Grace has an extensive background in social justice and development in South Africa and possesses a deep-seated passion for implementing innovative strategies that amplify the impact of evidence-based programs and ultimately create population-level impact. At SmartStart, she is helping to scale a national delivery platform that is revolutionizing access to high-quality early learning opportunities in South Africa. Prior to her role at SmartStart, Grace was the CEO of loveLife, a nationally acclaimed organization dedicated to preventing HIV and fostering behavior change among young people. She serves on various boards, leveraging her expertise to guide strategic decisions that benefit society at large.