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Scroll down to see how to join: SHERNIECE JOHNSON-SMITH, Chair of the Board, Parent Coordinator, NYC DOE Sherniece Johnson-Smith is the eldest daughter of Rosa and Joe Johnson. She was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She attended public schools and is a graduate of Brooklyn Technical H.5. Sherniece obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Arts and Advertising Production Management from New York City Technical College; she earned her Graduate Gemologist diploma from GIA and is a graduate of the NYU Appraisal Studies Program. Sherniece is married to Darnell P. Smith (a Brooklyn business owner); they have two daughters, Epyana and Arrajah. The Smiths reside in Bedford Stuyvesant. Sgt. Marcus Calliste Sr. is a Photojournalist for the United States Air Force. He is a highly experienced and dedicated leader with a strong background in operational, project, and program management. Able to plan, staff, budget, and supervise operations involving hundreds of employees and millions of dollars worth of equipment and facilities. Prepare and deliver precise reports and collaborate with senior managers, including local, state and federal officials. His experiences enable him to motivate, coach, and evaluate staff. He thrives in stressful environments, ensuring focused decision making and excellent management and leadership at all times. Mr. Calliste currently holds Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret: (TS/SCI) Security Clearance. Juan DelaCruz - Owner, McDonald's In 1991 Juan De La Cruz Joined the McDonald's system as a "Registered Applicant" (management training for the future owners). He attended Hamburger University in Chicago and won the Distinguished Hat Award. In 1997, he was awarded his first store at Knickerbocker Avenue in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY. and in 2002 he was awarded his second store on Broadway in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY. He is the proud owner of these restaurants with a total of ninety five employees. Juan is actively involved in the community. He believes community involvement is not only good for business, but also it is the right thing to do. LAURA LARIMER, Regional Director of Development, College Summit NY Laura Larimer is the Regional Director of Development for College Summit New York and oversees fundraising activities for the organization in New York. She joined College Summit from the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), where she served in several capacities for the New York Metro region, including Director of Development and Acting Co-Regional Director. Over eight years, her accomplishments include tripling the region’s annual fundraising performance and implementing a strategic plan that resulted in 150% growth in students trained annually in New York. Previously, Laura managed communications campaigns for educational and nonprofit clients at Widmeyer Communications, a leading public relations firm in Washington, DC. Click here to view Barnabas' full bio  CHARLENE TURNER Charlene Turner, SPHR is the Director of Organizational Development for The Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education. Prior to joining the non-profit in 2008, she founded and managed a small business supporting entrepreneurs by developing online marketing plans and helping to streamline business practices. With more than 8 years corporate human resource management and support service experience, she specializes in improving business efficiencies by leveraging technology and best-practice project management processes. Charlene studied sociology at Hunter College in New York City, received certification in Human Resource Management from New York Institute of Technology, and achieved the Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) designation in 2010. She is a long-time member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. Passionate about volunteerism and youth leadership, Charlene previously served as a youth volunteer with the Boys and Girls Club of America, and is currently on the advisory board of Project Regeneration (PR-G) in Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn. SHEENA HAZEL Bio to be submitted HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER Due to PR-G's program success and Media coverage, including and a grant from Google, which gives our organization a strong presence on the web, PR-G receives many requests for board membership;PR-G's board has instituted a policy in which prospective members are selected from PR-G supporter groups including: members of our 1000 People whoBANG and Foot Soldiers Services. This ensures that as an organization we spend our time working with individuals who already support Our Mission & Vision. Requirements:Time • Board meets six times each year - attend at least four (4) board meetings. Early December meeting is required • Attend at least two (2) PR-G youth programs per year • All board members must attend at least one Nonprofit workshop per year Fundraising • Through our 1000 whoBANG campaign recruit and maintain 20 recurring memberships through your personal and business contacts ; or give, get, or help get $2,500 annually. For more information about 1000 WhoBANG click here:  o Join 1000 whoBANG - at least $25 quarterly • Give an annual financial gift at a level which is personally meaningful according to your own circumstances – utilize your contacts to develop institutional support for PR-G from corporations, foundations and government resources Governance • Monitor PR-G’s Programs and Services • Support the Executive and review his or her performance • Determine the Organization's Mission and Purpose Policies • Ensure financial policies are in place and properly functioning • Ensure program policies are in place and properly functioning • Ensure hiring policies are in place and properly functioning Leadership • Ensure Effective Organizational Planning • Enhance the Organization's Public Image • Manage Resources Effectively |
