Board Members

Adam is a Partner at Norwest Equity Partners. There he is responsible for developing and leading new investment opportunities as well as portfolio and fund strategy. He is also responsible for the leadership and continuous improvement of their investment operations. Prior to joining NEP, Adam was a Partner at Castanea Partners where he led the consumer services vertical strategy and previously worked at Goldman Sachs.

Roy is InnerCity Tennis’ Board Chair, having previously served as Chair of the Development Committee, Chair of the Organizational Development Committee, and as Board Vice Chair.

A retired lawyer with a distinguished 42-year career, Roy has been deeply involved in employment law throughout his professional life. His commitment to organizational growth is evident in his track record: in June 2016, he and three other partners established a Minneapolis office for Jones Day that became the fastest-growing in the firm’s history, expanding from four lawyers to nearly 50 during his tenure. That same instinct for building something from the ground up translates directly to his work with ICT — Roy’s legal acumen, leadership, and dedication to community development make him an invaluable voice on the board.

Roy is also an avid tennis player, with court time at InnerCity Tennis going back longer than the organization keeps electronic records of such things.

Marcia Harris brings a wealth of expertise in mediation, facilitation, and policy investigation to the InnerCity Tennis (ICT) board. With a background in law, Marcia has extensive experience in handling a range of legal matters, including sexual harassment, discrimination, employment conflicts, civil rights, business disputes, personal injury, municipal liability, housing disputes, and insurance coverage. Additionally, Marcia has worked at a civil rights agency, demonstrating her commitment to promoting equity and justice. Her unique skill set and dedication to conflict resolution make Marcia an invaluable asset to the ICT board, contributing to the organization’s mission of fostering a positive and inclusive environment through tennis.

Marty has an impressive background, including a Magna Cum Laude degree in Accounting and an MBA in Finance, Marty has been in the investment field since 1993. His role at Heck Capital involves servicing client relationships, contributing to portfolio management strategies, and actively participating in financial associations like the Financial Planning Association of MN. Marty joined Heck Capital Advisors in 2022 and appreciates the firm’s camaraderie and family culture. For Marty, the most rewarding aspect of his position is helping clients make significant decisions, and achieving peace of mind through comprehensive financial planning and asset allocation.

Beyond his financial career, Marty has contributed to non-profit organizations, showcasing his commitment to community involvement. Alongside his wife, Brodie, and two daughters, Marty resides in Plymouth, MN. When not engaged in financial planning or board responsibilities, he enjoys attending his daughters’ sports events and pursuing his hobbies, including road and mountain biking and hockey.

Hema serves as Senior Counsel at Sherwin-Williams providing intellectual property advice and support for various coatings and technologies. She has also served as a supervising attorney for the University of Minnesota Law School supervising law students and providing business advice and solutions to small businesses through the Business Law Clinic.

Hema has her PhD in Chemistry from Kansas State University and a law degree from the University of Minnesota.

Hema has experience serving on multiple boards around the community and enjoys watching her son play competitive tennis – we’re happy to have her expertise!