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CASSANDRA OLIVIER

LAURIE BRYANT

GARY HARPER JR.

DR. CELESTE MCGILL

NICKQUOLETTE BARRETT

JASMINE TATE

PHYLLIS JOHNSON

MELANIE WHITE

Ms. A. Johnson is a fourth year Lindblom Technical High School scholar. She has experience in community service and serves on a philanthropic student organization on campus and various extracurricular activities. She excels in our four pillars and STEM competencies and brings a fresh and youth-centered perspective to our mission. Ms. Johnson loves bowling and does it competitively. She is also a product of what resources, programming and parenting can do to elevate youth.

Ms. "PhillyJ" Johnson is a Chicago Charter School expertise as a seasoned paralegal. She has worked with various nonprofits in operational and administrative roles. She has spent 35+ years in community-centered organization with rich roots in Chicago. Ms. Johnson brings valuable expertise to Team365. She enjoys traveling, bowling and line dancing.

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Mr. Harper has 25 years of corporate finance expertise from global organizations like Xerox, Mastercard, and PepsiCo. He attended the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign where he received his BS in Business Administration - Finance and received his MBA from Northwestern University. Mr. Harper believes mentorships shaped his success. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons.

Ms. White is a 30 year veteran in law enforcement. She served on the Chicago Police Department early in her career and transitioned to work with the State. She now leads as a Director in State Law Enforcement. Ms. White is passionate about violence prevention and youth services. She loves traveling and gathering with friends of 40 years plus.

Mrs. Barrett has 31 years with a Fortune 50 company and 11 years as an entrepreneur. She attended the University of Illinois where she was a double major in Spanish and Business. She received her MS in Executive Leadership from the University of Texas. Besides being a renowned author and career strategist, Mrs. Barrett holds six prestigious certifications. She enjoys listening to podcasts and scrapbooking.

Dr. McGill is a well-respected College Professor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor with over 30 years working with diverse populations. She also serves as Coordinating Director of Social Work at City Colleges. Dr. McGill received her bachelor, masters and Doctorates degrees from the University of Illinois. She enjoys traveling to warm climates.

Ms. Tate, BSBA, MS has 15 years in Behavioral Health and serves as Regional Director of Autism Centers of Georgia. She attended Howard University where she received a BS in Psychology and her Masters from the Chicago School of Psychology. Ms. Tate is passionate about supporting diverse learners and behavioral health. Her hobbies include traveling the world, exercising, fine cuisine and playing with her dog Stoli.

Ms. Olivier has 25 years in higher-ed roles as Director of Admissions/Marketing, Associate Director, Graduate Academic Partnerships at USC, Community Outreach and 10 years as an entrepreneur. She attended the University of Illinois and received her MSM from Calumet College. Ms. Olivier holds 4 certifications and memberships in multiple community organizations. She is recognized as a 2025 Nasdaq Milestone Circle Fellow. She loves baking, entertaining family, and community service.

JOY VALENTINE

Ms. Valentine is a 25 year year veteran to higher education. She recently retired as the Director Urban Health Early Outreach Program and Director Pre-College Programs at University of Illinois Chicago. Ms. Valentine is a doctoral candidate whose research focuses on Black adolescents, identity, and how to recognize and respond to racism. She taught at City Colleges of Chicago and as a teacher in the Chicago Public Schools earlier in her career. She enjoys family time and staying in shape.

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AMARI JOHNSON

Ms. Bryant has 25 years as a teacher in Chicago Public Schools. She received her BA in Teaching from Roosevelt University. She is President/Founder of a nonprofit that helps educate African American youth about their history through travel to Africa. She enjoys helping students shine and finds peace walking along Chicago’s Lakeshore Drive with her dog.

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Our strength lies in our expertise, individuality and knack for perseverance. Inspired by Cassandra Olivier and Jasmine Tate, Team365 leverages top tier talent from relevant fields, who are positioned to provide the most impact. Each board member of 365WeThrive resided on the south side of Chicago as youth, living through adversities and disparities. Our ability to overcome challenges can be credited to individual changemakers who cared, and wanted to see us win. This is what inspires each member of Team365 to be committed to providing the same support to youth and families today.

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