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Allisa Charles - Findley

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Allisa Findley serves as the President of the Botham Jean Foundation; an organization founded in October 2018 following the tragic death of her brother, Botham Shem Jean at the hands of a police officer in his own Dallas, Texas apartment. Ms. Findley is committed to preserving her brother's legacy and maintaining the Foundation's vision, which advocates for Christian intervention in promoting social change. She is also the President of Sisters of the Movement, a 501c4 organization that emerged in 2020, aiming to establish a coalition of sisters of police brutality victims. Their primary objective is to work towards the implementation of fair and just laws and policies for people of color. Ms. Findley pursues a doctoral degree in Leadership and holds a master’s degree in healthcare management alongside a Life, Accident, and Health insurance license.

Chas Moore

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Chas Moore is an acclaimed activist and community organizer who has dedicated his life to helping Black, Indigenous, and people of color, impoverished communities, and those that suffer the brunt of systemic, institutional oppression. Under Chas’ leadership, AJC has led local reform efforts such as creating the Austin Police Department’s Use of Force polic, and successfully campaigning for the reallocation of $150 million from the Austin Police Department’s budget to begin the process of creating public safety alternatives to traditional public safety methods. Mr. Moore’s tenacity has garnered much recognition, including multiple awards, the 2019 Nathan Cummings Foundation Fellowship, and the 2019 Unlocked Futures Cohort backed by Academy-award-winning artist John Legend. Before devoting his work full-time to the creation and growth of the Austin Justice Coalition, Chas served as a student activist fighting many social issues at The UTA and the rest of the Austin Community.

Chastin Miles

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Imagine a journey of tenacity and transformation - the journey of Chastin J. Miles, who began as a young, ambitious man set on conquering the real estate world in 2014. His relentless hustle, fueled by a fiery spirit, saw him transition from a struggling solo agent to a formidable force. Recognizing his gift for inspiring others, Miles turned to YouTube, sharing game-changing insights that drew millions, becoming a beacon for those seeking to grow professionally. Miles also founded Power Unit Coaching to cultivate entrepreneurial leaders, further contributing to his legacy. His bestseller, "The Real Before The Estate. From an individual agent to addressing a 7,000-strong audience, Miles' diverse portfolio is a testament to his determination and adaptability. High-profile publications such as The New York Times and Forbes recognize his expertise. His story stands as a testament to the power of perseverance and ambition, reminding us that anyone can carve out their unique legacy.

Curtis Cornelious

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Mayor Curtis J. Cornelious has lived in Little Elm since October 2004, with his wife of over 21 great years, Charlet, and their three children Stephanie, Christian, and Collyn. He has a double degree in Chemistry and Agriculture from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. He has always been involved in his community through different organizations, including coaching football and basketball, Boy Scouts, and his church, where he served as a Deacon. He served two terms on Town Council representing District two terms as an at-large representative and served five years as Mayor Pro Tem. He also served as a Board Director for the Economic Development Corporation for four years. He serves on the Board of Directors for United Way of Denton. Mayor Cornelious is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Deron Guidrey

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Deron Guidrey, a native of Texas, is a highly accomplished entrepreneur and the visionary force behind PlayersTV. With an impressive background spanning over 12 years in sports marketing, Deron has solidified his reputation as a prominent leader in the industry. His unwavering expertise and passion have been instrumental in reshaping sports media, making PlayersTV a groundbreaking platform that has revolutionized sports and entertainment. Deron's forward-thinking approach and his attentiveness for diversity, inclusion, and representation, has not only disrupted the industry but also opened avenues for underrepresented communities to establish a substantial presence in the media. Under Deron's exceptional leadership, PlayersTV has soared to unprecedented heights. By forging strategic partnerships and securing distribution deals with Roku, SlingTV, YouTube TV, Vizio, and more. PlayersTV has broadened its presence to an astounding 300 million households spanning across the world.

Dr. Felicia Phillips

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A fifth-generation serial entrepreneur, Dr. Felicia Phillips is a Master Business Strategist and CEO of PPICW, Incorporated. PPICW is a 2- Time award-winning, certified MBE consulting firm specializing in strategic planning, supplier development, DE&I training, and executive coaching. Dr. Felicia's expertise has been used to coach and mentor businesses from the startup stage to include more seasoned businesses with revenue over $100M. Today, Dr. Felicia uses experience to advise organizations like AARP, Southern Company, Grady Health System, Wells Fargo, Delta Air Lines, The McDonald's Corporation, Pathward, and The Museum of Contemporary Arts In 2020, Dr. Felicia founded The One Million Dreams Foundation for Black Women and Girls. The 501(c)(3) foundation is a strategic alliance partner to the Small Business Administration and has partnered with Fortune 50 companies to help women-owned businesses with contract opportunities, certifications as well as access to capital.

