Narrative: “After spending a few years in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, I moved to Deltona, Florida, where I’ve lived most of my adult life. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Music from Tougaloo College, a Master of Education in Counselor Education from Southern University, and a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration from Nova Southeastern University. My professional background is diverse and extensive, encompassing work in foster care and adoption services, mental health counseling, community engagement, and higher education. My experience has allowed me to serve and mentor countless young adults in student engagement, career and personal development, housing, leadership, and mentoring. My journey has imbued me with a passion for helping others, which I can exercise fully at Fathers’ Uplift. This organization offers a powerful resource to impact men and their families positively.”

If given the opportunity to invite someone to dinner, it would be my mother, who passed away when I was only two years old. My memories of her are limited, and the chance to spend time with her, exchanging life stories, would be a joy beyond measure.