Los Angeles, CA, March 19, 2025 – Ability First is proud to announce the appointment of Michuan Fleming as its new Chief People Officer.
With over 18 years of experience in human resources leadership, Michuan has a proven track record of enhancing organizational culture and aligning HR initiatives with strategic goals. In her previous role as Chief Innovation Officer at Safe Place for Youth, Michuan spearheaded programs in talent acquisition, safety, real estate, compliance, and employee development. Her expertise in fostering inclusive workplaces and driving operational excellence will be invaluable to Ability First as they continue to empower individuals with disabilities.
"I’m excited for the opportunity to be joining the Ability First team,” Fleming says. “I am eager to contribute to their mission and collaborate with the team to achieve new milestones."
Since 1926, AbilityFirst has been providing a variety of programs designed to help members of the disabled community achieve their personal best at every stage of life. Through targeted programming and a focus on eliminating barriers to service, Ability First is able to help individuals from all economic and social backgrounds successfully transition from childhood to adult life.
“I am delighted to welcome Michuan Fleming to AbilityFirst as our Chief People Officer!” says CEO Sergio Rizzo-Fontanesi. “Dynamic and engaging, with a profound commitment to people, Michuan brings tremendous acumen to the position and will elevate our Human Resources Department in support of our workforce and in alignment with organizational strategies and goals.”
About AbilityFirst
AbilityFirst stands for, and alongside, people with developmental disabilities and their families. They create a welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued. The programs offered through are person-centered and tailored to individual interests and needs. They are grounded in individual choice, autonomy, community participation, with a focus on creating social connections and a sense of belonging. For more information, visit https://www.abilityfirst.org/
About Envision Consulting
Envision Consulting is a boutique firm that specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions exclusively for nonprofit organizations. With offices in New York, Denver, Lexington and Los Angeles, Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated throughout its practices, which include a structured hiring process and anti-biased decision making. In 2023, Envision was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color for the third year in a row.