Leadership

Prince Asiel Ben Israel made aliyah in 1971 as a leader of the Original Hebrew Israelite Community. Four genera tions of his descendants continue to live throughout the Holy Land serving in business, education, medical, politi cal and military service as duo citizens of Israel and the United States. His extraordinary journey was inspired by a question that was deeply troubling his soul as a young man in America. “Why were Black people having such a difficult time living in America and throughout the world?” He embarked on a spiritual and literal journey around the globe that led him to Africa and ultimately Israel in search of answers about his identity. With a life story that reads like a biblical saga, wrought with pain and peril, precipices and prison, kings and presidents, celebrities and common men, Prince Asiel’s steadfast faith in the God of Israel has endeared him as a beloved Man of God throughout the world. Each thoughtful word that proceeds from his mouth stands upan strength of the prophetic Hebrew scriptures and a faith that has been tried in the fire. Uniting people of every kindred and kind with a vison of peace and brotherhood, Prince has the extraordinary gift of turning even the strongest enemy into a friend and brother. With sage wisdom, quiet humility and deep love for humanity, Prince Asiel Ben Israel serves God’s people Life, Peace and Blessings.

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One of the most valuable things you can have in life is a mentor that helps guide you in your journey to be a better you. That mission changes throughout our lives but the need for guidance and motivation always endures.

When Benny was younger everything he ate was fried. It wasn’t until he found out through self discovery that small simple changes could have a major impact on his health, appearance and most importantly, his life.

As with all journeys in life, his challenges have shifted. Now, Benny is an over fifty bodybuilder and life coach practicing those same simple principles he learned so long ago while striving to help other in both mind and body.

“Helping people is my passion, I will never forget the day I lost a terrible job. I was afraid, like many others to let go of that security, but I was trading in my happiness for a pay check. As I made the long walk from my former office to my car, a feeling of relief washed over me as I realized, I was given a gift, I was placed in a position to do what I had always wanted to do, help people. Since that day so long ago I have made it my mission to help guide people in their pursuit of health and happiness. I have dedicated my life to making fitness and nutrition something that can be life changing while not being complicated. Every person is 100% unique, what works for one person may fail for another. This is why each program is designed from the ground up and is unique to each client. I have helped thousands of people succeed, allow me to help you attain your goals of Health and Happiness.”

Willie Middletion started his educational career on July 1961 – July 1964 at Phelps Vocational High School Washington, D.C. receiving his high school Diploma. As he continued his educational studies at Seattle Community College, Western Washington University Seattle Washington March 1978 – march 1979 * Undergraduate. In July 1975 He has also launched his own home business as the Middleton’s Enterprises in Seattle, Washington as the President/CEO Network Marketing Consultant Financial Services Broker Health & Wellness Consultant Telecommunication Consultant Travel & Hospitality Consultant Fund Raising Consultant, Import & Export Specialist * Legal Services Consultant ,* Stocks & Cryptocurrency Investor. Air Force Reserves McChord Air Force Base/Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) Tacoma, Washington October 1972 – October 2001* C-141 Cargo Aircraft Flight Engineer – 97th Military Airlift Squadron* Air Freight Supervisor* Safety Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO). to see his full and completed biography, go on to our corporate website at myfbci.com.

Mr. Garland is a documented professional Life Health and Disability Insurance Consultant.

For over 20 years he’s specialized in group insurance plans for Municipalities and Association both profit and non-profit.

Tony has assisted in building Membership Groups that have exceeded 20,000 within 18 months.

In addition, he is known as a TEAM Player and has demonstrated his commitment to the Guiding Principles and Core Values of FBCI.

He has been an interictal part of the FBCI Social Entrepreneurial Development Program and serves as a Director and Lead Insurance Agent of Recode charged with the developing Affiliate Partners and Preparing FBCI Directors as Solution Providers.

Tony, believes in our commitment to educating the underserved communities on the Importance of establishing their personal “LifeLegacy” with our commitment to providing Guaranteed Life Insurance for less than a day.

He is dedicated to his serves on the FBCI Advisory Board and is actively involved in the South East Michigan Community as well as Atlanta, Chicago, Delaware and Huston.

Mr. Garland believes the education level and literacy calibration of the community is the measurement of the Intellectual Property owned by the people who are directed by the Leadership we support.

REV MICHICO has earned several State & Federal Licenses in the financial industry for investments, insurances, variable and index annuity products. She has more than 38 years in the Direct Marketing and Sales arena. Previous owner/operator of her own insurance agency for 26 years in Southfield Michigan, Marketing Director at Henry Ford Health Systems, Health Alliance Plan and Midwest Health Plan for 12 years. She is a master recruiter and has developed and trained several management teams.

