Impact on the Hill w/ DEG1 Network

Where Policy Meets Purpose

Who We Are

June 2–14, 2025 | Washington, D.C. + Virtual Events

What is Impact on the Hill?

Impact on the Hill is a national advocacy campaign connecting grassroots innovation with Congressional influence. Powered by the DEG1 Network, this initiative bridges policy, community, and culture — blending Capitol Hill meetings, expert-led webinars, member-led sessions, and a powerful celebration fundraiser to kick off the Spread the Love campaign.

Digital Equity

Broadband access, infrastructure, and tech for all.

Workforce & Entrepreneurship

Resources and policy that uplift minority-owned businesses and career pipelines.

Housing & Environment

Environmental justice, housing reform, and green development.

Youth & Civic Wellness

Mental health, physical wellness, sports, and community engagement for all ages.

Impact on the hill

What is Impact on the Hill?

Impact on the Hill is a national campaign hosted by the DEG1 Network, uniting grassroots leaders, entrepreneurs, and policy influencers to shape a more equitable future. Through high-impact webinars, policy meetings, and local activations, we bridge community innovation with Congressional action.

This year’s campaign culminates in a fundraiser + celebration launching the Spread the Love Campaign — a movement focused on equity in digital access, economic growth, and civic wellness.

Digital Access

Broadband access, infrastructure, and tech for all.

Workforce & Entrepreneurship

Resources and policy that uplift minority-owned businesses and career pipelines.

Housing & Environment

Environmental justice, housing reform, and green development.

Youth & Civic Wellness

Mental health, physical wellness, sports, and community engagement for all ages.

Key Dates & Events

Don’t miss these opportunities

Industry & Policy LEaders' Happy Hour Virtual Kickoff

Pre Hill Day Workshops and Lunch

A Monumental Happy Hour @ City Club

Capitol Hill Day – Congressional Meetings

Celebrate The Hill Fundraiser -
Love Link Wireless 5 g Capital Campaign @ City Club

Coffee & Capital Conversation: Impact on The Hill Recap @ City Club

Meet the Network

Meet the people redefining advocacy in their industries.

We’re powered by a national network of changemakers — from digital equity experts and founders to nonprofit leaders and creatives.

Ron Davis
President, Chairman
John Gaffigan
Compliance & Cybersecurity
Tamara Small
Network Coordinator
Chrissie Bowman
Social Impact Solutions LLC.
Jaime Cohen
the Right Words
Tapan R.
Otterz
Len May
EndoDNA
Ria Nancoo
Network Handlers
AJ Perkins
Microgrids Advisor
Melissa Lucky
Governing Media Alliance
Cesar Martin
Brazil / USA, American Continent
Kristen Shaw
Growth Advisor
Anthony M. Mitchell
Engage With Impact
Sonali Anderson
we Free Trees
Bryan Farris
Mod Homes
Jay Thomas
G:13 Solar & Construction
Jerome Clark
Vantage Branding
Jill hamilton
Sustainable Energy Strategies, Inc.
Laila Davis
La'Creates
Xavier Egan
Innovator
Mohib Ali
Developer
Sean Galloway
The Production Company
Rob Fajardo
Leave Normal Behind
Steve Chiama
Action Coach
Ganesh Sha
MVP
Debbie Sallis
Cyber Guild
Kenyatta Hazlewood
Howard University Hospital - Trauma Director
Kassy Webb
Connecting Visionaries
Kiisha Jennings
K.Jennings & Associates, LLC
Evarette Green
Green Acres Childcare Center
Salil Choudhary
Tech & Innovations Committee
Mikael LaRoche
Mr. LaRoche Designs
Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills
Purposed-Filled Solutions & Evolutions
Christopher Miller
Elevate Sales Advisors
Desiree Goldey
Environmental Justice Advocate
Suhair Ahsan
CEO@Outraze
Jay Peck
Sustainability Committee, Proj Funding
James Mitchell Jr
Reasonable Tech Solutions
Isaiah Robinson
Off Da Field
Eric Moore
7Sounds & Events
Daron Bennett
FathomGO
Loree Bigham
Laila's Love Initiative

Proudly hosted by DEG1 Network with support from community and corporate champions.