Dr. Latame Phillips

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Latame Phillips was born in San Diego, CA attended the University of Southern California in Los Angeles receiving a degree in Business Management. Phillips then served his country in the United States Army fighting in Operation Enduring Iraqi Freedom. After his term of service was complete, Phillips worked in in management roles for several large companies. He soon realized that corporate life was not for him and started a nonprofit. He is now the CEO at Hunger Busters specializes in serving children the third meal of the day. Latame's work has been recognized by the city and national level as the 145th day of the year is now 'Hunger Busters Day' in Dallas and he also recieved the 44th Presidental Community Service Award.

Dr. Renee Fowler Hornbuckle

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Dr. Renee’s passion in life is to make an impact in the global world empowering others. She is an award-winning multi-book Published Author (Thomas Nelson); Dale Carnegie and John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Teacher, Trainer; Media Personality; Senior Pastor; Entrepreneur; Strategist; Consultant; Cause Advocate, a Life Transformation Advisor and a Recipient of The Barack Obama President’s Lifetime Achievement Award for her service. Utilizing her experiences from the corporate, non-profit and faith sectors - she specializes in helping others gain clear perspectives in every area of life. With expertise in leadership and personal development; change, crisis and performance management and executive coaching; she leaves no stone unturned in guiding others. Whether working with clients one on one, a team, or an organization to level up or move them from crisis to a comeback, she gives practical, solid, and powerful wisdom on leveraging every aspect of life!

Dr. Stacia Alexander

Psychotherapist

Dr. Alexander is a seasoned psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, owning a private group mental health practice and serving as the Director of Paul Quinn College Mental Health Clinic. Her work focuses on helping high-functioning professional women understand the importance of mental health on the journey to success. With her program, & The Emotionality of Success, she has enlightened countless women about the emotional and cognitive challenges they may face. Dr. Alexander's latest project, My College Mental Health's; offers a comprehensive system and an easy-to-read book, Things I Wish I Knew About Mental Health in College, designed to prepare pre-college and college students for their mental health needs. As a passionate speaker, she addresses audiences of all sizes, aiming to decrease the stigma surrounding mental health treatment. Her enduring dedication to mental health advocacy continues to transform lives, instilling hope and empowerment in all hose she encounters.

Edward Gray

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Ed Gray is a current Ph.D. candidate at SMU and a long-time Human Rights activist. Gray has spent the last 40 years fighting injustices from apartheid to Black Lives Matter.

Joseph Kimbrough

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Joseph Kimbrough is the CEO of Apex Real Estate Investments. Apex is a Privately Held Equity Investment company that provides its investors with Passive Income, Potential Tax Advantages, and Above Market Returns through Multifamily and other Alternative Investments.

Juanita Ingram Esq.

Mrs. Universe

Juanita Brown Ingram, Esq. is an award-winning attorney, author, actress, filmmaker, and fashion philanthropist. She is the newly crowned Mrs. Universe 2022/2023 and the first Black woman to win the title. She is a licensed attorney, Founder of Dress for Success Greater London & Chattanooga, and CEO of Purpose Productions Inc., a 501(c)3 production company radically transforming the model for Black-casted reality series with the unscripted show The Expats International Ingrams, currently streaming on Amazon Prime US/UK, Tubi, & Roku; which chronicles Black Americans thriving abroad while directly combating the distorted representation of BIPOC people globally. Mrs. Ingram is an advocate for women and young girls, speaking internationally on topics regarding the change navigation, expat issues, confidence-building, Trailing Spouse issues, wellness, and self-worth throughout the US, Asia, Europe, and the UK.

Justin Moore Esq.