Michico is a renowned and accomplished entrepreneur, humanitarian, community liaison advocate with an innovative spirit and strong faith-based organizer. She is a teacher, mentor, and leader among the people of God and the insurance business society. Her organization affiliations: Chaplin, Tau Gamma Delta Sorority Beta Chapter, Woman to Woman International Ministries, and Greater Rising Star Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.

Educated in the Detroit Public Schools, Bachelor’s in Psychology with a double minor in business and mathematics from Marygrove College, Detroit, Michigan. She is pursuing her Doctoral Degree at Density School of Ministry in Utica Michigan.

Johnetta Mcleod is a woman of many accomplishments nonetheless she is most admired for being family-oriented and her philanthropic work. Johnetta is the proud mother of 4 children and 7 grandchildren all of which are Detroit natives and have been educated through the Detroit Public School system. Her oldest daughter resides in Dallas, Texas where she is a schoolteacher and an Ordained Minister. Her second oldest is a Bio-Med Tech. She travels the country as a Bio-Med Tech and songstress. Johnetta’s third oldest is the CEO of his own Pest Control business in Nashville, Tennessee. Last of the bunch but never least her fourth child resides in Detroit and he is a music producer.

REV. DR. LOUISE YOUNG, Chief Solutions Officer and Regional Director for Faith Based LifeLegacy

Rev, Dr. Louise Young (Lucy) is the oldest of four (4) children born to the late Rev. and Mrs. Sidney M. Young.

Dr. Young gave her life to Christ at an early age and joined the Grays Missionary Baptist Church in Hampton, Virginia. As a youngster growing up in the church, she sang in the choir, was on the Junior Usher Board, served as a junior nurse, and attended Sunday school. She also attended the Young Peoples Department meetings every Sunday evening and Bible and prayer meetings every Wednesday.

Lucy has received recognition for many achievements. Of particular note, she was nominated for Who’s Who in Government for her contribution as an outstanding public service employee; selected to be a member of the Board of Trustees at Richmond Virginia Seminary; selected to serve as an Administrative Officer for the Global God Bless You Bible Accreditation Association, and selected to be a member of the Mount Bethel Baptist Association Board Member. In 2006, the Richmond Virginia Seminary conferred on her the degree of Doctor of Sacred Music.

She has served in a variety of executive level positions that focused on strategic planning and program development. Most notable was her service as Chief Communications Officer for the DC Board of Education and Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Mayor. She has been a presenter at various conferences and seminars and has helped to organize ecumenical choirs locally and nationally. Presently, she is employed as the Director of Music at Salem Baptist Church and serves as the Director of Performance Arts at the Spirit of Love and Deliverance Baptist Church and the Director of Music for the Mt. Bethel Baptist Association. In addition, Dr. Young served as the interim music director for Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Arlington, Virginia, and Musical Consultant for First New Hope Baptist Church, Suitland Maryland. She is part of the music staff at Grace United Methodist Church and Hillcrest Baptist Church, Temple Hills, Maryland.

She received her early education in the Hampton Virginia Public School System. She furthered her education by obtaining an Associate degree in Computer Application; a Bachelor of Science degree in Biblical Studies; a Master of Science in Marketing; a Doctorate in Ministry.

One of the highlights of her musical career was to perform before President Bill and Mrs. Hillary Clinton during their visit to a homeless shelter one Thanksgiving during the Clintons presidency. “Her musical motto is: “Music Is My Ministry.”

Lucy has come a long way but recognizes and understands that there is still much to be done. It is her prayer and desire to be able to become the best role model, for young women, that the Lord will have her to be. To all who will listen, she offers this piece of advice — “The gift you have does not make you special. It is what you do with that gift that determines how special you are and your worth in God’s Kingdom.”

Gerald E Moutra, DMS, RCS, Author, Is the 7th sibling out of 11 children from south Los Angeles California. As he would travel through the streets of Hollywood CA, on his way to work, he would see people who have come from all over the US, following their dreams, hoping to make it in Hollywood, but without a backup plan B.

At the age of 17 years old, he made it his mission, to always have a backup plan in life, because there is no love, in the streets.

With over twenty years working in cardiology department, as an echocardiology in hospitals setting and outpatients’ clinics, private practice and assisting in surgical procedures.

And the CEO of Dolphin 3D Health Screening in 2015

I can now, share the basic fundamental of fitness, healthy lifestyle, eating habits, and knowledge with information threw preventatives steps, simply by just empowering our leaders in our community.

To teach others, and our youth and the ones that are teachable.

As an author, Moutra, Gerald drew from his diverse background and many talents to write this inspirational book. ” A Valentine Weekend”

On Courtship, Marriage, Woman, Men, healthy eating, Relationships, Connection, The magic of a simple Kiss, and the different types of Love.

