Where Vision Meets Action
At The Ellevate Group, LLC we believe that true leadership begins with clarity of purpose. We guide organizations and their leaders through a dynamic process that empowers them to fully understand and take ownership of their mission. But we don’t stop there. We help each individual see how their unique contributions connect directly to that mission, ensuring their work is meaningful and impactful.
With over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit and youth-serving sectors—from early childhood to higher education—we know what it takes to build strong, sustainable organizations. Our approach focuses on leadership development, innovation, and fund development, helping our clients not only dream bigger but achieve more.
At TEG, our work is all about elevating people and organizations to operate at their highest capacity. We partner with you to nurture and develop the next generation of leaders, ensuring that your organization thrives long after we’ve completed our work together.
Our hands-on, interactive approach ensures that learning is both engaging and transformative. Through team-building activities, self-reflection, and collaborative problem-solving, we bring out the best in every participant, leaving your team equipped and inspired to lead with confidence.
Let’s elevate your organization—together.
Our Values
Resilient - We move forward in the face of adversity, turning challenges into opportunities.
Innovative - We push boundaries and design fresh ideas that drive your mission forward.
Intuitive - We blend strategy and instinct to understand and meet your needs.
Collaborative - We build strong internal and external relationships to exceed your goals.
Courageous - We take bold steps, embracing new paths to lead your organization toward greater impact.
Optimistic - We maintain a positive, solutions-oriented mindset, no matter the obstacle.
Chief Elevation Officer
LaTrice Davis, MSW (known as Elle) - Working to Elevate Lives
founder
Hey there! I’m Elle, and if there’s one thing I know how to do, it’s turn challenges into opportunities for growth. My journey? It’s all about resilience, purpose, and finding the silver linings. Whether I’m working with dynamic organizations or everyday heroes, I’m committed to helping people and teams maximize their potential, find their connectedness, and live life with intention.
I’ve spent more than two decades in the nonprofit world, rolling up my sleeves to create programs, forge partnerships, and develop leaders who want to make a real difference. My work is rooted in helping others live out their values while becoming the best version of themselves. From training and facilitation to strategic planning and fundraising, I’ve had the pleasure of helping organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs, Polished Pebbles, and Phalanx Family Services secure over $20 million in grant funding. Now, harnessing that energy towards leadership development.
My superpower? Seeing the big picture and bringing people together to make it all happen. I’m all about connecting the dots—whether it’s between people, ideas, or dreams. My top strengths—Connectedness, Maximizer, Ideation, Belief, and Adaptability—drive everything I do, from coaching emerging leaders to developing results-driven solutions for organizations across the nation.
As part of my own leadership growth, I’ve had the privilege of participating in two transformational leadership programs: the Chicago Foundation for Women’s Willie’s Warriors and the Latino Policy Forum’s Multicultural Leadership Academy. These experiences expanded my skills and strengthened my ability to lead with purpose and vision.
But let me tell you, my first love has always been kids. Nothing lights me up like helping underserved youth tap into their potential, which is why I poured eight years into the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago. And even when life threw me curveballs, like being downsized, I didn’t let it stop me. I took it as my cue to step into something bigger and launched The Ellevate Group, LLC in 2009. My consulting firm specializes in empowering professionals with interactive training, coaching, and development solutions that leave a lasting impact.
I hold degrees in Social Work from Creighton University and New York University. I’ve also served on boards like the Reflections Foundation, and I’m a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., serving in the Chicago Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter.
I’m raising my incredible daughter, Simone, in the heart of Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. Together, we’re living proof that life is what you make of it, and there’s always something beautiful waiting on the other side of resilience.