Executive Board Members
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Herman LeVern Jones (Actor, Artistic Director, Lecturer, Producer), from Garner/Raleigh/Cary, North Carolina, is a forty-six year veteran in the American Theatre. Mr. Jones received his Bachelor of Arts degree in African American Theatre and English from North Carolina State University (NCSU ‘81) and his Master of Fine Arts degree in Acting from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC ‘83).
Mr. Jones moved to New York City and advanced his career under the guidance of Broadway Producer Woodie King, Jr. as Associate Producer of the National Black Touring Circuit, Inc. of New York (NBTC) from 1983 to 2001. Jones worked with the late Larry Leon Hamlin as Special Assistant to the Producer for the National Black Theatre Festival (NBTF) in Winston-Salem, North Carolina from 1989 to 2003.
Mr. Jones has worked with many celebrities over the years and has toured productions both nationally and internationally. He is now based in Miami, Florida, and producing projects under TheatreSouth Atlanta, Inc. (Founded in Atlanta in 2007).
Sasha Gordon
Executive Board Of Directors / Public Relations
My name is Sasha Gordon, and I am delighted to introduce myself as the newest member of the team, serving in the capacity of Executive Board Public Relations. It is with great enthusiasm that I join the esteemed group under Dr. McCorvey's leadership, and I am eager to contribute to the continued success and growth of our organization. With over a decade of experience in Information Technology and a passion for effective communication and strategic relationship building, I am excited to bring a fresh perspective to our public relations initiatives. My goal is to leverage my expertise in marketing, content creation, and brand development to enhance our organization's visibility and reputation in the community and beyond.. I am truly honored to be part of such a dynamic team and look forward to collaborating with each of you to achieve our collective goals.
Pierre Larkin
Executive Board Member / Cheif officer & Legal Advocate
Dr. Clayton Howard has been in the gospel ministry for over 33 years. He received his education from Birmingham Easonian Bible College, Crichton College, Howard University, and National Baptist Educational Congress.
Dr. Howard began preaching at the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Huddy, Kentucky in 1981 and received his certificate of Ordination at Shiloh Baptist Church in 1982. Dr. Howard has pastured the Greater Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, First Baptist Church in West Virginia, New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, and the Greater New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church both located in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Howard is now the shepherd at the Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church.
Dr. Howard is a published author of the book “Tried by Fire, But Not Burned.” Sharing personal stories from his own life, Pastor Howard takes readers on a journey of his failures and faith, both of which have been essential to his ministry and spiritual growth for over thirty-three years. Whether you have a checkered past, a painful present, or a future headed straight for a cliff, his book brings words of encouragement and hope for your situation. Your pain is not without purpose. This story serves as a reminder to us all that we are "more than conquerors" through Him that loved us.
Dr. Clayton E. Howard was born in Columbus, Ohio to the union of Reverend L.C. and Sister Rosa Lee Howard. Pastor Clayton Howard and First Lady Brenda Howard are the proud parents of 3 daughters, Ashley, Brittany, and Kristen.
Keyanna Jones is a Political and Social Justice Activist, striving to effect positive change, that will uplift the minority community.
An active member of the Roselle, New Jersey community, for more than 15 years, she made a name for herself as a political consultant and fierce advocate for quality education. As a formidable and outspoken community activist, Keyanna was elected to the Roselle Board of Education, where she stood for truth, equity and restorative justice.
She is an Ordained Minister and the Founder and Executive Director of E=MC2, a 501-c3 Nonprofit Organization, aimed at creating cultural awareness and opportunity through education. She believes in the effective use of medical cannabis and is a proponent of the decriminalization of marijuana in the United States.
To that end, she has worked with trainers from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to further her knowledge and educate others about the origin of current U.S. drug policies and their adverse affect on the minority community.
Prophetess Christal Montgomery
Co-Founder / Senior Advisor to the President
Ms. Montgomery is an anointed Woman of God, and operates strongly in the Prophetic Realm and brings over 40 plus years of experience in Faith Based Development. She is a Preacher’s kid. Ms. Montgomery has served in numerous capacities within the Church and chaired several projects and programs. Additionally, Ms. Montgomery served as a Youth Director for over 18 years, and a Congress of Christian Education Youth Instructor. Ms. Montgomery was also appointed the Young People's Department Directress and the Director of the Youth Division of the First West Florida Congress of Christian Education for the First West Florida Baptist District Association. In this role, she had jurisdiction over all 46 Youth Ministries within the District of Missionary Baptist Churches. Ms. Montgomery is the Founder of a nonprofit organization called The Tree of Life Holistic Counseling Resource and Referral Center. Ms. Montgomery has developed a real respect, admiration and passion to see members of the community understand the tangible benefits of counseling and the need for early intervention, due to her own personal experience.