In the summer, of 1988 Moutra, Gerald had a desire to relocate from his hometown, Los Angeles California, to Bellevue Washington.

As a God-fearing man and genuine believer, he relied on his Maker/Yeshua” to help guide him to be constructive and helpful to his readers.

In 2008 one of His first cousin Johnnie Moutra, from Huston Texas and his wife walked away as winners on the “New Newlywed Game show.”

So yes, the Moutra’s really know how to win. When it comes to relationships. And yes, we understand that every relationship will have its own challenges, we clearly understand that relationships take a lot of work, on both parts, it’s about working together as one unit.

Relationship’s failure should always be viewed, as a step to the next level, as we should learn from all our failure, in life, in business, in family, in general.

Failure should not, be looked upon, as a setback, it should be viewed as a test ,that didn’t work, so now, you know because, you tested it yourself.

This is what you do, in order, for you to succeed in life. Every great leader or entrepreneur, business owner, has had the experience, of disappointment or was faced, with some kind of difficulty, but it separate the great ones, from the impostor, in order to build your true integrity and character as a leader.

JOANIE is a successful business women/entrepreneur. Joanie has owned a multitude of businesses ranging from restaurants to her ownership of the former Novi Expo Center in Novi, Mi. Joanie is a “natural” networker, with connections throughout the world. Her “network” is extensive, particularly in the above 0,000 range. Besides being a master chef and event coordinator, she has naturally evolved into a premier networker. Joanie has successfully assisted start-up companies achieve financial success through her networking and management skills. She has a unique talent to assist others tap into their talents and abilities to achieve optimum financial and personal success. In the last 18 months Joanie has introduced into the marketplace a new pizza product which has gained significant momentum, including 600 stores selling her product and an upcoming promotional tour with the QVC television network. Joanie has a work ethic that is beyond reproach and is able to reach vast audiences with her bubbly personality and natural charisma. She is a dynamic leader and generous employer.

A native of Atlanta, GA, Dr. David E. Jackson is the Associate Director of African American Affairs (AAA) at The Philos Project. He provides support to over 700 African American alumni leaders through training events and online programs. Further, Dr. Jackson is working in partnership with the AAA Director to build a premiere Black Christian leadership development organization scheduled to launch in the Summer 2021 in the Southeast US. His areas of expertise are diversity, inclusion, and equity; leader development; curriculum and instructional design; and intercultural competencies.

Dr. Jackson’s previous background in law enforcement, non-profit, politics, and ministry has equipped him to speak, train, and consult on topics such as organizational diversity and inclusion, race relations, change management, and criminal justice reform around the nation and abroad. Dr. Jackson is an ordained minister with a BA from Cornell University, a MDiv from Union Theological Seminary of New York, and a DMin from New York Theological Seminary. He is currently a PhD student at Southeastern University studying Organizational Leadership. He is the author of three books, op-ed articles, and journal essays. He resides between New York, Chicago, and Atlanta.

Pastor Yolounda Whitlow-Tyus is an Executive Director and Advisory Council Member. She received her calling at any early age. She frequently told her father, “If I was a boy, I would preach!” Her gift was cultivated over the years, preaching and teaching the gospel throughout the country. On August 27, 2017, she received a higher calling, being installed as Pastor of the New Mt. Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church, founded in 1976 by her father and Senior Pastor, the Late Rev. Dr. Charles Lee Whitlow.

Pastor Yolounda is also an Executive Director and Proprietor of University of Tiny Town, (Detroit, Michigan), a Christian-Based Learning Center and has multiple afterschool programs accommodating at-risk children in various schools throughout the Metro Detroit Area. To date, Pastor Yolounda continues to promote the empowerment of women and youth and have been publishes and interviewed by local news and media networks, She is advocate for strengthening families, emotionally, spiritually, and financially.

Andre is an Ambassador for the Faith Based Cause Initiative (FBCI) Specializing in Cause Based Organization. He has worked tirelessly in the community assisting young boys develop into responsible young men while at the same time working and supporting an awareness campaign on the growing treat of Sex Trafficking and Slavery in the US and aboard.

Andre promotes the concept and idea “everyone should reach out to develop into Social Entrepreneurship by striving to not only discover a problem and develop a solution; but move toward effectively tap into people passion and incentivize them to participate and give back to the community”.

REV MICHICO has earned several State & Federal Licenses in the financial industry for investments, insurances, variable and index annuity products. She has more than 38 years in the Direct Marketing and Sales arena. Previous owner/operator of her own insurance agency for 26 years in Southfield Michigan, Marketing Director at Henry Ford Health Systems, Health Alliance Plan and Midwest Health Plan for 12 years. She is a master recruiter and has developed and trained several management teams.

