Jason A. Ellis
Founder/Executive Director
E-mail: execdirector@momentumcinc.org
Jason A. Ellis, is the founder and current Executive Director of MC Inc., bringing together his passion for the arts and youth leadership development. Over the past decade he has established himself as a recognized playwright, having written, directed, choreographed, and produced several original musicals. He has over 40 years of experience in the arts community and is still actively engaged as a performer, administrator, and instructor. He also has over 20 years of public service and managerial experience across industries such as education, housing, social services and nonprofit.
A native of Kingston, Jamaica he holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Political Science from the University of the West Indies. He also graduated summa cum laude from both, the University of Memphis; (MPA), and George Washington University; (Ed.S). He is now enrolled as a doctoral student at George Washington University in the Educational Leadership and Administration program. He is a 2018 Alexandria Living Legend recipient for his work as a social-commentary playwright and an Alexandria Chamber of Commerce 40-under-40 awardee.
He has over twelve years of professional investment in the city of Alexandria including previously serving on the board with the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce and was a member of the Northern Virginia Urban League Young Professionals Network. He currently serves on the board of First Night Alexandria, is a member of the Alexandria Council of Human Service Organization (ACHSO), and the Alexandria Youth Support Network. He brings to MC Inc. a wealth of experience in partnership development, team management, youth development, program management, and a deep love for the arts as both a practitioner and instructor. In 2019 He was recognized by DC Black Theater Festival for directing the best staged reading and by the Little Theater of Alexandria for best choreographer. Additionally, he serves as a judge with the Washington Area Theatre Community Honors (WATCH).