Ms. Montgomery is a wartime veteran as well, (Desert Shield/Desert Storm), having served in the U.S. Army from 1985 – 1998, as a Healthcare Specialist. As a Healthcare Specialist, Ms. Montgomery’s duty was to provide medical care to the soldiers, whether it was in the Field, Hospital, Emergency Room or in a Troop Medical Clinic. She has worked in VA Hospitals both on the wards and in the long term area (Nursing Home) of their facilities. She has worked on Physical Exams teams responsible for all the EKGs. She has worked on EMT teams and has served as the driver of the ambulances. During Basic Training at Ft. Jackson, SC she served as a Squad Leader. Ms. Montgomery received various awards during her service in the U. S. Army.
Ms. Montgomery also worked for the United States Postal Service, retiring after 16 years of service due to her disabilities. Since her retirement as a disabled veteran, Ms. Montgomery has volunteered with various Ministries, Organizations and Businesses; to name a few: IBIS Foundation Inc. and the IBIS Community Development Corporation as their Faith Based Coordinator; The American Red Cross as a Volunteer and Supervisor; Interfaith Jail Ministry at our County Jail; Juvenile Justice Facility and Rosewood Manor Nursing Home as a Bible Instructor; Counselor with the Women's Division at the Central Booking Unit of our County Jail working with female inmates that wanted to make a better life for themselves; Counselor with the Lakeview Center's helpline; Emergency Room at Baptist Hospital where she lives. Ms. Montgomery earned a B.S. degree in Accounting/Finance from Alabama State University in Montgomery, Alabama in 1982. Her studies toward a Master's Degree at Alabama State University was in Administration and Supervision. Ms. Montgomery has been a member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Movement for Change, her local NAACP where she served on the Executive Board and as the Assistant Secretary. She is a member of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority; The Order of the Eastern Star. She has one son, Brandon.
Keyontay Humphries, J.D. has the privilege of leading a career driven by a passion for youth, civil rights, empowerment and community building. She strongly believes social capital can influence political and financial capital. She has worked on campaigns that shed light on human rights violations in private prisons.This led to a statewide reduction in the number of beds available in the Florida juvenile justice system. She led coalitions that helped pass local and statewide legislation, as well as unseat a county prosecutor who vehemently supported and disproportionately sought the death penalty. As a part of her legal studies she clerked in the U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan and as a student lawyer in the same federal court's Pro se Clinic.
Gloria Woods is an author, criminal justice advocate,radio talk show host and Evangelist. She is a motivational speaker who focuses on Criminal justice reform issues.
She has met with Senators and Legislators in an effort to improve our broken Criminal Justice system in Florida. She has been greatly impacted by Incarceration as she has a daughter who is presently in a State Prison in Florida.
Gloria has a passion for those who are incarcerated as she has first hand experience how it has impacted her own family.
Gloria wrote a book Broken Shackles A Mothers Journey which as opened up many avenues for her to be actively involved in Criminal Justice Reform, she is a Justice Ambassador for Prison Fellowship, Program Director for End Prison To Pipeline, A member of Dream Defenders, The Florida Restoration Rights Coalition in Escambia County, Member of The ACLU of Florida, and Director of A Criminal Justice Advocacy Group in Pensacola. She is very active as a Intercessor in her local church.
Gloria fights very hard for the incarcerated and their families and wishes to talk to both local and state officials in the area of reducing The Mass Incarceration numbers, and assisting these returning citizens obtain housing, career opportunities so they can be given a second chance. She travels and speaks at Conferences with The Wounded Women Warriors with founder Cassandra Bryant Johnson. Her outreach and ministry touches many lives seeking freedom and release.
Meron Tadesse is an attorney who cares about her clients and her community. As the child of Ethiopian immigrants, Meron knows what it means to work hard in pursuing your dreams.
Meron is a native Georgian and has a dual degree in Accounting and Finance from Georgia State University. After undergraduate school, Meron attended law school at John Marshall Law School.
During her legal career, Meron worked at several law firms, a music management company, and even a political campaign and fundraising office.