Michico is a renowned and accomplished entrepreneur, humanitarian, community liaison advocate with an innovative spirit and strong faith-based organizer. She is a teacher, mentor, and leader among the people of God and the insurance business society. Her organization affiliations: Chaplin, Tau Gamma Delta Sorority Beta Chapter, Woman to Woman International Ministries, and Greater Rising Star Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.

Educated in the Detroit Public Schools, Bachelor’s in Psychology with a double minor in business and mathematics from Marygrove College, Detroit, Michigan. She is pursuing her Doctoral Degree at Density School of Ministry in Utica Michigan.

PASTOR ALLEN was born July 4, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan to Albert and Bruetta Langford and is the oldest of ten children. He graduated from Cass Technical High School, (1977), Wayne State University (1987), University of Phoenix (1998) and Moody Theological Seminary (2018). Faith He has served in various capacities in the local church, district association and state convention. The highlight of his service is that of Pastor of Christ land Missionary Baptist Church were he has been serving since 2005. He is proud to be serving a congregation is “Christ Focused” and serving the community through it’s Christ land Community Outreach non-profit entity. Initiatives It is his goal for Christ land Community Outreach is to empower and impact its community with the opening a community center that teaches young people about entrepreneurship as well as providing a safe place for senior citizens and children. We believe that if we collaborate with other like-minded entities we will make our community and city a better place.

REV KRAFUS WALKER has served as Public Relations President of the Southwest Michigan Agape Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of the Church Of God In Christ for the past 16 years. Also serves as Pastor of Glory and Praise Tabernacle Church of God In Christ (12 years). Recently appointed to the COGIC Urban Initiatives team to focus on Economic Development.

Founded the Theology and Technology Network to educate and train faith-based groups on technology that would assist them in advancing the gospel of Jesus Christ while enhancing the living conditions within their community.

Holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Purdue University and a Technical Project
Management Certificate from SNHU. Passionate about leading projects which help pastors and faithbased caused.

Entrepreneur efforts include the founding of TK Wholesale Marketing Company, operating a Jani-King Janitorial Franchise, and founding Nuvue Filmmaking Company. Co-founded Crystal Cassel hat Accessories Company with spouse, Darlene Cassel-Walker.

Currently focused on directing revenue streams spent by the Community back into the community

Dr. David Faraja, MD is an KEY Health Wellness Advisor to the Founders of the Faith Based Cause Initiative. He has served as the primary physician to the Founder for 18 years and has provided significant consultation on Weight Loss, Diabetes and Hypertension.

He is a Family Medicine Specialist with over 30 years of experience in the medical field.

He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine medical school in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities Beaumont Hospital – Dearborn and Garden City Hospital.

Dr Faraj is always available to help in our War On Obesity and Diabetes.

He has accepts telehealth appointments so be sure to call ahead with Dr. Faraj to book an appointment.

Dr Terry Mason is the Chief Health and Wellness Director for the Faith Based Wellness Program in the Church Community at-large. In concert with the Honorable Prince Asiel and the Director of the FBCI he directs the Good News of incorporating an effective Plant Based Diet to sure up your Life and Prosperity.

A lifelong Chicagoan, Dr. Mason joined Cook County Health in 2009 as the health system’s Chief Medical Officer and later transitioned into the role of Chief Operating Officer of the Cook County Department of Public Health in 2013. Before entering the administrative side of health care, Dr. Mason was a practicing urologist for nearly three decades. CCDPH serves more than 2.5 million residents and manages health crises such as Zika and West Nile viruses, as well as seasonal influenza, and provides critical public health services from restaurant inspections to lead mitigation.

Dr. Mason is particularly invested in fighting the obesity epidemic by promoting initiatives and education about healthy eating. Dr. Mason has hosted a live radio talk show called Doctor in the House on WVON 1690 for the last 25 years, touching on topics like nutrition and substance use. Dr. Mason earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Loyola University of Chicago and a medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine.

PRINCE ASIEL BEN ISRAEL is an international renowned Faith Based leader and has been an Israel long time political activist. In 1983, Mr. Asiel and members of the Nation of Israel, moved by their passion for health, wellness and long life created a plant-based, “soul” food restaurant that today, is enjoyed by people of all walks of life. He is a well documented and certified health and wellness expert who traveled throughout the continent of Africa promoting economic growth and prosperity. He was selected by N’Digo Magazine as one of the Top 100 influential spiritual leaders of Chicago.

Anish Arora is an experienced Digital Marketing professional and ex-Google employee having hands-on experience in managing all aspects of digital marketing to develop and manage web presence for the clients. Recent results include an increase in lead generation, boost sales figures and rise in organic search traffic.

