Ray Shackelford
VP of Equitable Justice, National Urban League
Ray B. Shackelford is a native Houstonian, community leader, and entrepreneur committed to developing solutions that strengthen communities. He is the founder of Ozark Street, a consulting firm focused on civic engagement, social impact, advocacy, public policy, and leadership development.
A lifelong Urban Leaguer with more than 20 years of service, Ray currently serves as Vice President of Equitable Justice for the National Urban League, where he leads Reclaim Your Vote, youth civic education, and local advocacy efforts supporting 93 Urban League affiliates. His portfolio also includes gun violence prevention, environmental justice, and extremism.
Ray has served the City of Houston through the Houston Housing Finance Corporation and Independent Police Oversight Board. He is a lifelong member of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, and a proud father to his daughter, Jordan.