Who We Are

About MIX Nashville

Our Mission

To connect Nashville’s ENM community through inclusive social events, diversity affirming education, and intersectional advocacy.

What We Value

The guiding principles behind everything MIX Nashville does.

Board of Directors

MIX Nashville is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors, who are accountable to the community they serve.

Jessica Katz

Board Secretary

Jessica Katz serves as Board Secretary for MIX Nashville, helping keep things clear, coordinated, transparent, and aligned with MIX’s values. She brings a background in facilitation, leadership development, organizational change, and community building, with a focus on helping groups communicate clearly, make thoughtful decisions, and create structures that support people.

As a member of the non-monogamous community, Jessica cares deeply about building spaces where people can show up honestly, connect with care, and feel respected in the ways they choose to love, relate, and build family. She is especially passionate about consent, agency, inclusion, and making community feel more accessible for both new and longtime members.

In her role with MIX, Jessica supports clear documentation, thoughtful governance, and better pathways for members to get involved. She wants MIX to be a place where people feel welcomed, heard, and empowered to help shape the community together.

Bella

At-Large Board Member

Bella (affectionately known as Bella, Bells, or Belly) has been part of the alternative relationship community for more than 20 years, spending much of adulthood in NYC before relocating to Nashville five years ago.

As a therapist, At-Large Board Member of MIX Nashville, and leader with Monroe Rainbow, she is passionate about fostering connection, education, and belonging within alternative relationship communities. She believes that healthy relationships are built through communication, curiosity, consent, and mutual respect - and is committed to creating spaces where people can show up authentically, build meaningful relationships, and find support without shame.

When not working or volunteering, she can usually be found exploring Nashville’s food scene, cooking, reading, spending time with family, or hanging out with her dog.

Mallory Smith

At-Large Board Member

Mallory serves as an At-Large Board Member for MIX Nashville, bringing more than 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent individuals and communities. As a licensed and certified behavior analyst, she brings a background in disability awareness and education, leadership and organizational development, conflict resolution, behavior de-escalation, trauma-informed practices, and mentorship. Her work has centered on helping people with diverse learning, communication, and support needs feel understood, respected, and empowered.

As an ally and advocate within the community, Mallory is passionate about creating spaces where people can show up authentically, build meaningful connections, and feel accepted for who they are. She is especially committed to fostering inclusion, accessibility, consent, and belonging, with a particular focus on supporting neurodivergent individuals. Recognizing that many people exploring ethical non-monogamy identify as neurodivergent, she serves as a disability representative and advocates for greater understanding of diverse communication styles, sensory needs, and ways of relating.

Mallory lives in Nashville with her partner and dog, enjoys sunny days, being in any body of water, and cooking/baking.

Wm. Alan Slone

Co-Founder · Managing Director & Board Chair

Wm. Alan Slone (aka Harvey Lapin) is a practicing attorney, entrepreneur, and civic leader based in Nashville, TN. Alan holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Business from Middle Tennessee State University, as well as the degrees of Juris Doctorate and LL.M. (Intellectual Property) from the University of New Hampshire School of Law (formerly Franklin Pierce Law Center).

Alan is a co-founder of MIX Nashville, where he serves as both Managing Director and Chairman of the Board of Directors. As Managing Director, Alan works directly with the organization’s functional directors to execute the Board’s vision — translating strategy into action across communications, events, volunteer organizing, and day-to-day operations. As Chairman, he leads the Board of Directors in setting that vision, fostering cohesion among board members, and ensuring the organization remains aligned with its founding mission and long-term goals.

In addition to his work with MIX Nashville, Alan serves as a Commissioner on the Metro Nashville Human Relations Commission, where he works to advance equity and civil rights across the Nashville community.