In this in-depth video interview, JD Leonard sits down with Alka Elizabeth to discuss his nearly two-decade journey in the Drupal ecosystem and his latest initiative, Member Platform. He shares how his experience with community organizing and consulting shaped the project, which aims to provide small membership organizations with a scalable, Drupal-based solution. Leonard also reflects on the challenges of sustaining open-source projects, the importance of collaboration in Drupal product development, and the role of local meetups in growing the community. From his early days as a student webmaster to leading Drupal events and initiatives, Leonard offers valuable insights on the evolution of Drupal and what’s next for Member Platform.