on them to drive meaningful change for our community.
Meet the team that has built Q+ and who is ready to support you on your next venture.
Q+ Team
Nico King
She/Her
Co-Founder & Board Chair
Nico is obsessed with the power of storytelling—whether through a perfectly crafted PR campaign or a dramatic retelling of a minor life event. With a background in political advocacy and digital communications, she’s helped shape messages that mobilize communities and make an impact. She believes good storytelling should be bold, authentic, and leave a lasting impression. When she’s not crafting narratives, she’s probably hosting a dinner party or sampling every oat milk cortado in D.C.
Skills:
- Marketing
- Communications
Sevyn Winshel
They/Them
Co-Founder & President
Sevyn designs and manages programs that advance queer rights and support young people of color. They are Director of Operations & Special Projects at Education Leaders of Color, supporting students' academic and economic advancement. With experience in educational equity, election protection, and political campaigns for leaders like Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris, they are dedicated to justice and advocacy. Sevyn lives in Adams Morgan, DC, where they enjoy baking and spending time with their pups, Obie and Juno.
Skills:
- Program management
- Operational support
- Youth advocacy
- Organizing
Jordan Tager
Creative Director
She/Her/They/Them
I am a multidisciplinary artist , specializing in creative direction, animation/video production, and graphic design. I am also a music producer, singer, and writer. Let's just say…I never get bored.
Oh! and I designed this website!
Skills:
- Creative direction & problem solving
- Design (graphic & web)
- Branding
- Video
- Animation
- Audio
Sabia Prescott
Policy & Legislature Director
They/Them/She/Her
Sabia has spent nearly a decade in the education policy space, researching, writing about, and consulting clients on ways to ensure inclusive, high quality education for all students. Personally and professionally, they are driven by a desire to see queer and trans kids survive and thrive, and have spent the last five years helping others navigate this moment of acute attacks on LGBTQ rights in education. Outside of work, they play music, watch women's sports, and go outside with their wife and pets.
Skills:
- Legislative tracking and strategy
- Research, policy writing, and analysis on education and civil rights issues
- Expert knowledge on culture war attacks on education and DEI
Kristy Ramsey
Strategy & Innovation Director
She/Her
Outside of work, Kristy runs a relationship podcast, Together Real Bad, has two dogs with her partner, and tries to build awareness around healthy relationships. She is acutely aware of the attempt by the current administration to erase anything having to do with minorities.
Skills:
- Video production
- live stream production
- Podcast production
- Business start up
- AI
Rachel
She/Her
Business Development Director
Rachel's academic and professional background is in gender equity in business, politics, and tech. Outside of work, she is an avid reader, hiker, cinephile, and NYTimes crossword enthusiast.
Skills:
- Fundraising
- Client engagement
Elaine French
Operations Director
She/Her
Elaine leverages her skills in data analysis and software development to help small businesses and nonprofits make a meaningful impact. Outside of work, she's passionate about spending time outdoors—whether it’s camping in the summer or skiing in the winter. Elaine is committed to using her skills to create positive change in both her professional and personal life.
Skills:
- Data analysis and reporting
- Software development and support
- Website maintenance
- Structuring and managing data lifecycles
- Client satisfaction surveying
SG
Development Associate
She/Her
I am an early-career professional that is passionate about helping people, whether it be uplifting the queer community through Q+ or being active in my local community. Before my role at Q+ I worked as a research consultant at an international development organization and held various positions as an administrative assistant. When I am not working, I like to go on hikes, enjoy the newest horror movie, and spend time with my partner and cats.
Skills:
- Database management
- Administrative skills and development
Eliene Wen
Development Associate
She/Her
I am passionate about early childhood education and play based learning! Outside of work at Q Plus, I like to make crafts and read books. I love going on adventures, exciting or mundane. Quality time spent with people I care about is very important to me and I look forward to building partnerships with future clients.
Skills:
- Fundraising
- Social media/marketing
Board
Daria Leon
She/Her
Daria is passionate about advocacy, civic engagement, and uplifting those around her. Outside of work, she dedicates her time to relationship-building, serving on the City Year DC Alumni Board, and co-chairing efforts to support the next generation of changemakers. Daria believes in the power of perseverance and is committed to making a lasting impact both professionally and personally. When she’s not doing that, she’s keeping up with Jackson State football, hyping up anything Angel Reese does, and spending way too much time scrolling through TikTok like it’s a part-time job.
Skills:
- Advocacy
- Building Relationships
- Strategic Planning
Cole Wolf
They/Them
Cole cares about making spaces for queer and trans people to build community. They teach yoga, host food events, and can usually be found biking around Washington, D.C.
Skills:
- Marketing & Communications
- Writing
Jenny Muñiz
She/Her
Bio coming soon…
Who are we?
Q+ Collective is powered by the community we serve. As queer and trans leaders ourselves, we witness the bold, innovative solutions our peers develop and refine, support, and build on them to drive meaningful change for our community.
Meet the team that has built Q+ and who is ready to support you on your next venture.
Q+ Team
Q+ Team
Nico King
She/Her
Co-Founder & Board Chair
Nico is obsessed with the power of storytelling—whether through a perfectly crafted PR campaign or a dramatic retelling of a minor life event. With a background in political advocacy and digital communications, she’s helped shape messages that mobilize communities and make an impact. She believes good storytelling should be bold, authentic, and leave a lasting impression. When she’s not crafting narratives, she’s probably hosting a dinner party or sampling every oat milk cortado in D.C.
