Prophet Walker
Prophet Walker, Co-Founder and CEO of Treehouse, grew up in South LA, where community thrived despite poverty and violence. At 16, he was sentenced to six years in adult prison, where he launched a state-wide program enabling inmates to earn two-year college degrees. Now serving thousands, Prophet was among the first graduates to return home, earning a Civil Engineering degree from Loyola Marymount University. In 2015, President Obama invited him to the State of the Union to honor his criminal justice reform efforts. Inspired by the power of community, he founded Treehouse, leading acquisitions and investor relations. He enjoys spending time with his daughter and friends.
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