Jaymes Black
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Jaymes Black | |
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| Born | Texas, United States |
| Education | Colorado Technical University |
| Occupation | CEO of The Trevor Project |
| Years active | 2024–present |
Jaymes Black is an American executive who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Trevor Project since July 15, 2024.[1] The Trevor Project is a nonprofit organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services specifically for LGBTQ+ young people.[2]
Jaymes Black grew up in South Texas in a conservative environment and has described their childhood as difficult due to their queer identity.[3] In their teenage years, they struggled with isolation and chose to leave high school after their relationship with a girlfriend was outed publicly.[4] Later in life, Black completed a bachelor's degree Strayer University and then completed an MBA from Colorado Technical University.[5]
Career
Before joining The Trevor Project, Black's career included both corporate and nonprofit sectors. They held a senior leadership role at Charles Schwab before transitioning to nonprofit leadership.[6] In 2021, Black became President and CEO of Family Equality, an organization supporting LGBTQ+ families. There they led efforts in advocacy, community building, storytelling, fundraising, and overseeing operations.[7]