Our Team

Email: dexter@midcityredevelopment.org
Phone: (225)-346-1000

Dexter N. Jackson is an educator, community organizer, and advocate with over 15 years of experience in youth development, economic development, and creative placemaking. He has held multiple leadership positions, including serving as the Executive Director of Humanities Amped from 2022 to 2024. Before this, he held program leadership roles at MetroMorphosis and the Walls Project.

Dexter's work is dedicated to empowering people through community engagement and shared projects. He understands that a community's collective voice is a powerful tool for driving positive change. Throughout his career, he has held diverse roles that underscore his commitment to community and organizational development, including serving as the Arts Pillar Director at Adirondack Camp, the Director of Campus Life at Meadowmount School of Music, and the Leasing Manager and Residential Life Director at Fairway View Apartments.

In 2022, Dexter and Scotland Saturdays were awarded the Levitt Amp festival grant, which enabled them to bring 30 free live festivals to Historic Scotlandville. These events provided a significant boost to the local economy and community life. Demonstrating his expertise in resource development, Dexter has successfully raised over $1 million dollars for local non-profits through grant writing, capital campaigns, and donor cultivation.

Dexter is a 2016 graduate of Baton Rouge Community College and a 2022 graduate of Southern University. He is also an alumnus of several leadership programs, including the Baton Rouge Area Foundation's Development Fellows (2023), the Urban League's Leaders in Urban Education Fellowship (2020), and the Urban Leadership Development Initiative (2015). In 2021, he was the recipient of the Martin Luther King Ember Award for Social Justice. He is currently studying for his Master of Public Administration from Tulane University.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (225)-346-1000

Monica Signater serves as the Operations Support Manager at Mid City Redevelopment Alliance, where she oversees administrative systems and ensures the efficiency of day-to-day operations. With a strong background in office management, Monica develops and refines internal policies, supervises clerical staff, and maintains both digital and physical records with precision and confidentiality. She facilitates interdepartmental communication, prepares reports and correspondence, and supports payroll processing through accurate timesheet tracking. Known for her sound judgment, professionalism, and organizational expertise, Monica plays a key role in supporting MCRA’s mission through operational excellence.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (225)-346-1000

Stephanie Johnson is an Operations Specialist at the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance, where she plays a pivotal role in streamlining operational processes and supporting the execution of key redevelopment projects. With a strong background in operations management and a deep commitment to a community development, Stephanie ensures the efficient coordination of day-to-day activities, contributing to the successful delivery of urban revitalization initiatives in the Mid City area.

Leveraging her expertise in logistics, project management, and stakeholder communication, Stephanie helps maintain smooth workflows, enabling projects to stay on track and within budget. Her attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills allow her to address challenges quickly, ensuring the Alliance's objectives are consistently met.