Anish is a Digital Marketing Consultant with over 7 years of experience in working across multiple digital platforms. His skills range from Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to Search Engine Marketing (SEM) – PPC, Google Ads, Bing Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and Facebook Advertising, Social Media Marketing (SMM), Content Marketing, Email Marketing, and much more.

JEROME is committed to improving the quality of life in his community though his various endeavors. He is a criminal and entertainment lawyer, a film producer, entrepreneur, promoter, talk show host, political pundit, an educator and poet. Jerome started his legal career as an attorney at Ford Motor Company, OGC State & Local Tax section . From there, he moved into criminal law working as a Partner at Bell & Hudson. He held the position of Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel for the City of Detroit Law Department and Wayne County. He later launched his own practice, Jerome Barney & Associates.

Jerome is pursuing his passion of making movies. In 2004, he formed In the Black Productions & Film, LLC a film, music, theater and television Production Company. Jerome has brought unique, innovative insights to the production business, and with In the Black Productions &Film LLC, he has plans to help launch “Movie Town” in Detroit, Michigan. Jerome hosted several events in the Bahamas and brought gospel concerts to several sports tournaments to Nassau. Additionally, Jerome brought Duke it out in Detroit, a Showtime Championship Boxing Series to Detroit . Jerome hosted the radio magazine, Native Detroiter and co-hosted Back to Back, a community affairs television show aired on Detroit Public Broadcasting and was nominated for local Emmy awards. He was featured as the Executive Director for the airing of the (Calvin Peete Celebrity Golf Tournament) on the UPN Network broadcast of Transition in 1999 and also appeared on the Sally Jessie Raphael Show and ABC’s 20/20 News Program, both instances involving nationally reported criminal trials.

REV. DR. LOUISE YOUNG, Chief Solutions Officer and Regional Director for Faith Based LifeLegacy

Rev, Dr. Louise Young (Lucy) is the oldest of four (4) children born to the late Rev. and Mrs. Sidney M. Young.

Dr. Young gave her life to Christ at an early age and joined the Grays Missionary Baptist Church in Hampton, Virginia. As a youngster growing up in the church, she sang in the choir, was on the Junior Usher Board, served as a junior nurse, and attended Sunday school. She also attended the Young Peoples Department meetings every Sunday evening and Bible and prayer meetings every Wednesday.

Lucy has received recognition for many achievements. Of particular note, she was nominated for Who’s Who in Government for her contribution as an outstanding public service employee; selected to be a member of the Board of Trustees at Richmond Virginia Seminary; selected to serve as an Administrative Officer for the Global God Bless You Bible Accreditation Association, and selected to be a member of the Mount Bethel Baptist Association Board Member. In 2006, the Richmond Virginia Seminary conferred on her the degree of Doctor of Sacred Music.

She has served in a variety of executive level positions that focused on strategic planning and program development. Most notable was her service as Chief Communications Officer for the DC Board of Education and Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Mayor. She has been a presenter at various conferences and seminars and has helped to organize ecumenical choirs locally and nationally. Presently, she is employed as the Director of Music at Salem Baptist Church and serves as the Director of Performance Arts at the Spirit of Love and Deliverance Baptist Church and the Director of Music for the Mt. Bethel Baptist Association. In addition, Dr. Young served as the interim music director for Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Arlington, Virginia, and Musical Consultant for First New Hope Baptist Church, Suitland Maryland. She is part of the music staff at Grace United Methodist Church and Hillcrest Baptist Church, Temple Hills, Maryland.

She received her early education in the Hampton Virginia Public School System. She furthered her education by obtaining an Associate degree in Computer Application; a Bachelor of Science degree in Biblical Studies; a Master of Science in Marketing; a Doctorate in Ministry.

One of the highlights of her musical career was to perform before President Bill and Mrs. Hillary Clinton during their visit to a homeless shelter one Thanksgiving during the Clintons presidency. “Her musical motto is: “Music Is My Ministry.”

Lucy has come a long way but recognizes and understands that there is still much to be done. It is her prayer and desire to be able to become the best role model, for young women, that the Lord will have her to be. To all who will listen, she offers this piece of advice — “The gift you have does not make you special. It is what you do with that gift that determines how special you are and your worth in God’s Kingdom.”

REV MICHAEL has over twenty five years of experience in the Insurance and Direct Sales Industries, which began in the mid-eighties. He has since consulted and worked with company owners, noted attorneys, aggregators, developers and trainers in the industry. He’s always been positioned to have an appreciated ear to the owners of the respected companies he’s been associated with. His traditional business background covers several years as an entrepreneur, which includes being the founder and President of Integrity Insurance, LLC located in WA State. He was also the founder and Executive Director of Michael Smith, Sr. Training and Development; a non-profit training and development service agency whose focus was educating individuals and groups about health and wellness, financial responsibility and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Smith currently has Insurance Licenses in eleven states.

