Asher Kemp Jr. MSW, MBA

Asher Kemp, Jr. is a distinguished executive with more than three decades of leadership in health and human services, widely recognized for his visionary approach to organizational growth, community engagement, and advocacy.

Since 2019, Asher has served as Executive Director of the Coalition of Culturally Competent Providers (CCCP), where he has transformed the Coalition into one of Philadelphia’s most influential voices in behavioral health. Under his leadership, membership has grown from 5 to 22 agencies, expanding its footprint across the city’s provider network and ensuring culturally competent practices remain at the forefront of behavioral health policy and service delivery. He has led impactful advocacy efforts, testifying before government bodies and shaping reforms that directly benefit thousands of consumers. At the same time, he has significantly expanded fundraising, leading innovative campaigns and hosting high-profile events—most notably the Coalition’s annual fundraiser at the Philadelphia Art Museum—further elevating the Coalition’s visibility, credibility, and prestige.

Beyond his work with CCCP, Asher is the founder and CEO of Alliance Solutions LLC, a consultancy dedicated to strengthening nonprofit and human services organizations through strategic planning, management assistance, and government affairs. His work with Alliance includes his role as Executive Director of the Szucs Foundation, where he created a streamlined mini-grant process and developed new revenue pathways through elite space rentals, with proceeds funding human services causes.

Earlier in his career, Asher founded Multi-Therapy Services, Inc., a pioneering agency that delivered a wide array of services to individuals and families across the Tri-State region. Under his leadership, MTS secured a statewide contract with New Jersey’s Child Protective Services—an operational model still in effect today—and negotiated multiple school district contracts to increase service access for students of color, improving academic and health outcomes.

A lifelong advocate, Asher has also served in public office as President of the Yeadon Borough Council, as well as on numerous boards and commissions dedicated to children and families.. Asher’s influence also extends to senior services, as highlighted by his role as President of the Board of The Senior Community Services of Delaware County, where his commitment began at age 14 as a volunteer. His dedication to community health and equity has been recognized through numerous awards, including the American Red Cross Partner Award, the Pyramid Club Young Executive of Distinction Award, and the Spirit of Leadership Award from Creative Wellness.

Asher holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Delaware State University, a Master’s in Business Administration from Eastern University, and a Bachelor of Science from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. His career reflects an unwavering commitment to service, equity, and innovation—values that continue to define his leadership in advancing culturally competent, community-centered behavioral health care.