Charlene works for Bank of America as a customer service representative.  Prior, she was a store manager for several oil companies and a customer service manager for Wal-Mart.  Since then she has owned several prosperous start-up businesses with her husband John including a Video Franchise, Convenience Stores, and a Wholesale Distributor for Zippo.  Her ability to be calm and collected in difficult situations has given us a strong leader on the board.  Through her compassion and kindness, she helps the organization build strong relationships.

John is a successful financial coach, and a retired marketing manager for a Fortune 100 oil company. Since retiring he has owned several prosperous start-up businesses including a Video Franchise, Convenience Stores, and wholesale distributor. Besides financial coaching he is currently involved with local churches in implementing the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Program on a volunteer basis. He is responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting books. His experience makes him a big asset to the non-profit.

Erik has been instrumental in achieving all goals as a starting crew on the Cement Unloader Barge with Dann Ocean Towing. Erik served in the US Navy for 15 years as a Mechanical Operator and Engineering Laboratory Technician on Nuclear Submarines.  He was able to use his leadership abilities to rise to Leading Petty Officer and Watch Section Supervisor.  Erik Rockswold has served as Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and member of several Church Boards.  He also earned an Associate of Arts from the University of Phoenix.

Ashley is a ten-year French teacher.  Currently, Mrs. Lau teaches in Buffalo, New York with a focus on students ages 13 to 15 years old.  Previous, she taught in Boston, Massachusetts as well as completed her student teaching in Amherst, New York.  She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in French and education with teaching certifications in both New York and Massachusetts.  She will hold the position of a Director. Her experience in the New York school system makes her a big asset to the non-profit.

Jennifer has worked with students at inner city schools in Rochester, New York as well as elite and honor students in Seattle, Washington.  Mrs. Gibson Ruckman received her bachelor’s degree in history and English from SUNY Geneseo with teaching certification in both New York and Washington.  She will hold the position of a Director.  Her experience working with under privileged youth and gifted students gives her a broad understanding of different learners.