Our Core Team

All Kings is a community-based and community-led project. Meet some of our core organizing team and lead facilitators.

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Raul Espinoza

Executive Director

Raul’s mission is to spread the good around the world by bridging together cinematic artistry, storytelling, and powerful messages.

Andy Smith

Operations Director

Andrew Smith is a formerly incarcerated facilitator, originally from Maine.

David Delancy

Director of System Impact

With over twenty years of experience in criminal justice and reentry services, David is committed to building a better world.

Kevin Wall

Programming Director

Kevin is a writer and organizer based in New York City.

Ismael Igartua

Co-founder

Born in East Harlem, Ismael is committed to creating a legacy of healing for other formerly incarcerated men.

Gethin Aldous

President, Board of Directors

Gethin is film and video game maker who believes in the power of story to transform lives.

Eldra III Jackson

Guest Facilitator

Eldra is a spiritual warrior who lives a passion of "saving lives one circle at a time."

Sam Brown

Guest Facilitator

Sam Brown is an organizer, artist, and educator committed to healing and criminal legal reform.

Edwin Paragas

Guest Facilitator

Edwin is a formerly incarcerated facilitator, teacher, and mentor, with a focus on Buddhist-based healing.

Our Wisdom Circle

A circle of experts and elders who provide guidance and accountability to our communities and our organization.

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Tracie Gardner

As Legal Action Center's Vice President of Policy Advocacy, Tracie directs LAC’s Policy Advocacy work, spearheads major initiatives and fosters strategic partnerships that support LAC’s mission.

Dr. James McLeary

James is an expert facilitator whose leadership has been a critical force driving the growth and success of programs at both Folsom State Prison and San Quentin State Prison.

Patricia Clason

For over 50 years, Patricia has worked as a professional trainer, consultant, and writer on emotional intelligence, with a dedication to creating opportunities for traumatized hearts to heal and flourish.

Bharataji Joplin

Co-founder and President of Dhyan Group, Bharataji specializes in all areas of human development including substance abuse, conflict resolution & crisis intervention.