Currently, Meron is the owner of Tadesse Law LLC, a law firm that focuses on business, tax, and mediation services. She has also received several accolades, including being named one of Georgia's Top 40 under 40 attorneys. For more information, you can visit the website www.tadesselaw.com.
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Henry Newman
Executive Board Member / Director of Environmental Justice
Geraldine McCarthur
Executive Director of Social Services & Outreach / Missionary
Geraldine has over 10 years of expertise in providing social services to low-income communities. She also aids in character development and re-entry services to incarcerated men and women, helping them to realize a life of freedom and purpose.
Other board memberships include Alliance of Men,100 Fathers, Pep Rally for Peace in the Streets, and Operation Moses Outreach Services.
Ms. McCarthur is an Educator and has a certification from the University of Haward in Theology and a Diploma in Executive Secretary Studies, as well as a certificate on Child Development.
Ms. McCarthur staffs a host of volunteer positions to support communities of color in creating economic development and empowerment. She is passionate about working across diverse sectors to create collaborative opportunities for communities to address complex social justice issues and provide systemic change. She is highly skilled in relationship development and community relations. Ms. McCarthur can adapt to any climate, bringing energy and vibrancy to every project she supports. In her spare time, she can be heard singing at gospel and jazz engagements for local events. Her mission is to assist in developing others gifts and talents.
Shelly Denise Brabham-Edminos
Executive Board Director of Housing And Urban Development/Legal Advocate
Hello, my name is Shelly Edmonis, and I am a legal advocate and law student with extensive experience in the legal system. As a graduate of NAU with a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, I have worked as a paralegal for the district attorney's office for over ten years in the state of California. My deep understanding of the legal system and its workings has helped
me provide quality legal aid and consultation services to clients in need.
Growing up, I always knew that I wanted to pursue a career in the legal system, partially due to the injustice that I witnessed firsthand as a young teenage girl. That is why I decided to go to NAU and study Criminal Justice. Since then, I have been working diligently and have gained a vast amount of knowledge and experience in the legal field. My proficiency in this
domain has helped me provide quality legal aid and consultation services to my clients who are facing complex legal issues. Throughout my career, I have always been passionate about ensuring that everyone gets fair treatment, and I work dedicatedly towards that goal. As a law student and a legal advocate, I am committed to working with clients to help them achieve their desired outcome.
Being a legal advocate is more than just a career; it's a calling. My passion for justice and helping others has always been the driving force behind my pursuit of a career in law. My studies at NAU have provided me with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the legal system. Over the years, I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds, each with unique and challenging legal issues. Through my experience, I have learned the importance of active listening and clear communication in
developing effective legal strategies. My unwavering commitment to my clients has allowed me to provide them with quality legal aid and consultation services. As I continue to grow in my profession, I remain focused on promoting fairness and justice for all. Whether I'm preparing a client for court or working behind the scenes, my goal is to achieve the best
possible outcome for each and every one of them.
In addition to my legal expertise, I also co-own a real estate consulting firm called Crediify.We are a social impact business that empowers low-income families to qualify for HUD housing programs. Our platform provides a range of tools and resources to ensure that families meet the eligibility requirements for HUD programs. Our mission is to eliminate social injustices and discriminatory housing practices that have plagued low-income
communities for far too long. We believe that every family has the right to safe and affordable housing, and we work tirelessly to make that a reality.
Tearing down the barriers of financial illiteracy and building a foundation of financial knowledge is crucial to achieving homeownership and ultimately joining the inner circle of wealth. And this is the anchor of our company, Crediify. We believe that by providing accessible financial education and resources, we can empower individuals to take control of their financial futures.
As a co-founder of Crediify, my legal expertise is only the beginning of what I bring to the table. Our firm prides itself on delivering unparalleled legal aid and consultation services to clients in need. What sets us apart is our firm's in-depth understanding of all aspects of real
estate consulting. I take great pride in my ability to draw on my vast knowledge of the legal and real estate industries alike to offer my clients the most comprehensive and effective consultation services possible. By combining my legal and real estate consultation expertise,
I am committed to delivering the highest level of professionalism and expertise to my clients.
If you are seeking a passionate legal champion who possesses substantial experience in effectively handling intricate legal cases, then Shelly Edmonis is an ideal choice for you.
Reach out to me now for further details about my diligent legal services and how I can support you with your legal needs. Together, we can conquer any legal obstacle and secure your triumph.
