Meet the Team
Victoria Clasby
Executive Board Chair
Email: vclasby@knightsexcel.org
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Dr. DiAnna Montfort
Vice Board Chair
Email: dmontfort@knightsexcel.org
LaTosha Coles
Executive Assistant
Email:lcoles@knightsexcel.org
Kimberly Yarrell
Director of Finance
Email: kyarrell@knightsexcel.org
Latoya Frieson
Director of Programming
Email: frieson@knightsexcel.org
Kintara Gilbert
Director of Sponsorship
Email: kgilbert@knightsexcel.org
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Brandy Hollis
Director of Volunteer Services
Email: bhollis@knightsexcel.org
Ileisha Tevis
Creative Director of Brand & Imaging
Email: itevis@knightsexcel.org
Alicia Breeding
Assistant Director of Fundraising
Email:abreeding@knightsexcel.org
Lance Greer
Artistic Director
Email:lgreer@knightsexcel.org
Joanna Miles
Grant Writing Director
Email: jmiles@knightsexcel.org
Clarice Nance
Financial Operations Analyst
Email: cnance@knightsexcel.org
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Candice Shropshire
Strategic Finance Manager of Sales and Marketing
Email: cshropshire@knightsexcel.org
Fundraising Coordinator
Email:
Special Programs Assistant
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Who We Are & What We Do
At Knights of Excellence, we strive to provide the youth in our community with the necessary resources and tools to become successful. Through our various programs and initiatives, we are able to provide support, mentorship, and other resources to help the youth in our community reach their full potential. We also aim to strengthen the ties between our alumni and the current students at IPS Arlington High School. Our goal is to be a leader in our community and to set an example for the next generation of leaders.
Mission
At Knights of Excellence, we strive to make a difference in our community by providing resources and creating opportunities. Our mission is to establish pride in the community by creating spaces for economic development, civic engagement, scholarship, and wellness. We are a non-profit organization focused on helping individuals and organizations grow, develop, and succeed. We are driven by a shared belief that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their potential. Come join us in our mission and be part of the change we want to see in the world!
Vision
Knights of Excellence is a non-profit organization that focuses on community growth and development. Our vision is to “be the voice for the people in the community and do the work” to help those in need. We are a team of dedicated individuals who strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around us.We provide a range of services and programs, such as leadership development, financial literacy education and workforce development. We also partner with local businesses and organizations to create job opportunities in underserved areas. Our goal is to help build a stronger, healthier and more prosperous community.
Values
At Knights of Excellence, our mission is to create a better future for our community through education, advocacy, and collaboration. We strive to be the voice for the people in the community and do the work that is necessary to make a difference. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding the members of our community and helping them reach their full potential. We are passionate about helping people of all ages and backgrounds, and we are committed to making sure everyone in the community has access to resources that will help them become successful and empowered. Our team of volunteers and professionals work hard every day to ensure that our mission is being fulfilled. We invite you to join us in our mission to create a better future for our community.