George Glenn (Deceased February 2021)
George D. Glenn is the founder and the president of Concerned Christian Men, a youth organization in Chicago that focuses on working with young men in from ages 6-17 and providing them with strong leadership and guidance. Since 1996, he has been determined to be a “father to the fatherless.”
George Glenn is a Harvard-educated native of Chicago. He has trained in the Chicago Public School system, both at Ruggles Elementary and at Senn High School. Before forming the Concerned Christian Men, Mr. Glenn spent 24 years in the investment banking industry, working with William Blair & Company, Merrill Lynch, Drexel Burnham Lambert, and Lehman Brothers.
Over the years, his heart was moved by recent events and his focus shifted from investment banking to his community. Due to both rising crime rates and fewer urban students graduating high school, he realized the need for positive leaders and role models amongst boys in inner-city communities. He set out to create the Concerned Christian Men, a youth organization designed to help develop the moral and spiritual integrity of these boys and shape them into contributing members of society. Mr. George Glenn believes that with the right training and programming, Christian men from within the community could fill this need for role models, and has worked tirelessly for the last 20 years to make his vision a reality.
Chairman
Edward Prentice
Edward Prentice is the founder and CEO of YEP Project, a youth organization formally known as Centrax. The goal of YEP is to train youth how to utilize current software and tools to develop positive media and spread awareness about the adverse effects negative media has on young minds. Ed has become a recognized speaker and representative in the eLearning and eMedia communities. Each year, he is called upon to deliver presentations, speeches, and webinars at various conferences and events throughout the country.
Since he formed Centrax, Edward has always held a desire to give back to the community that has provided so much for him. He actively promotes learning and education, and he plays a role in a number of community-based organizations, such as Concerned Christian Men, The Golden Apple, and The Community Renewal Society.
Secretary
George West
Former program participant and now Man-Boy Breakfast host George West has agreed to serve as the Executive Director of CCM. We are especially proud and pleased that a son of the program is now the Man in the program. George has his MBA, and a BA, and has excellent skills in systems management and development, talents sorely needed at CCM. And despite the fact that he is heavily in demand professionally, he has committed several hours each month in support of CCM.
Treasurer
Edward Hubbard
Dr. Edward Hubbard has been a committed member and dedicated volunteer at his church for over 86 years. In the past, he spent several decades running a successful real estate business on the southside of Chicago. Mr. Hubbard is now retired but continues to give back to his community by serving as treasurer of our youth organization, assisting with mentor training, and volunteering as a mentor himself.
Pastor
Pastor John Davis
Pastor John Davis has served as an ordained minister for the past 20 years. He is currently a pastor at the Gospel Truth Ministries. He is a former school teacher, having taught at Chicago Public Schools for 37 years. He has been married for 39 years and has 3 children.
Pastor Davis is very passionate about preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the salvation of souls. This passion drives him to be a committed member and leader to our youth organization, and to provide these young men with strong moral training and support.
Board Member
Carlton Guthrie
Carlton Guthrie is Co-Chairman and President of Detroit Chassis, LLC and its parent company, Spectra LLC. He also chairs Magnys Innovative Solutions of Livonia, MI, HealthCure LLC of Ann Arbor, MI, and Gary (IN) Alumni Pathway to Students (GAPS). Born in Atlanta and raised in Gary, IN, Carlton was valedictorian and president of his high school senior class. He received a BA with honors in Economics and an MBA in general management, both from Harvard University. His career featured stints at Philadelphia National Bank, Procter & Gamble, Jewel Companies, McKinsey and Company, and James H. Lowry & Associates before becoming an entrepreneur.
Since the 1985 acquisition of Trumark, Inc., Carlton and his brother Mike have earned several honors including Ernst & Young Michigan Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year; Supplier of the Year Award from the National Minority Supplier Development Council; Michigan Manufacturer of the Year Award from the Impressions 5 Museum, Lansing, MI, and Carlton received the Chivas Regal Extrapreneur of the Year Award
Board Member
Dr. A. Ja’ami Dawan
Dr. A. Ja’ami Dawan earned his Bachelors of Arts degree from Chicago State University, majoring in History. He then went on to acquire his Master’s in Human Performance and Training from Governors State University, and subsequently, his Doctoral from Northern Illinois University. His dissertation is titled “African American Students’ Perceptions of a Technology Enhanced Learning Environment: A Case Study.” In July of 2014, he published his book “Profiles of Successful African-American Men: A Guide to Help Boys and Young Men Become Successful.”
Dr. A. Ja’ami Dawan is currently a consultant at Thinking Computers, Inc. He coordinates faculty professional development workshops in classroom, distance, and blended learning environments. He also conducts research and analysis on new and emerging technology.
Board Member
Raymond Dozier
Board Member
Terrance K. Rollins
Board Member
Anthony Avent
Board Member
Dr. Prentiss Taylor
Dr. Prentiss Taylor is the lead physician for the JPMorgan Chase Health & Wellness Centers throughout Metro Chicago. He represents Advocate Health Care, and is the Medical Director of both Advocate at Work and Advocate Fitness. He has over 20 years of experience working in adult Internal Medicine, preventive medicine, medical management, quality improvement, and health care leadership. Prentiss is a graduate of Harvard College, Harvard Medical School, and the Kellogg Business School of Northwestern University. He has received Top Doctor awards from Chicago Magazine and US News. He is the proud father of two sons and two daughters.