With 15+ years of experience, Shamar is a Leadership, Life & Mental Health Coach, Group Facilitator, and Navy Veteran dedicated to developing leaders and helping others achieve success. His approach blends art and science, using evidence-based techniques to enhance mindfulness, prevent burnout, manage boundaries, and emphasizes living for things that matter.

Shamar is a Certified Growth Coach and holds degrees in Psychology and Organizational Leadership and management. He is also an Associate Certified Coach and has his Certified Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma.

Beyond coaching, Shamar serves on the Board of Directors for We As Men and Grace Community Church. He is a Father, Husband and passionate about serving his community.

A double HBCU grad, powerhouse attorney, and community builder, Adrina is a proud Summa Cum Laude graduate of NC A&T and holds both a JD and MBA from North Carolina Central University (🦅 Pride!) . With over 15 years of legal experience, she is currently the Executive Director of the Grievance Resolution Board within the NC Department of Correction.

Adrina is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Alpha Zeta Omega chapter) and loves giving back to the community through service. Adrina stays involved with her alma mater as Chair of the Honors College Advisory Board at NC A&T and was recently honored with the Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award. She was the 2023 Keynote Speaker for A&T’s Student Honors Convocation and helps shape the future of legal education as a member of NCCU’s School of Law Commission.

Adrina’s personal life is just as vibrant! She’s also raising two amazing kids with her husband Rahmud and when she’s not making power moves, she can be found whipping up new recipes in the kitchen, traveling or shaking up the perfect cocktail.

Philip is a proud graduate of North Carolina Central University with a B.A. in History and holds a Master’s in Social Work from NC State. While at NCCU, he pursued membership in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. through the Tau Psi Chapter. He has since dedicated his career to education, mental health, and community development, serving as a mental health clinician, educator, and co-founder of a mental health company in his hometown of Warrenton, North Carolina.

Passionate about service, he volunteers monthly with Urban Ministries of Durham and serves on the children’s ministry team at Kings Park International Church. As a committed leader and dedicated member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Philip led as Beta Phi’s Basileus from 2021–2023 and now holds the roles of Centennial Marshal and Sixth District Economic Development Committee chairman.

Perhaps his greatest achievement, however, is the service he provides to his family. He is devoted to his wife, Keyanna, With the support of his wife, Philip is an exemplary model of manhood for his three young daughters, Phasia, Phallon and Pharen. is a proud graduate of North Carolina Central University with a B.A. in History and holds a Master’s in Social Work from NC State. While at NCCU, he pursued membership in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. through the Tau Psi Chapter. He has since dedicated his career to education, mental health, and community development, serving as a mental health clinician, educator, and co-founder of a mental health company in his hometown of Warrenton, North Carolina.

Passionate about service, he volunteers monthly with Urban Ministries of Durham and serves on the children’s ministry team at Kings Park International Church. As a committed leader and dedicated member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Philip led as Beta Phi’s Basileus from 2021–2023 and now holds the roles of Centennial Marshal and Sixth District Economic Development Committee chairman.

Perhaps his greatest achievement, however, is the service he provides to his family. He is devoted to his wife, Keyanna, With the support of his wife, Philip is an exemplary model of manhood for his three young daughters, Phasia, Phallon and Pharen.

Katina is a wife, mom of three, and a trailblazing Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 20+ years in pediatric medicine. A proud Hampton alum and Duke University graduate, Katina is the founder of Purposeful Pediatrics PLLC, a mobile practice bringing equitable, high-quality care directly to families’ doors.

Katina’s passion for serving underserved communities began at Greensboro FQHC and deepened through leadership roles at Novant Health and Brenner Children’s ED. In 2020, she took a bold leap of faith, launching her own practice to close healthcare gaps with compassion and innovation.

Katina serves on the parental advisory board for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and the Ken Carlson Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club. She is a board member of H.O.P.E. of Winston-Salem and currently serves as the Board Chair of LEAD Girls of NC. Katina is also an active member of the Winston-Salem Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Winston-Salem Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc.

Eric earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from UNC Chapel Hill. He has amassed 15+ years of experience in civil engineering, project management, strategic planning, business analysis, and, most importantly, leadership between the public and private sectors (e.g., City of Durham, Town of Carrboro, Durham County Government, and UNC Healthcare, and Fidelity) before being appointed (to his current role) as the Town Manager (CEO) of the Town of Rolesville.

