STAFF & VOLUNTEERS

Executive Director

James had a difficult upbringing in an abusive home until he was 12 years old, but the struggles he faced as a young man is what spurred him on to search for Christ and inspire other men to find their worth in Jesus. James came to know Christ personally in the Navy at the age of 20 on the USS Bataan. James currently serves as a Church Planter. In his free time, James enjoys coaching basketball and training, as well as writing and weight training. But what he enjoyed most was spending time with his wife, before her recent passing from cancer, and his four beautiful children.

Director of Operations

Reggie Carter currently serves as Director of Operations for the We As Men Organization. He has dedicated the past 21 years of his life to youth development and servant leadership in the Non-Profit sector, with his last role serving as Chief Operating Officer for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana. He currently serves as mentor to young men 11-17 and program facilitator for We As Men Power 5 programs. His current duties and experience include strategic planning, ensuring quality program and service delivery, content creator, safety, community engagement, resource development, partnership development, marketing and public relations. He served 6 years in the U.S Navy where he gave his heart to Christ in 1997.

Reggie is an Alabama native, with a great love for helping and inspiring people. Believer, Father, golfer and friend, Reggie is committed to provide leadership, guidance, an ear to listen, and a heart to give to those who need it the most. He lives by the mantra "Love God, Love People."

Board Member

Shamar Terrell is the founder and CEO of Tricycle Coaching Consulting and Training. He has devoted over 15 years to developing people, teams, and leaders. He is a leader and entrepreneur who leads mainly by example, always doing his best and encouraging others to do the same.  While easygoing by nature, he is direct and decisive when he needs to be.
Mr. Terrell is also a Pastor and an inspirational leader who tells stories that inspire others to actions that help them live a more fulfilled and balanced life.  Respected as a credible voice in decision making, he is talented at seeing the issue from multiple perspectives and helping others identify and prioritize what is important. Mr. Terrell has also found success as a program manager, managing, and developing programs in the technology, government, and private business space. He has also spearheaded the creation of multiple professional coaching and development programs. Mr. Terrell holds degrees in Psychology and Organizational Leadership and Management. In addition, he holds a degree MA in Practical Theology.

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