Skills:
- Marketing
- Communications
Sevyn Winshel
They/Them
Co-Founder & President
Sevyn designs and manages programs that advance queer rights and support young people of color. They are Director of Operations & Special Projects at Education Leaders of Color, supporting students' academic and economic advancement. With experience in educational equity, election protection, and political campaigns for leaders like Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris, they are dedicated to justice and advocacy. Sevyn lives in Adams Morgan, DC, where they enjoy baking and spending time with their pups, Obie and Juno.
Skills:
- Program management
- Operational support
- Youth advocacy
- Organizing
Eliene Wen
Development Associate
She/Her
I am passionate about early childhood education and play based learning! Outside of work at Q Plus, I like to make crafts and read books. I love going on adventures, exciting or mundane. Quality time spent with people I care about is very important to me and I look forward to building partnerships with future clients.
Skills:
- Fundraising
- Social media/marketing
Jordan Tager
Creative Director
She/Her/They/Them
I am a multidisciplinary artist , specializing in creative direction, animation/video production, and graphic design. I am also a music producer, singer, and writer. Let's just say…I never get bored.
Oh! and I designed this website!
Skills:
- Creative direction & problem solving
- Design (graphic & web)
- Branding
- Video
- Animation
- Audio
SG
Development Associate
She/Her
I am an early-career professional that is passionate about helping people, whether it be uplifting the queer community through Q+ or being active in my local community. Before my role at Q+ I worked as a research consultant at an international development organization and held various positions as an administrative assistant. When I am not working, I like to go on hikes, enjoy the newest horror movie, and spend time with my partner and cats.
Skills:
- Database management
- Administrative skills and development
Sabia Prescott
Policy & Legislature Director
They/Them/She/Her
Sabia has spent nearly a decade in the education policy space, researching, writing about, and consulting clients on ways to ensure inclusive, high quality education for all students. Personally and professionally, they are driven by a desire to see queer and trans kids survive and thrive, and have spent the last five years helping others navigate this moment of acute attacks on LGBTQ rights in education. Outside of work, they play music, watch women's sports, and go outside with their wife and pets.
Skills:
- Legislative tracking and strategy
- Research, policy writing, and analysis on education and civil rights issues
- Expert knowledge on culture war attacks on education and DEI
Kristy Ramsey
Strategy & Innovation Director
She/Her
Outside of work, Kristy runs a relationship podcast, Together Real Bad, has two dogs with her partner, and tries to build awareness around healthy relationships. She is acutely aware of the attempt by the current administration to erase anything having to do with minorities.
Skills:
- Video production
- live stream production
- Podcast production
- Business start up
- AI
Elaine French
Operations Director
She/Her
Elaine leverages her skills in data analysis and software development to help small businesses and nonprofits make a meaningful impact. Outside of work, she's passionate about spending time outdoors—whether it’s camping in the summer or skiing in the winter. Elaine is committed to using her skills to create positive change in both her professional and personal life.
Skills:
- Data analysis and reporting
- Software development and support
- Website maintenance
- Structuring and managing data lifecycles.
- Client satisfaction surveying
Rachel
She/Her
Business Development Director
Rachel's academic and professional background is in gender equity in business, politics, and tech. Outside of work, she is an avid reader, hiker, cinephile, and NYTimes crossword enthusiast.
Skills:
- Fundraising
- Client engagement
Board
Jenny Muñiz
She/Her
Bio coming soon…
Daria Leon
She/Her
Daria is passionate about advocacy, civic engagement, and uplifting those around her. Outside of work, she dedicates her time to relationship-building, serving on the City Year DC Alumni Board, and co-chairing efforts to support the next generation of changemakers. Daria believes in the power of perseverance and is committed to making a lasting impact both professionally and personally. When she’s not doing that, she’s keeping up with Jackson State football, hyping up anything Angel Reese does, and spending way too much time scrolling through TikTok like it’s a part-time job.
Skills:
- Advocacy
- Building Relationships
- Strategic Planning
Cole Wolf
They/Them
Cole cares about making spaces for queer and trans people to build community. They teach yoga, host food events, and can usually be found biking around Washington, D.C.
Skills:
- Marketing & Communications
- Writing
By us. For us.
By us. For us.
Who are we?
Q+ Collective is powered by the community we serve. As queer and trans leaders ourselves, we witness the bold, innovative solutions our peers develop and refine, support, and build on them to drive meaningful change for our community.
Meet the team that has built Q+ and who is ready to support you on your next venture.
Q+ Team
SG
Development Coordinator
She/Her
Nico King
Co-Founder & Board Chair
She/Her
Sevyn Winshel
Co-Founder & President
They/Them
Sabia Prescott
Policy & Legislature Director
They/Them/She/Her
Kristy Ramsey
Strategy & Innovation Director
She/Her
Jordan Tager
Creative Director
She/Her/They/Them
Rachel
She/Her
Business Development Director
Elaine French
Data Analysis & Software Dev.
She/Her
Eliene Wen
Development Coordinator
She/Her
Board
Jenny Muñiz
She/Her
Daria Leon
She/Her