Meet The Team!

Founder & CEO / Board of Directors - Executive Director and Secretary

Lou August

Lou was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, receiving his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and MBA from Loyola University. During his time as the founder and president of a successful West Coast high tech firm, he witnessed the unfolding of the digital divide first-hand and saw the devastating inequity for the poor and people of color. In 1992 he built a technology camp for at-risk youth on Mount Rainier in Washington state - this became the Wilderness Technology Alliance. Lou also served as Global Leader of Technology for Development (ICT4D) at Save the Children and World Vision. Lou always dreamed of once again leading WildTech, and in 2016 his dream was realized as he became its Executive Director.

Tech Lead

Alexander Bell

Alexander joined WildTech in June 2022. As a Training Specialist, he works to create informative and engaging weekly programming. He instructs the Advanced Tech Training course and provides tech support during our daily afternoon sessions. He also conducts in-person training sessions at D.C. Public Libraries across the city. Some of his other duties include managing daily email campaigns, prize delivery, and assisting with bi-monthly social events. In his spare time, Alexander enjoys cooking, spending time with loved ones, and participating in local D.C. events.

Operations Associate & Training Specialist

Zion Griggs

Zion Griggs joined WildTech in July of 2022. Zion is an Operations & Training Specialist, working to ensure that senior participants have the tools they need to succeed in the iPad program. Her professional background consists of D.C. Government Staffing/Contracting and Low Voltage Telecom Cabling. At WildTech, she enjoys conducting iPad training sessions, encouraging seniors to explore their iPad's features, and assisting them in making social connections through iPad use. Zion is the 3rd oldest of 6 children and loves spending time with her family.