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Justin’s work has garnered national media attention in People Magazine, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time, NBC’s Today Show, and more. Justin served as a prosecutor at the Dallas County District Attorney’s office prior to establishing his private practice, which focuses on criminal law, civil rights litigation, prisoner clemency, and police brutality cases. After earning his law degree at SMU’s Dedman School of Law, Justin became a prosecutor in the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, working under Craig Watkins, known for his innovations in overturning wrongful convictions. While at the DA’s office, Justin used his position to champion mental health diversion programs in honor of his brother, Josh, who died by suicide on the same day Justin received his license to practice law. This tragedy has fueled Justin’s drive to pass safer gun laws and fully fund mental health programs.

Karen McKoy

Author

Karen Mckoy is an award-winning international speaker who shares her wisdom with thousands of listeners on being resilient in the face of adversity in life and finding joy on the journey. An author who shares her struggles after the death of two children and a granddaughter. The author counsels’ mothers about the personal journey to renew joy after the loss of a child. Upon earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a concentration in Leadership, the author earned a Master of Arts in Religious Studies. With those formal degrees, the author has earned a doctorate in navigating through the tragic vicissitudes of motherhood as life is the best graduate school.

Keio Gamble

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Mr. Keio Gamble is an accomplished author, business consultant, project manager, and serial entrepreneur. Keio is a veteran of the US Army. He is also a community activist, servant leader, and mentor to many. Mr. Gamble is an active member and leader in the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and in Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite Freemasonry. Keio believes that the revelation of self-worth is too prevalent and powerful of a phenomenon to overlook. He is committed to his theory that progressive transformation through self-revelation, mental expansion, and personal development are the keys to life’s success that awaits every man, woman, boy, or girl.

Louis L. Reed

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Louis L. Reed is FFJC's National Advocacy and Campaigns Director, bringing extensive experience in government, criminal justice reform, policy advocacy, and public health. With over 14 years in federal prison and successful supervision, Louis led the passage of 30+ state and federal bills, including the historic First Step Act. His work has impacted 650,000+ individuals affected by the criminal justice system. As the head of the National Advocacy and Campaigns team, Louis manages national coalitions for fines and fees reform and provides expertise to institutions, organizations, and individuals seeking assistance nationwide. Prior to FFJC, Louis held senior positions at REFORM Alliance and Dream Corps Justice. He is an award- winning author, commentator on the Law & Crime Network, licensed addictions practitioner, and producer of Hulu's UnPrisoned series.

NaTasha Vinson

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NaTasha Vinson is a dynamic and multifaceted individual, wearing many hats as a Certified Life Experience Coach, Image Consultant, Realtor, Self-published Author, Speaker, and Podcaster. She firmly believes that every woman has the power within herself to break free from self-limiting beliefs and achieve greatness. In her role as a Certified Life Experience Coach, NaTasha provides invaluable guidance and support to women as they navigate through life's challenges. NaTasha's coaching methods are rooted in empathy, understanding, and a genuine desire to see her clients succeed. She goes beyond the traditional role of a real estate agent, ensuring that her clients feel informed, supported, and confident in their property decisions. Her bestselling book, "Sis, Buy that House! & Own It," serves as a comprehensive guide for women seeking financial independence through real estate ownership.

Olivia Atkin

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Olivia Atkin was born in Arkansas and raised in New Jersey. She graduated from Quinnipiac University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management, a minor in Sports Studies, and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Supply Chain. Olivia holds certifications in Society for Human Resource Management CP, Project Management CAPM, Association for Supply Chain Management CPIM, Green Belt Six Sigma, Tableau Analyst badge, and Advanced Google Analytics badge. Olivia is an entrepreneur and author who has worked in numerous industries including professional sports, health care, supply chain, finance, and education. Olivia's Business Achieving Success LLC has multiple divisions including her book Achieving Success in Career Development, her podcast Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin, a coaching/speaking division, her webinar series Authentically Achieving Your mix, and more.

Orlando Arnold

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Orlando Arnold is a former Alabama State University Baseball Player with over 15 years’ experience in sales, marketing, negotiation, and contracts. He is now in the world of sports as an MLB & NFL sports agent. He’s negotiated multi-millions of dollars, worth of contracts. As the President, Co-Founder of Pyramid Sports and Entertainment Group, one of the top Minority Owned Dual Sport full-service agencies. Orlando assist with all aspects of clients marketing, branding, contraction negotiation, and philanthropic endeavors. Some of the athletes, and executives on the company’s roster includes Jonathan Ward, Otis Reese, Kalil Pimpleton, Kyle Battle, Jennifer Lynne Williams of USA Basketball, Johnathon Thomas, and Chandler Wooten. Orlando also has been named to several 40 under 40’s as well including Legacy Miami, Alabama State’s and he’s part of the inaugural Alpha Class of his fraternity’s (Alpha Phi Alpha).

