Fred Burns, a Mississippi native, is a seasoned professional and entrepreneur with a prosperous career in the technology sector. Since graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Jackson State University in 2014, Fred has cultivated a diverse and impactful software development and leadership career.
Tyrone Burroughs is a visionary entrepreneur, business strategist, and philanthropist with over three decades of experience in retail distribution, sales, marketing, and business development.
Amy Crate has been building and marketing brands for three decades. She began her career in advertising at Saatchi & Saatchi, BBDO, and DDB Worldwide.
Jamere Jackson is the Chief Financial Officer AutoZone, a multi-billion dollar retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories. Jamere joined AutoZone on September 14, 2020 and became the first African-American CFO in the company’s 41 year history.
Mike Keeney is a lawyer and active member of the Memphis business community. He has practiced law in Memphis, TN since 1993 and formerly served as the managing shareholder of the Memphis office of Lewis Thomason law firm.
Gerald Laurain serves as Treasurer of the Youth Villages board of directors and Chairman of their Investment Committee.
Elizabeth is a co-founder and partner of Caiola & Rose LLC. She serves as national counsel for franchisors, commercial landlords and digital service providers…
Gary Shorb has served as Executive Director of The Urban Child Institute since 2017. Shorb retired from Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare where he served as CEO for 15 years.
Rev. Rufus Smith, IV is the Senior Pastor of Hope Church (EPC) in Memphis. He joined Hope’s Staff in September 2010, and became senior pastor in 2013.
Matt Tarkenton is President of Tarkenton Financial, a national insurance marketing company that is part of The Tarkenton Companies portfolio