Tyrus McCloud - President 

Who is Tyrus McCloud? If you’ve ever had the opportunity to meet him, you will understand why he is more than his accolades, you can search for on Google.  Born and Raised in Pompano Beach, Florida. His story is like many misguided children in our community today. He grew up in a fatherless home which led to a life of neglect, lack of support, disciplinary and identity issues. He struggled with expressing his anger and became a bully. He took his insecurities and pain out on anyone who stood in his way. This helped fuel his desire to play football. From High School to the University of Louisville and eventually drafted by the Baltimore Ravens as a professional football player in the NFL, Tyrus dedicated his life to the game. 

After a career ending injury in his fourth year in the NFL, he began seeking his true purpose.  As a natural leader he used his influence to make a positive impact in the lives of people around him. He completed his Bachelors in Justice Administration and Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Louisville.. He continued to press forward and began serving with Prison Fellowship, a ministry that rehabilitates and restores the lives of incarcerated men and women. The story of his life was now about making a difference, by becoming a mentor for troubled young men and women who faced the same obstacles.  His purpose is to share his story and help the youth see that life is made up of four quarters, if you don’t quit and keep pressing forward, you’ll give yourself the best chance to win the game.​

Bertram "King" Gillings - Vice President 

A Man of God, Husband, and Father. Bertram’s heart is just as big as his smile and larger than life personality.  He’s a Brooklyn, NY native who was no stranger to struggle as a child. Raised in a fatherless home with three siblings, he had to step up and become the man of the house as a teenager.  Throughout his young adult life, he found it difficult to find direction.  With the help of his family, Bertram was determined to keep progressing.

As he grew older his ambition led to his first job in management with AT&T at 18.  Through his can-do attitude and teachable spirit, Bertram quickly advanced in the working world.  In a few years, he became an Executive with American Express and a Promotions Manager for Nationally Syndicated K-LOVE Radio.

Now as a college educated Communicator, he uses his voice to encourage and uplift our community through positive messaging. He aspires to be an example for our younger generation to follow.  With over ten years of youth coaching experience, he has provided guidance and mentoring support to young men in the Department of Juvenile Justice system.  He currently serves as a Student Ambassador with Broward College and Owns and Operates a Media Company that has provided services for the Miami Dolphins, Life FM Radio, and Non-Profits and Churches throughout South Florida. You can see his positive messages on his social media @meetmrking  
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His faith and humble childhood experiences taught him to value every opportunity.  Giving back and serving the community is a priority for him. He says, “It doesn’t take much to make a difference. If you use what you have, right where you are, you can make an impact.”  
The Board of Directors 
David Hatch: Regional Director of Prison Fellowship. Member of board of directors of the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)
​Leonard Weaver:  Former NFL professional football player/ Member of NFL Alumni South Florida chapter/ Entrepreneur/ Real Estate Agent 













​Ivan Bennette: Regional Manager for Lakeshore Learning Materials. Former Branch Manager at SunTrust Bank