What was your first job, and what did it teach you about yourself?

My first job was as a math peer tutor, which taught me about the importance of being able to both lead and follow in pursuit of young people’s shared goals.

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Billie Sun, a Maryland native who believes in using data to take equity-driven systems change from idea to action, is the Senior Manager of Data Analytics at Baltimore’s Promise.

Prior to joining Baltimore’s Promise in 2021, Billie worked as a Data Fellow for the Mayor’s Office of Performance & Innovation where they developed public accountability tools for Baltimore City’s 911 Behavioral Health Diversion program, a pilot program working to connect people undergoing crisis with mental health professionals instead of police officers.

Billie holds a Master's degree in Information Science and a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Economics from Cornell University. They first began their movement work with Unbroken Promise Initiative, a grassroots community development and racial justice nonprofit that they continue to volunteer closely with. Billie also plays the chimes, so they’re kind of a heavy metal musician.