Every member of our board of directors is a thought leader who has made significant contributions to our society. 

Each one brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization. 

Biography

Jason Hurns earned his Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts from San Bernardino Valley College located in San Bernardino, CA . Subsequently, while studying economics at The University of Houston, Hurns received training under Coach Tom Penders as a member of the Houston Cougars Men’s Basketball Team. In addition to that, Jason would transfer to Texas Southern University to obtain a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from the College of Liberal Arts & Behavioral Science with a Minor in History. Hurns would cross paths with Senator Rodney Ellis of 13th District, state of Texas. He received an invitation to apply for the Texas Legislative Internship Program, also known as (TLIP). Shortly after being accepted into the program, Hurns would join the Collegiate 100 Black Men of America, Texas Southern University Chapter. Becoming a part of the organization not only refined him, but polished and sharpened him into the man he is today.
 
Jason then started an organization that would concentrate on the academic, physical and mental growth of the youth. “Not only a basketball program…,” he would say, ”…but a program that targets the inner-self to stimulate self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-worth.” The most valuable aspect of his organization was based on implementing the importance of teamwork. Jason would name the program IY AMM, which is a statement;

I’ve Yet Accomplished My Meaning. 

Biography

Alexis Canty is the Curriculum Specialist for the Light Mentorship Program within the IY AMM Youth Organization. She graduated from the College of William and Mary with a BA in English and a Marketing minor. Following her undergraduate career, Ms. Canty furthered her studies and received her Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) within the Early Childhood Education Program and alternative certification in Early Childhood through 6th grade from Relay Graduate School of Education. Recently, Alexis received her certification in Oral Language Development, and she is currently transitioning to her second year in the Early Literacy Leadership Academy (ELLA) under Rice University’s Glasscock School of Continuing Studies. 

Additionally, Ms. Canty serves as a teacher leader and Literacy Lab Specialist for a community-based school and has worked in education in various capacities. Alexis has a wealth of experience in event planning, admissions, fundraising, hospitality/tourism, social media marketing, recruitment, blogging, teaching, mentoring, and leadership. Ms. Canty is excited to support students from all walks of life on their journeys of self-discovery and intentional development.