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Dora Wilson, Executive Director
Dora Wilson is an entrepreneur of multiple businesses in the Albany Ga. area. She is a professional tax preparer & business consultant coach who educates everyone she encounters on how to structure and excel in business. She advocates for her clients with the IRS and Georgia Department of Rev. She holds a Mastery life coach certification in dream building by design. With a fiery passion for the underdog, she has advocated for many years in her community for those who were not able to speak up and be heard. She assists many in the trucking industry advocating for them through Federal & Local Department of Transportation audits. She is a retired medical professional who is passionate about the well-being of others. She is a trailblazer and a trendsetter as one of the first women in GA to grow hemp (the plant that produces CBD). She is a best-selling author for her book "Growing Pains" on Amazon.
She has been a partner with the Job Corp Center in Albany, GA for more than 6 years, providing motivation, education, and encouragement to young people that have been placed in an unfamiliar environment. Her Ministry is "A church without walls" where she ministers to the needs of each person, one at a time.
Her Favorite quote: " The man who does more than he is paid for will soon be paid for more than he does" ~Napoleon Hill
Her Favorite Scripture: Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
Shawnsai Barron, Board Member
Shawnasi Barron is the Superintendent of Transit Operations for the City of Albany's Transit Department. A few of the most recent community events that Shawnasi has participated in include but are not limited to multiple job fairs held by the City of Albany and Albany Housing Authority, Meet the City, Albany Doughtery Homeless Coalition, GOTV Voter Registration Drive, and is also a presenter for the Government 101 course. Shawnasi reports to and works closely with the Citizens Transportation Committee and serves on the Dogwood Trail II Community Quarterback Board and Technical Committee. Shawnasi's favorite quote is: "You must be the change you wish to see in the world. "- Mahatma Gandhi.Shawnasi's favorite scripture is: Joshua 1:9 " Have I not commanded you? Be Strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go."
Donna Wilson, Staff Member
Donna Wilson is a socially recognized influencer and a publicist in the music industry & entertainment industry. She is passionate about her work as a marketing specialist for many well-known labels in the Atlanta Ga area. She is a leader and an entrepreneur of multiple businesses. She is the CEO of D-1 Global, Legal Trucking Administration, and Greater Investment Properties. Donna Holds a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Albany State University in Albany Ga, and a master's degree in public administration from Troy University in Troy Al. She also holds a certification from Harvard University in Mastery Negotiations.
She actively participates in community events serving meals to the homeless as well as providing food to the disadvantaged and underprivileged communities in Albany and Atlanta.
Her Favorite Quote: Napoleon Hill " Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.
Her Favorite Scripture is Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I have for you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, To give you an expected end.
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