His foundational commitment to social awareness is anchored by his spiritual beliefs and personal convictions. He’s been a minister of the gospel since the age of eighteen; he was ordained in 1988 and received his Doctorate of Theology degree in 1996.

He currently serves as the Apostolic Overseer and Pastor of Destiny Ministry Church located in Kent, WA. As an entrepreneur for many years he understands the needs of the potential business owner and shares the growing concerns of the corporate executive.

His experience and expertise in the arenas of insurance, direct sales, traditional business and religion gives him a unique position of insight, wisdom and vision.

Dr. Smith currently resides in WA State with Angela his wife of thirty plus years; they have two children Michael Jr. and Adriana

Mr. Garland is a documented professional Life Health and Disability Insurance Consultant.

For over 20 years he’s specialized in group insurance plans for Municipalities and Association both profit and non-profit.

Tony has assisted in building Membership Groups that have exceeded 20,000 within 18 months.

In addition, he is known as a TEAM Player and has demonstrated his commitment to the Guiding Principles and Core Values of FBCI.

He has been an interictal part of the FBCI Social Entrepreneurial Development Program and serves as a Director and Lead Insurance Agent of Recode charged with the developing Affiliate Partners and Preparing FBCI Directors as Solution Providers.

Tony, believes in our commitment to educating the underserved communities on the Importance of establishing their personal “LifeLegacy” with our commitment to providing Guaranteed Life Insurance for less than a day.

He is dedicated to his serves on the FBCI Advisory Board and is actively involved in the South East Michigan Community as well as Atlanta, Chicago, Delaware and Huston.

Mr. Garland believes the education level and literacy calibration of the community is the measurement of the Intellectual Property owned by the people who are directed by the Leadership we support.

David is a professional with 35+ years’ experience working in the public utility industry. His last 19 years have been concentrated in Marketing. He is considered by many leaders in the community to be a great partner/friend to diverse communities, able to bridge gaps, thus creating win-win for businesses, corporations, community organizations and individuals. David has a passion for making a difference in the community and has an ability to communicate effectively with people of all backgrounds and having them move to action around causes.

David sits on the Board of Directors for several community organizations. The past 13 years as an active board member of Matrix Human Services, a + million non-profit, he has become a strong community advocate for the mission of “Breaking the Generational Cycle of Poverty in the city of Detroit”.

As an active member of Third New Hope Baptist Church he leads the development and implementation of the first faith-based TTS trained volunteer team that deals directly with the Social Determinants of Health utilizing a standard of care model (TTS) for treating poverty. Transition to Success (TTS) is the first standard of care that defines poverty as a treatable, environmentally based medical condition. David has taken on the responsibility to develop and implement the first nationwide faith-based delivery system that serves the whole community in the improvement of the health and well-being of its citizens, with a special focus on the underserved. He has been a strong builder of strategic collaborations among stakeholders in government, education, non-profits, foundations, health-care, private and public institutions, and others. David is a past recipient of Michigan Chronicle’s 2009 “Men of Excellence Award”. This award is given to local African American men who inspire others through vision and leadership, exceptional achievements, and participation in community service.

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Pastor Steven Perry is the son of Deacon Steven Anthony King and the late Ms. Sheila Perry. He was saved and baptized at First Union Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Willie E. McDaniels. At an early age it was evident he was called because of his quick understand of scripture and love for the church. Later on, Pastor Steve was a disciple at Refuge Temple COGIC under the Supt. Waverly B. Bumbrey Sr. During his time at Refuge Temple he was the Vice Chair of the church Youth Ministry and Served as his High School Christian Club President and he brought 10 other Christian Clubs into Detroit Public Schools Christian Clubs United. He graduated from Murray-Wright High School in June of 2001.

He joined the United States Army 10 days after high school and served faithfully 5 years active duty and 2 years reserved time. In 2003, He was deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom and served with the 4th Infantry Division which was the unit credited with the capture of Sadaam Huessein. He had several awards and many jobs. But, is most proud of his time as an infantry squad leader and certified Army Instructor and Trainer where he was able to mentor infantry soldiers and to help them become better soldiers and people. In 2007, he started his first church in Detroit and other churches throughout the State of Michigan. Pastor Steve is widely known as a church planter, church networker, church recruiter, and administrator. In March of 2015, he finished a 3 year Associates Degree of Business from ITT Technical Institute in Wyoming, Michigan. He is also an author, motivational speaker, and entreprenuer.

Recently, he has planted another church called Word Encounter Church which was started Easter of 2019. Pastor Steven is happily married to the love of his life Dr. Tiarra Perry.

