Stacey is highly regarded in her role as a Business Strategist and Small Business Owner due to her exceptional ability to prioritize productivity, ease, and talent development. With a focused approach, she is dedicated to improving operational integrity while maintaining a lighthearted touch. Stacey actively works towards fostering equitable and inclusive work environments, demonstrating her strong commitment to social justice through her advocacy for marginalized black and brown individuals as well as queer communities.

Her experience includes: 2nd Story, the Center for Changing Lives, and Affinity Community Services. Notably, she played a vital role in overseeing the merger of the Lesbian Community Care Project and Howard Brown Health, an organization that promotes health and wellness within the LGBTQA+ community. Stacey’s professional background in forming strategic partnerships aligns perfectly with the mission of EATS.

As a proud resident of Chicago, Stacey Saunders holds a BA from DePaul University, an MBA from Loyola University Chicago, and various other business certifications.