Mission & Vision

Our mission is to cultivate resilience and strength in men, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. We are dedicated to achieving this goal through comprehensive training programs that equip adult men with essential career and life skills. Additionally, we are committed to fostering the development of the next generation by providing mentorship through sports and specialized training initiatives for young men.

Our vision is to witness the triumph of robust individuals, well-equipped for success in both their personal and professional pursuits. Through our unwavering dedication to empowerment, we aspire to see men flourish as pillars of strength in all aspects of their lives.

Executive Director

James Taylor Jr. is a seasoned communicator, speaker, influencer, and life/business coach, showcasing a diverse skill set and a fervor for personal and professional development. Renowned for building communities and fostering collaboration, he leads effectively, makes impactful decisions, and motivates teams toward shared goals. As a Relationship and Business Coach, James specializes in guiding individuals to achieve their goals, leveraging his communication skills, teaching expertise, emotional intelligence, and visionary mindset to create empowering environments and inspire positive change for the future. 

Director of Operations 

Reggie Carter, Director of Operations at We As Men Organization, brings 21 years of dedicated service in youth development and nonprofit leadership. Formerly the Chief Operating Officer at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana, Reggie now mentors young men aged 11-17 and facilitates We As Men Power 5 programs. His expertise spans strategic planning, program delivery, content creation, safety, community engagement, resource and partnership development, as well as marketing and public relations. A U.S Navy veteran, father of 2 teenage boys, Alabama native, and passionate youth advocate, Reggie is committed to providing leadership, guidance, and support, embodying the mantra "Love God, Love People."  

Our mission is to help men develop a strong foundation, as well as empower men to grow in their personal self esteem, professional confidence, relationship connections and emotional intelligence. We also aim to help men to grow in their self identity, learning about who they are and the classification of what they do.

Our mission is to help men deepen their relationships with their core family; including their wife and children, beyond just a provider and protector. Our desire is to see men cultivate a heart to be present and patient with their families and become a safe space for their loved ones.

Our mission is  to teach men to understand and steward their finances by learning how to budget & plan their monthly and annual income.  We also have the intention to help men scale their businesses to a place of financial security that leads to a successful and healthy retirement.

Our mission in functionality is to assist men in developing an understanding of emotional intelligence, skill sets, and systems in the workplace.

Our mission in fitness is to help men discover and achieve their best physical shape possible. Our desire is to help men become the best version of themselves physically for the betterment of their families and overall health.