JOANIE is a successful business women/entrepreneur. Joanie has owned a multitude of businesses ranging from restaurants to her ownership of the former Novi Expo Center in Novi, Mi. Joanie is a “natural” networker, with connections throughout the world. Her “network” is extensive, particularly in the above 0,000 range. Besides being a master chef and event coordinator, she has naturally evolved into a premier networker. Joanie has successfully assisted start-up companies achieve financial success through her networking and management skills. She has a unique talent to assist others tap into their talents and abilities to achieve optimum financial and personal success. In the last 18 months Joanie has introduced into the marketplace a new pizza product which has gained significant momentum, including 600 stores selling her product and an upcoming promotional tour with the QVC television network. Joanie has a work ethic that is beyond reproach and is able to reach vast audiences with her bubbly personality and natural charisma. She is a dynamic leader and generous employer.

Calvin L. Dillard, Jr. holds a Bachelor Degree from Mount Union College and a Masters from Memphis State University.

Calvin L. Dillard, Jr. has served as Public Relations Director of At Promise Academic Mentoring. His Initiatives team focus on Economic Development of Religious and Spiritual Training and to educate and train faith-based message to our group which would assist them in spreading the word of the gospel.

Calvin has over fifteen years of experience in Marketing and Sales, which began in 1975. He has developed and assisted in training in this industry. He’s always been positioned to have an appreciated ear to the individuals that was looking for a better deal and also to respect the companies he’s been associated with.

As an entrepreneur Calvin L. Dillard, Jr. with his traditional business background became the co-founder and Vice President of Absolute Outreach Solutions, a Washington State Religious Non-Profit Company. In this position he helped to start the call to individuals to get their state & federal taxes current.

As an employee for an Aero Space company in Auburn, Washington his task was to reach the sales goal of forty million dollars. He exceeded this amount by five million dollars for a total of forty-five million dollars. Taking his Department forward and getting special attention from Management and the CEO of that company. He has taken that leadership to the above companies and have moved them forward.

Carvel provides executive services to the Chairman and is charged with establishing effective affiliate commerce relationship.
He is accountable for directing revenues as instructed by the Chair; to Pastors and Directors. He works with a committee of Pastors over-seeing 6 regions with more than a million members.

Carvel has continued to serve as Executive Director for the Odell Peggie Jones Foundation (OPJ), a private Faith Based Organization dedicated to providing health, prosperity and life skills to at-risk communities.

OPJ provides opportunities for individuals to create employment for themselves allowing them to advance towards a higher quality of life through vehicles that deliver effective personal growth and financial stability.

In addition to holding various Executive Positions from Vice President to Chief Executive Officer he is a nationally renowned Professional Entrepreneurial Development Coach and has assisted several direct sales companies expand market share building Sales Teams of over 100,000 and generated over 1,000,000 customers.

Carvel has more than 10 years’ experience in the Banking, Finance and Insurance Industries as a VP in charge for a Special Industries Group. Overseeing the Finance, Insurance, Retail and Healthcare market sectors. He also supported the Banks expansion into the dotcom sector and was a contributor to several start-up Software Companies.

Carvel Memberships, Associations and Corporate affiliations have included the Association of General Contractors, Construction Financial Management Association, North American Light and Power Association, Healthcare Financial Managers Association, National African American Insurance Association, Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council and the Chamber of Commerce.

Sofia Soto is a Founder and Executive to the Chair and Chief Revenue Directors. She provides insight to the Faith Based Community through her lifetime of ministry outreach In the Hispanic and Latino territories.

Sofia has been in the full-time ministry for over 15 year and has always have the focused of Serving where the need is the greatest. She was drafted particularly for her passion For her ministry and outreach to the underserved community.

As she embraces our Vision Mission and Guiding Principles and doubles down on her commitment to Life Health Wellness and Prosperity.

Sofia is an expert in Nutraceutical Solutions to Wellness and the application of safe alternatives
To household cleaning.

In addition to working within her Community she teaches elementary school and enjoys raising her 3 boys along her dedicated Husband.

PASTOR REVELY as Co Founder and Co Chair; Dr Revely as served Faith Based Communities in the US and Internationally through for more than 50 years. Born in Charlottesville, VA and licensed and ordained to preach the Gospel at Pine Street Baptist Church in Covington, VA. Dr Revely has worked tirelessly to uplift each community he’s served. He is listed in the International Registry of the Board Certification in Stress Management from the American Academy of Stress Management and received both CSACI & CDAAC in 2007 from the same organization. Beyond pasturing for the past 50 year in DC and Detroit, Rev Revely has worked as a Social Worker, Special Assistant to Mayor Washington of D.C., and held Executive and Director positions for various bureaus and non-profit Organizations.

