Speaker Spotlight

Rasheme Ellington is a distinguished chess instructor with Chess Tutors and a dedicated financial educator who has been making an impact since 2017. With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Rasheme has been teaching chess since 1998, enriching the lives of more than 30,000 students, and guiding them from novice to expert levels. His prowess is exemplified by his achievement as a first-place city chess champion, underscoring his exceptional skills and mastery of the game.

Beyond his contributions to education, Rasheme is a successful entrepreneur and a committed family man. He earned his bachelor’s degree from California State University, Fullerton, where he deepened his expertise in his areas of passion. Rasheme is a staunch advocate for the transformative power of education, believing it to be a crucial tool in combating poverty and hunger and opening doors to a better life.

As both a master chess player and an accomplished financial educator, Rasheme continues to inspire and empower through his teaching and mentorship. His mission is centered on spreading love, fostering positivity, and being a guiding light in the lives of those he encounters.