In addition to holding memberships in the International City/County Manager’s Association, the North Carolina City/County Management Association, and the National Forum of Black Public Administrators, Eric was recently recognized by Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) as one of the nation’s 100 Top Influencers in Local Government for 2024. According to ELGL, Eric is “a role model in local government who is paving the way for others.”

Outside of work, Eric serves in his local church, is transitioning into appointments for the board of a non-profit that serves the Country of Cameroon (Africa) and sits on the advisory board of Civic Federal Credit Union. He also loves gardening, completed his first marathon and several triathlons last year. He is also training for a half-Ironman.

Faith is more than a Certified Public Accountant, she's a passionate entrepreneur, author, speaker, and advocate for financial empowerment. As the Principal of Faith Bynum, CPA, PC, she has dedicated her career to guiding businesses and individuals toward financial success. But beyond the numbers, Faith thrives on creativity, connection, and bringing joy into every aspect of her life.

Born and raised in Durham, NC, Faith has always been deeply committed to education and uplifting her community. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting) and a CPA license earned in 2012, she built a thriving firm that serves as a pillar of financial expertise and mentorship. Through her book, Build Faith in Your Business, and various speaking engagements, she continues to inspire future leaders in entrepreneurship.

While Faith excels in the financial world, she finds just as much passion in creative expression. She LOVES cooking and making fresh juices, always experimenting with new flavors to nourish both body and soul. Her love for interior decorating transforms spaces into reflections of warmth and style, and her keen eye for fashion allows her to blend professionalism with personal flair. When she's not working, you can find her enjoying quality time with her husband, Jamie, and their daughter, Madison.

Jatez is a proud Durham, NC native. He is an Environmental and Geospatial Science student at NCCU and a member of the US Air Force where he serves as a weather forecaster.

Outside of his professional and academic pursuits, he is a passionate creative, working on projects like Crafted Dreams, where he manages talent submissions and assists emerging artists in showcasing their work. Jatez is also a devoted father, committed to creating a safe environment and bright future for his son.

Anaya has been a registered nurse since 2001, earning her BSN from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and MSN from the Medical University of South Carolina. After starting her career in the neonatal ICU, Anaya traveled and gained invaluable experience before settling into her role as a nurse practitioner in both North Carolina and Washington, DC. With over 15 years of clinical experience, she’s built a reputation for her compassionate care and dedication to her patients.

In 2019, Anaya pivoted to follow her passion for aesthetics, blending her extensive ICU background with specialized aesthetic training. She now focuses on helping clients achieve natural, refreshed results through skincare and injectables. Anaya’s approach is centered around collaboration and communication, understanding her patients’ unique goals and creating tailored treatment plans to help them age gracefully and confidently.

Outside of her professional work, Anaya enjoys life with her husband Kris, their vibrant daughter, and their doberman. They love traveling internationally, skiing as a family, beach trips, and cooking together. Fun fact: she’s a former NFL cheerleader and has a unique love for pickle juice!

Kelsey is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), 500-hour Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT), and the founder of Living for Synergy Wellness, an embodied wellness practice dedicated to holistic psychotherapy, yoga, and clinical supervision. Based in Durham, North Carolina, Kelsey’s work focuses on integrating storytelling, mental health, cultural consciousness, and embodiment, to create accessible learning environments and wellness spaces.

With over a decade of experience across inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization settings, Kelsey has provided therapeutic care to individuals and families navigating body image dissatisfaction, disordered eating, and acute eating disorders. Her unique perspective—shaped by years of serving in fitness and wellness spaces—fuels her passion for addressing mental health disparities among BIPOC populations through the integration of mindful movement and embodiment practices.

Kelsey is a double Eagle (#EaglePride), earning both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at North Carolina Central University. Kelsey served as the 68th Miss North Carolina Central University 2011-2012 and returned to her alma mater as a faculty member! When she’s not teaching or leading yoga and group fitness classes, Kelsey enjoys being outdoors/hiking, trying new restaurants, watching thriller movies, car karaoke, trying not to over or under water her houseplants, reading, and spending time with loved ones!