EDEE is a Director specializing in Cause Based Initiatives. She has been consistent with her desire and commitment to help women and children at risk for more than 30 years. Maintaining a position in the private sector as an Entrepreneur for many years, she has also helped several non-profit organizations develop business enterprise divisions, enabling the beneficiaries of the programs to become positive and functioning members of the communities they live in. She has owned and operated several businesses, including a retail furniture store, and has held the position of Associate Broker at a successful real estate company. Her success and experience in business gives her the hands on knowledge to pass this information on to those wanting to learn and grow.

As a past Board Member of A New Life Home for Women and a current Board Member for The Detroit Coalition Against Violence, Ms. Franklin continues to empower those whose lives she touches. She received her Master’s Degree in Education from Wayne State University and has taught Special Education.

GREG is the Founder and visionary of the Faith Based Cause Initiative and has over 48 years of Engineering and Management experience with DTE Energy. He served as Executive Vice President for the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation where he was instrumental in the construction downtown for the Super Bowl to Ford Field.

Greg has worked in the Faith Based community for over 30 years handled philanthropy and fundraising throughout Michigan. He has 10 years of formal experience in Referral Based Marketing and has earned the highest ranks along with his Partners breaking industry records for Group Building coast to coast. He is a principal in the Coast to Coast Development Company which specializes in the philosophy of Social Entrepreneurship. As Founder and Chairman he has earned a reputation for being a tireless worker with a passion for uplifting the community intellectual property.

REV MICHAEL has over twenty five years of experience in the Insurance and Direct Sales Industries, which began in the mid-eighties. He has since consulted and worked with company owners, noted attorneys, aggregators, developers and trainers in the industry. He’s always been positioned to have an appreciated ear to the owners of the respected companies he’s been associated with. His traditional business background covers several years as an entrepreneur, which includes being the founder and President of Integrity Insurance, LLC located in WA State. He was also the founder and Executive Director of Michael Smith, Sr. Training and Development; a non-profit training and development service agency whose focus was educating individuals and groups about health and wellness, financial responsibility and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Smith currently has Insurance Licenses in eleven states.

His foundational commitment to social awareness is anchored by his spiritual beliefs and personal convictions.

He’s been a minister of the gospel since the age of eighteen; he was ordained in 1988 and received his Doctorate of Theology degree in 1996.

He currently serves as the Apostolic Overseer and Pastor of Destiny Ministry Church located in Kent, WA. As an entrepreneur for many years he understands the needs of the potential business owner and shares the growing concerns of the corporate executive.
His experience and expertise in the arenas of insurance, direct sales, traditional business and religion gives him a unique position of insight, wisdom and vision.

Dr. Smith currently resides in WA State with Angela his wife of thirty plus years; they have two children Michael Jr. and Adriana

Anthony is an original Founder of the FBCI and is serving as Chief Operating Officer Specializing in Cause and Charitable Based Community.

Anthony is a successful businessperson with a wide range of professional experience. He is a native of Washington D.C and a graduate of Morehouse College where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Banking and Finance. His professional profile includes budget analyst, financial counsellor, asset manager, practice administrator, sales and marketing, and brand management.

His strong analytical skills and creative problem solving techniques drive his resourceful results oriented approach to life. Agnew is excited about the opportunity to join FBCI to assist families in creating living life legacies by establishing essential services and quality of life benefits.

Carvel provides executive services to the Chairman and is charged with establishing effective affiliate commerce relationship.
He is accountable for directing revenues as instructed by the Chair; to Pastors and Directors. He works with a committee of Pastors over-seeing 6 regions with more than a million members.

Carvel has continued to serve as Executive Director for the Odell Peggie Jones Foundation (OPJ), a private Faith Based Organization dedicated to providing health, prosperity and life skills to at-risk communities.

OPJ provides opportunities for individuals to create employment for themselves allowing them to advance towards a higher quality of life through vehicles that deliver effective personal growth and financial stability.

In addition to holding various Executive Positions from Vice President to Chief Executive Officer he is a nationally renowned Professional Entrepreneurial Development Coach and has assisted several direct sales companies expand market share building Sales Teams of over 100,000 and generated over 1,000,000 customers.

Carvel has more than 10 years’ experience in the Banking, Finance and Insurance Industries as a VP in charge for a Special Industries Group. Overseeing the Finance, Insurance, Retail and Healthcare market sectors. He also supported the Banks expansion into the dotcom sector and was a contributor to several start-up Software Companies.

Carvel Memberships, Associations and Corporate affiliations have included the Association of General Contractors, Construction Financial Management Association, North American Light and Power Association, Healthcare Financial Managers Association, National African American Insurance Association, Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council and the Chamber of Commerce.