Iyanla Kollock is a graduate of Rutgers University- New Brunswick and earned her B.A in Criminal Justice with a minor in Political Science. She was also a member of the Rutgers Women’s Track and Field team, as a sprinter.

As a legislative assistant in the U.S House of Representatives, she covers the house financial services committee and healthcare policy. Having worked for two members of the financial services committee, Iyanla is well versed in financial services policy and operations of the committee.

In addition to her full-time role, she also serves as the Vice President of the Congressional Black Associates (CBA). CBA is one of the largest staff associations on Capitol Hill, and is dedicated to the social, political, and economic enhancement of Black staffers.