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Jessie has been in Human Resources for 18 years, serving in various roles such as director of Learning and Development, program manager, instructional designer, corporate trainer, and career consultant. Over the last 2 decades, she has worked in several industries including Retail, Food Service, Technology, and Higher Education. Jessie is a certified mediator and provides mediation services for business organizations in need of conflict resolution for their employees. Jessie also has a passion for creating experiences and opportunities that brighten children’s lives and futures. She enjoys teaching K-12 children to dance, express themselves through art, and develop a love of the outdoors through camping and hiking.

Erin is a seasoned project management professional with over 25 years of experience in Healthcare IT. As a dedicated mother of three school-age kids, Erin wears many hats. She has generously volunteered her time by leading a Girl Scout Troop for four years and offering pro bono consulting support to local non-profits. Beyond her professional and volunteer work, Erin’s true passion lies in childhood enrichment beyond the confines of the classroom. She actively implements programs that cater to all aspects of a child’s needs - a testament to her commitment to fostering holistic growth. Erin and her family are avid outdoorspeople whose vacations include visiting National Parks, camping on Cumberland Island and hiking the North Georgia Mountains.

Brian King is an accomplished administrator and practitioner with over 20 years in the education sector. King has held leadership positions in nonprofit and academic organizations, directing university-community education improvement initiatives in historically marginalized communities in the US and Canada. He has extensive experience in fostering community collaboration, program development, implementation and evaluation.  Brian received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Rochester and completed coursework for his Master of Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Gus is a native of Atlanta and a recent graduate from Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) with a Bachelor's degree in Business Management. He has dedicated over five years to various mentorship programs, such as the African American Male Initiative (AAMI), a program dedicated to the professional and personal growth of black male students at GGC. During his tenure as a peer mentor with AAMI, Gus guided mentees in establishing attainable objectives and devising practical strategies for both personal and professional advancement. From mentoring children to adults, Gus believes in the importance of giving back to his community and supporting our future generations through service, knowledge and fellowship.