ABOUT US
RESOURCE CENTER
The Investors Academy was established in 2015 as a resource to support veterans and parolees Prior to being based at the Resource Center, our Executive Director facilitated pop-up events and programs within communities across SW Atlanta. We rallied a community of volunteers and created a grassroots effort to provide diverse programming. In 2017 we received our 501C3 status and obtained a hub to house our programs. We named this hub The Resource Center as it offers a safe space for the community to obtain resources.
Our Board of Directors is comprised of Individuals in real estate, counseling, teaching, human resource, job training and placement experience who work to actualize our vision of developing programs to prepare ex-offender s for the next level in their lives. They are a team of professionals adept in program execution for outreach, re-entry, mentorship, advocacy, and fund-raising. The team will consist of one program director, a program manager, trainers, counselors, social workers, and support staff.
The Director will formulate policles on re-entry and reintegration activities with the aim of enhancing rehabilitation and settlement of ex-offenders. He will also serve as a link between the agency and external stakeholders by liaising with government institutions, prisons, donors, service partners, corporations, and charitable agencies. The Program Manager will be in charge of the day-to-day activities of the program.
A team of social workers, trainers and counselors will lead the program on the individual and group level. Social workers and counselors will undertake the outreach events and counseling activities. Trainers will teach the participants various areas such as resume writing, job training, basic communication, and etiquettes.
Montra Mckenzie
Program Housing Director
Montra McKenzie is a philanthropist, advocate, community activist, and changemaker. For many years, this trailblazing individual has been making waves across the world, massively contributing to the growth of many individuals and communities. As she continues to stand at the forefront of her groundbreaking initiatives, Montra is setting the bar high for many aspirants around the globe.
Ever since Montra McKenzie dipped her toes into a wide variety of industries, this multifaceted self-starter has become a true example of a passion-driven leader. With twenty years’ worth of experience in the realms of real estate and commerce, she has excelled in both industries, consistently standing out and rising above a challenging trade. Because of her unparalleled capacity, Montra has achieved promising milestones over the years, particularly building a respected stance in the nonprofit sector. Proving worthy of her stellar image, she currently leads a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving underprivileged youth, individuals, families, and communities and has provided stable safe housing for underserved communities since 2004.
Phyllis Stargent
Housing Case Manager
Phyllis Stargent has a Degree in Business Management, Marketing, and Human Services. She is currently retired from the Department of Family Children Services and holds an Insurance license assisting underserved communities with insurance policies and Seniors with medicare.
Sierra Blackmon
Program Assistant
Sierra Blackmon, Jr. Outreach Director, has always had a passion for helping others. She is a Certified Pharmacy Technician, an Air Force veteran, and current mechanical engineer student, giving her years of customer service and hospitality experience. Outside of Investors Academy Inc., Sierra helps the homeless and contributes to the youth program at her church. “I’ve always known in my heart I wanted to help people, specifically the youth. We have to help build up next generation that will succeed us.”
Charles Brown
Employment Specialist
Randy Powell
Sports Youth Leader Director
Expert Biologist, Professional Educator, and International Professional Athlete. He has eight years of stock trading experience and fourteen years of business management experience. Powell is a certified behavioral management coach and highly efficient in the course of fluid life skills.