Shawn Pullum Esq.

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Shawn Pullum is the Chief Counsel for the Pullum Law Firm. He is a legal generalist and an Intellectual Property law specialist. His practice areas include Business Formation, Contract Development and Review, Cybersecurity, Civil Litigation, Data Privacy, Family Law, Wills, Estates, and Trusts, as well as all areas of Intellectual Property Prosecution and Litigation. Mr. Pullum's other Intellectual Property Law practice areas include Trademarks, Copyrights, Sports Law, and Entertainment Law. He worked in the technical and business sides of Corporate America for over 27 years. He received his master’s in management with a specialization in Project Management from CTU Online. His undergraduate degree in Computer Science with a Scientific option is from Southern University Baton Rouge. Mr. Pullum worked as a Systems Engineer for AT&T Big Data, an instructor for University of Phoenix, and began his technical career as a Software Engineer for IBM Storage Systems.

Thana Hickman – Simmons

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Thana is a former teen mother and the Founder/CEO of Viola's House. Thana is also the founder of the Baby Benefit Boutique. The BBB currently has over 5,000 visits a month from mothers in the community that take pregnancy and parenting classes. In return for taking classes, mothers receive vouchers to shop in the beautiful boutique. Thana has found her greatest joy in serving homeless teen mothers as they transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency. Thana holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, is a certified Life Coach, and holds a license of ordination in ministry. Thana has had a successful insurance career for 20 years for several top insurance companies as a catastrophic claims manager. Viola's House is a Maternity Home for teen mothers who are homeless and facing an unplanned pregnancy. Thana has found her greatest joy in serving homeless teen mothers as they transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency.

Tiara Cooper

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Tiara Cooper is a revolutionary Dallas leader passionate about Transformation, Faith, Justice, and grassroots empowerment. Experiencing a felony conviction as a teen propelled Tiara Cooper into a lifetime mission of Liberation to end mass incarceration, felony disenfranchisement, and dismantle historical systems of white supremacy. She has previously organized with M4BL, Faith in Texas as the Live Free TX Organizer, Texas Organizing Project (TOP), Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce, and Outreach Strategists, enabling her to impact and connect directly with her local community. She is a founding. member of IDOBL coalition (In Defense of Black Lives); She formerly chaired the Live Free Texas; she is an Alumni of Howard University Theology, CUNY Colin Powell Leadership for Emerging Leaders, Racialized Policing, and Justice Reform Cohort– In 2021, she received the Catalyst Award from 2021 Annual Juanita Craft Humanitarian

Tim Martin

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Tim is an American basketball coach, motivational speaker, filmmaker, and industry expert. As a professional basketball developer, Martin is known for creating comprehensive training transformation programs for basketball players at all levels. Throughout his career, he is known to have trained some of the most elite players, including Victor Wembanyama, Trae Young, Tyrese Maxey, Dwyane Wade,Martin has also overcome homelessness with his son for 3 years in 2013-2016.

Todd Blyleven

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Todd Blyleven is a beacon of hope and inspiration, a heroic survivor who overcame unimaginable challenges. He saved lives during the Las Vegas mass shooting, earning the title of a "Hero" Battling post-traumatic stress disorder, he embarked on a transformative journey of healing. As a co-founder of the Walking Tall Movement, Todd inspires humanity to Walk Tall for those struggling with mental health, guided by strength, compassion, and love. With a unique background in professional baseball, growing up on major league fields with his Hall of Fame father and later playing professionally and working as a Major League Baseball scout, Todd brings a wealth of experiences and captivating stories to share. Today, as a devoted husband, father, and founder of The Scout Hub, Todd continues to uplift others with his unwavering commitment to Walk Tall and bring hope to those in need.

Yolanda Harper

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Passionate about “Personal Power” this is demonstrated in her energetic speaking style that captivates the audience. Her gift of evoking thought-provoking emotions, asking self-reflective questions all while fully engaging onlookers is always evident. A sought-after speaker, she’s also a highly recognizable and enthusiastic moderator, facilitator, and panelist. As President and CEO of Alpha Discovery Group LLC, Yolanda established her new business, which is a tree with branches of empowering programs, tools and resources that is solely focused on optimal personal performance.