“After 30 years of volunteering and mentoring youth behind the scenes, I knew I needed to do more. In 2021, Teens Excelling Beyond Foundation was founded. I am a mother, a wife, and a lifetime caregiver. I am the adoptive and biological mom of six boys, one girl, and fostered many more. Additionally, I was a teen mom from North Tulsa who knows firsthand Tulsa’s great need to shift the mindset of our youth. Growing up, success seemed unattainable, and I did not believe I could change my situation. It wasn’t until I attended Margaret Hudson that I realized I was in control of my future, and yes, it is bright!

Once I graduated and gave birth to my son, I wanted to guide others to see the light. In 2021, Teens Excelling Beyond Foundation was founded. Teens Excelling Beyond is laser-focused on empowering teen girls to become future leaders. We meet the girls where they are, get to the root of their problems, and address trauma head-on. Then we work hard to foster personal growth and a sense of purpose.

With a background in psychology, I am passionate about understanding the complexities of the human mind and guiding our youth towards positive paths. I love this foundation, my village of life coaches, mentors and every single girl that walks through our doors. Together, we are creating opportunities to thrive. Thirty years ago, I decided I AM MORE. We need our girls to believe that too.”