PeopleMovers is a community development firm
that combines managed services with a powerful
online platform and network.
Founded in 2008 and based in Detroit, Michigan – a city known for its resilience and innovation – we are dedicated to connecting communities, empowering organizations, and building sustainable collaborations that drive real-world impact.
We recognized a recurring problem: countless organizations, businesses, and governments working tirelessly to improve communities were operating in silos. This inefficiency left resources untapped, needs unmet, and opportunities for collaboration overlooked. PeopleMovers was created to solve this.
Our mission is simple yet transformative: help people connect, communicate, and collaborate. PeopleMovers empowers individuals, organizations, and communities to:
Share their news, needs, events, and projects locally and globally on a centralized, dynamic platform.
Build customized community networks tailored to their audience, whether it’s employees, citizens, or volunteers.
Access actionable insights, powerful management tools, and partnerships to maximize their impact.
Additionally, we can help overloaded leaders and their organizations succeed by providing the experts and “boots on the ground” to create and manage your development initiatives while leveraging our platform. We do all of this with simple monthly subscription fees for online services and minimal open book fees for our managed services based on actual costs.
Our goal is to create transparent, lasting systems that continue thriving long after our direct involvement ends.
At the heart of our work is the PeopleMovers platform, a revolutionary tool that connects stakeholders and aligns them toward shared goals. Here’s how it works:
Users and organizations create profiles to share their stories, resources, and needs. Build your own branded community network to keep stakeholders engaged and informed.
Post everything from news and events to documents, job openings, and multimedia, and feature posts from other groups to amplify visibility.
Discover opportunities to work with others locally or globally. Use alerts, lists, and integrations with major social media platforms to streamline communication and expand your reach.
Our network fosters long-term connections, ensuring your community continues to grow and thrive.
For organizations seeking hands-on support, we offer managed services to build
and execute community engagement and workforce development programs.
This includes:
We believe in transparency and trust, which is why we operate on a cost-plus/open-book basis for our managed services. This includes:
This approach ensures that every dollar is accounted for and aligned with your goals.
PeopleMovers was founded by Keith Zendler, a lifelong social entrepreneur with a deep commitment to building stronger communities and fostering collaboration. Keith’s extensive experience in community development, environmental services, and civic tech serves as the foundation of PeopleMovers’ mission.
As the visionary behind PeopleMovers, RecycleMax, and Environmental Services of North America, Keith has spent decades creating organizations that drive meaningful change. His leadership inspires a team of dedicated innovators, technologists, and community builders who work together to transform how people and organizations connect, communicate, and collaborate.
Keith Zendler
CEO & Founder
Avtar Gour
Chief Technology Officer
Okey Uche
VP – International Development
Neil Cawley
Corporate Counsel
Sindhu George
Lead Designer
Aloysius John
Community Engagement - India
Diane Hill
Accounting/HR Manager
Erin White
Communications Manager
Our platform and services are designed for everyone looking to make a difference:
Explore volunteer opportunities,
local activities, and community
service projects.
Mobilize volunteers, secure
resources, and share initiatives.
Enable greater collaboration
between grant recipients and
track their progress, ensuring
funding is making a measurable impact.
Engage employees, amplify
outreach, and build community
partnerships.
Distribute information, engage
constituents, and strengthen
public trust.
On PeopleMovers and in life, the more we connect and collaborate, the more we succeed.
Our platform ensures that everyone – from local groups to global leaders – can work
together effectively. By breaking down silos, we make communities stronger,
organizations more efficient, and initiatives more impactful.
Email support@peoplemovers.com
