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Justice Industries is a nonprofit social enterprise creating meaningful employment for people facing barriers to work
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Our Team

Executive Director

Dr. Katy Baugus, EdD, LCSW

Dr. Katy Baugas is a passionate advocate for social and environmental justice, bringing years of leadership experience to her role as Executive Director of Justice Industries. As a military …
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Director of Operations

Alexander Davila

Alex Davila serves as the Director of Operations at Justice Industries, where he brings a diverse background in social services, healthcare, and the restaurant industry. Alex has dedicated his career….
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Client Services Manager

Jeanie Owen

Jeanie Owen serves as the Client Services Manager at Justice Industries, where she is dedicated to supporting our crew and helping create opportunities for growth and success….
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Howard

An Oklahoma native, Howard is a U.S. Army veteran with honorable discharge. He was stationed at Ft. Sill, OK, and was also in Germany during the Vietnam War era. Howard is know as “Mr. Everything”, primarily handling …

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Social Media Coorindator

Ashley Colonello

Ashley Colonello serves as the Social Media Coordinator for Justice Industries, where she helps share the organization’s mission, impact, and stories with the community. With a background in social media …
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Executive Director

Dr. Katy Baugus

Dr. Katy Baugas is a passionate advocate for social and environmental justice, bringing years of leadership experience to her role as Executive Director of Justice Industries. As a military spouse, she understands the challenges of finding stable, meaningful employment- one of the many barriers that Justice Industries works to overcome. Her personal experience fuels her dedication to creating job opportunities for individuals facing systemic obstacles, including those experiencing poverty, homelessness, recovery, and past incarceration.
With a background in social work and research, Dr. Baugas has focused on addressing food insecurity, transportation disadvantages, and inadequate childcare for marginalized populations. She believes that economic opportunity and sustainability go hand in hand, and she is committed to building programs that create lasting change for both individuals and the environment.
A lifelong advocate for recycling and sustainability, Dr. Baugas sees her role at Justice Industries as the perfect marriage of social work and environmental impact. Under her leadership, the organization is expanding its recycling initiatives and commercial partnerships to increase financial sustainability while continuing to provide second chances for those who need them most.
When she’s not working to grow Justice Industries’ impact, Dr.Baugas enjoys exploring Nashville’s outdoor spaces, connecting with the community, and finding new ways to reduce waste and promote sustainable living.

Director of Operations

Alexander Davila

Alex Davila serves as the Director of Operations at Justice Industries, where he brings a diverse background in social services, healthcare, and the restaurant industry. Alex has dedicated his career to helping others overcome barriers and build sustainable futures. Alex is passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces and supporting Justice Industries’ mission of providing employment opportunities for individuals facing challenges. His commitment to growth, both personally and professionally, makes him a valuable leader in expanding Justice Industries’ impact in the community.

Client Services Manager

Jeanie Owen

Jeanie Owen serves as the Client Services Manager at Justice Industries, where she is dedicated to supporting our crew and helping create opportunities for growth and success. Jeanie works closely with clients and community partners to build strong relationships and ensure quality service. She is passionate about helping people move forward and believes in the power of second chances.

Howard

An Oklahoma native, Howard is a U.S. Army veteran with honorable discharge. He was stationed at Ft. Sill, OK, and was also in Germany during the Vietnam War era. Howard is know as “Mr. Everything”, primarily handling maintenance for apartment complexes and the Justice Industries vans, and driving routes when other drivers are not available. In his free time, Howard enjoys watching sports on TV and talking with friends. His greatest ambition is to do the will of God, and he prides himself on being a respectful person.

Social Media Coorindator

Ashley Colonello

Ashley Colonello serves as the Social Media Coordinator for Justice Industries, where she helps share the organization’s mission, impact, and stories with the community. With a background in social media marketing and web design, Ashley is passionate about creating meaningful content that connects people to the work. She is excited to help tell the stories of second chances, opportunity, and positive change.