The Team

Meet the People Behind Blok by Blok.

Built with intention. Driven by impact.

Leadership

Cainan Barnett

Cainan Barnett

Executive Director

Cainan Barnett is the Founder and Executive Director of Blok by Blok, a nonprofit removing the cost and complexity of digital access for small businesses and organizations.

With a background in marketing and web development, he has built over a dozen websites through a model that eliminates ongoing monthly costs, now scaling to 50 organizations in 50 weeks.

Board of Directors

Cainan Barnett

Cainan Barnett

Board President

Cainan Barnett will also sit on the board of directors as the Board President. He will be abstaining if ever potential any personal conflicts of interests arise. He will be guided from influence by direction of the board and will remove his vote whenever needed.

Nick Routé

Nick Routé

Treasurer

Nick Routé serves as Treasurer for Blok by Blok, overseeing finances and supporting the organization's long-term sustainability. His role ensures that donations, sponsorships, and funding are on target and use our mission to get more businesses and nonprofits online.

Keith Dhom

Keith Dhom

Secretary

Keith Dhom serves as Secretary for Blok by Blok, supporting the organization's structure, documentation, and continued growth. With strong attention to detail and a commitment to the mission, Keith plays a key role in ensuring that Blok by Blok operates efficiently as it expands its reach.

39 Built. 50 More Coming.

Blok by Blok

Providing access to digital infrastructure for small businesses and nonprofits in Springfield, Illinois that would not otherwise have the resources to establish a professional online presence.

Registered 501(c)3 Nonprofit · EIN 42-1864258

Contact

Springfield, IL

info@blokbyblok.org

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Registered 501(c)3 Nonprofit · EIN 42-1864258 · Springfield, IL