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MEET THE TEAM

Mel C. Smith - Chairman/CEO & Mentor

Adrian Grishby - Academics/Alumni Services & Mentor

Quentin Snow - Technology/Mentor Coordinator

A native of Georgia, Mel obtained a number of degrees and has an extensive career in business, management, counseling, and ministry. He believes in the power of education and the value of mentoring young people.

Quentin Snow - Technology/Mentor Coordinator

Adrian Grishby - Academics/Alumni Services & Mentor

Quentin Snow - Technology/Mentor Coordinator

 Quentin earned a B.S. in Management Science from Tuskegee University. He's also a Realtor, skilled videographer, photographer and producer and is the owner and director of Snow Life Media. 

Adrian Grishby - Academics/Alumni Services & Mentor

Adrian Grishby - Academics/Alumni Services & Mentor

Adrian Grishby - Academics/Alumni Services & Mentor

Adrian has taught and tutored algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and introductory statistics courses over the last 8 years. He has a B.S. in Mathematics and M.A.T. in Mathematics Education. He makes math simple, relevant, and applicable.

Michael Pope - Mentor

Michael Pope - Mentor

Michael Pope - Mentor

 Mike grew up in Chicago and Flint, MI. After serving in the Army, he earned a B.S. in organizational leadership. He's currently an Operations Manager for the Home Depot. He enjoys coaching, participating in community activities, and riding his Harley.

Marvin Taylor - Mentor

Michael Pope - Mentor

Michael Pope - Mentor

Marvin served in the Army for 23 years and earned several degrees in Criminal Justice, Human Relations, and management. Marvin has served as mentor, coach, and deacon for many years through his church, various ministries, and local schools.

Nigel Smith - Mentor

Michael Pope - Mentor

Nigel Smith - Mentor

Nigel holds a BA in political science and currently works at M&T Bank as a Management Development Program Associate, specializing in Compliance Risk Management. Nigel also serves as an Assistant Scoutmaster with Troop 139, in Buffalo, NY.  He enjoys water sports, golf, running and traveling to music venues.

Cartis Best - Mentor

Rachel Holloway - Administrative & Communication Support Team

Tammi Jones - Executive Finance & Accounting


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Tammi Jones - Executive Finance & Accounting

Rachel Holloway - Administrative & Communication Support Team

Tammi Jones - Executive Finance & Accounting


Tammi serves as a Sr. tax accountant for Equifax with 15+ years of experience in public and private sectors. She holds a B.A. in Business Administration. Tammi enjoys volunteering with charitable organizations and traveling the world. 

Rachel Holloway - Administrative & Communication Support Team

Rachel Holloway - Administrative & Communication Support Team

Rachel Holloway - Administrative & Communication Support Team


Rachel serves as an educator for Griffin Spalding County Schools. She has a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of West Georgia. Rachel has a passion for working with students and building up the next generation. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and traveling. 

Nekisha Marshall - Photography & Special Projects Liaison

Nekisha Marshall - Photography & Special Projects Liaison

Nekisha Marshall - Photography & Special Projects Liaison

Nekisha has a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University and currently works in the Technology field. She is a photographer and owner of Captivating Moments, LLC. She enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends and finding waterfalls.

Charlene Cody - Educational Support Team

Nekisha Marshall - Photography & Special Projects Liaison

Nekisha Marshall - Photography & Special Projects Liaison

Native of Southwest Atlanta. Charlene has a M.A. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction K-12 and has over 13 years of teaching in the Georgia Public School System specializing in general ed. for grades K-5 and special education.  She enjoys volunteering with events that support children, families and the economic growth of urban communities.  

