Brad Schweers is the Executive Director of Intown Cares. He has worked with nonprofits in Atlanta for 20 years. Originally from the Chicago area, Brad graduated from DePauw University, studying religion and psychology. He moved to Atlanta as a full-time United Methodist US-2 volunteer missionary. He lived for three years at the Community of Hospitality, a simple-living, social justice community in Decatur, GA. Brad worked as a Case Manager at Café 458 in Atlanta, the first restaurant in the country exclusively for homeless people. Brad also worked as a Senior Program Manager at Community Friendship, Inc. in Atlanta, where he helped adults with mental illnesses to achieve living, working, social, and educational goals in their lives. ​ Always drawn by the intersection of faith and work toward social justice, Brad attended Candler School of Theology at Emory University, graduating with a Master of Theological Studies degree, focusing on comparative religion, religious experience, and social change. Brad is a lay member of Neighborhood Church. Working at Intown is Brad’s dream job, bringing together his passions, skills, education, and creative mind to bring about what Martin Luther King, Jr. called “The Beloved Community.”

Tanya Frazee is the Senior Director of Development at Intown Cares. Tanya holds a bachelor's degree in English Education from the University of Georgia, and has worked to raise funds for worthy nonprofit missions since 2015. Her favorite part of development work is the relationships that she is able to build with people who care deeply about the well-being of others. Tanya enjoys spending time with her family; volunteering with other nonprofits, including serving on various boards; running; and reading.

James Howle is the Senior Director of Finance and Operations at Intown Cares. After earning his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina, James spent 20 years in finance, strategy, and operations within the for-profit sector. Along the way, he regularly volunteered with Special Olympics and several other nonprofits and had the privilege of serving on the boards of directors for the Decatur Family YMCA and L’Arche Atlanta. Transitioning to a nonprofit career has filled James with joy as well as profound respect for his relentless and uncompromising teammates at Intown. Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his family, biking, running, and exploring new places.

Ebony McClendon is the Director of Food Programs and a dedicated advocate for youth and families, bringing over seven years of experience in community leadership and program development before joining Intown Cares. Originally from the South Side of Chicago, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Development & Family Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is pursuing a master’s in Organizational Leadership from Colorado State University. Before stepping into her role at Intown, Ebony was an Executive Director with the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta, where she focused on creating impactful programs for young people and connected with community partners to provide resources to families. A former NCAA Division I All-American track athlete and Team USA Bobsled & Skeleton competitor, Ebony carries the discipline and teamwork from her athletic career into her work. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with friends, staying active, and traveling to new places.

Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Shona Shaw moved to Atlanta in 2007 to pursue her undergraduate degree at Clark Atlanta University. Upon graduation, she worked in fundraising and case management with several companies in the nonprofit sector, including United Way and Big Brothers Big Sisters. She received her master's degree in social work from the University of Southern California in 2019. Shona then moved into professional roles as Case Manager and Program Manager at Gateway Center's Evolution Center and Trinity Women's Center, respectively, where she spent six years advocating for men and families experiencing homelessness. Shona is committed to being a part of the change for Atlanta's unsheltered community and it brings her tremendous joy to serve the mission of Intown Cares. When Shona is not working, she enjoys delicious vegetarian meals and adding to her sneaker collection.