Daslyn Hinton - Human Resource Support Team

Nekisha Marshall - Photography & Special Projects Liaison

Daslyn Hinton - Human Resource Support Team

Daslyn currently holds a B.A. in Human Resources and has worked as a professional in the Talent Acquisition arena for over 20 years. Her passion lies in helping individuals to create and develop opportunities for professions that aren't just jobs, but plant seeds that turn into rewarding careers. She's an avid follower of both youth and c

Daslyn currently holds a B.A. in Human Resources and has worked as a professional in the Talent Acquisition arena for over 20 years. Her passion lies in helping individuals to create and develop opportunities for professions that aren't just jobs, but plant seeds that turn into rewarding careers. She's an avid follower of both youth and college level sports and enjoys contributing her time to events and activities that support women and families, empowering youth & college readiness and workforce entry preparedness, particularly for students at HBCUs.

Paris Robinson - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Nicole Oliver - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Nicole Oliver - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Paris has been a federal employee for 34 years, and loves spending time with family, traveling, football and event planning. One of her passions is community service and assisting young people. She holds a B.A. in psychology from the University of West Georgia and a Masters in Public Administration from Troy University.

Nicole Oliver - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Nicole Oliver - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Nicole Oliver - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Nicole grew up in Atlanta, GA She earned a B.S. degree from Georgia State University and has been employed with the U.S. Federal Government for 30 years. She regularly volunteers at homeless shelters and for Hosea Feed the Hungry. She enjoys sporting events, traveling and spending time with family.

Glenda Reddick - Executive Administration

Nicole Oliver - Partnerships & Community Service Liaison

Glenda Reddick - Executive Administration

Glenda Reddick received her Masters of Business of Administration and B.S in Business from Troy University.  She retired from the Air Force National Guard, where she served as the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the State of Alabama. Her years in Customer Relations range from Customer Service Representative to Operations Management. As 

Glenda Reddick received her Masters of Business of Administration and B.S in Business from Troy University.  She retired from the Air Force National Guard, where she served as the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the State of Alabama. Her years in Customer Relations range from Customer Service Representative to Operations Management. As an Operations Analyst with the State of Georgia, she managed system implementations for billing/auditing, managed the statewide Knowledge-base and conducted system training. Glenda is the owner of a photography business and enjoys traveling and spending time with family. She is an avid sports fan.

Thurmond Jones - Videographer/Mentor

Ariana Santiago - Creative Arts & Marketing Team

Ariana Santiago - Creative Arts & Marketing Team



Thurmon Jones is a 33 years old Maryland native. He was raised in McDonough, Georgia where he met his beautiful wife Trisha. The couple now has three amazing children. Thurmon currently works for Delta Air Lines, as a leader in the Employee Engagement Department. Thurmon is also the proud owner of Rolling Jones Consultant, where he serves



Thurmon Jones is a 33 years old Maryland native. He was raised in McDonough, Georgia where he met his beautiful wife Trisha. The couple now has three amazing children. Thurmon currently works for Delta Air Lines, as a leader in the Employee Engagement Department. Thurmon is also the proud owner of Rolling Jones Consultant, where he serves as a business strategy consultant. Thurmon is proud to be a man of God and strives to help people succeed to their fullest potential.

Ariana Santiago - Creative Arts & Marketing Team

Ariana Santiago - Creative Arts & Marketing Team

Ariana Santiago - Creative Arts & Marketing Team

 

Ariana is the CEO + Chief Creative Strategist at Flylight Creative, a digital marketing agency specializing in education, nonprofit and social enterprise. Ariana studied at Temple University. After graduating from Temple University, Ariana returned home to teach with Teach For America in Atlanta Public Schools. After teaching K-5th grade

 

Ariana is the CEO + Chief Creative Strategist at Flylight Creative, a digital marketing agency specializing in education, nonprofit and social enterprise. Ariana studied at Temple University. After graduating from Temple University, Ariana returned home to teach with Teach For America in Atlanta Public Schools. After teaching K-5th grade, Ariana led Teach For America’s Metro Atlanta alumni and social innovation community for five years.  Faced with this realization and degreed in Design, Media, and Public Relations, Ariana was inspired to launch Flylight Creative full-time to empower education institutions, non-profits, and social enterprises with the tools and capacity to own their story and effectively reach their audience. She is intentional about using her skills in service of a broader vision to bridge the gap between organizations and the communities they serve.  


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