OUR BOARD
Our mission is to be a model Military Leadership Program by developing responsible cadet-leaders of character through high - quality instruction and enrichment opportunities. Thereby, enabling their development of life skills, future aspirations, and expectations to become college and career ready.
CALVIN BROWN
PRESIDENT
Calvin develops people that develop enduring organizations. Calvin is also the Founder of Calvin D. Brown, Inc. Building on his background as an engineer, he utilizes a well-blended synthesis of leadership, innovation, technical expertise, and interpersonal skills to produce a reputation of solid achievements spanning from North America to the Caribbean to Eastern Europe. He is a trusted advisor and counselor to business, government, and religious leaders.
ANITA MATOS
SECRETARY
Anita Matos LMSW CADC
Clinical Care Coordinator
I have 26 years or case management and social work experience, specializing in mental health and substance abuse issues in the New Castle County. I have continued to provide support and resources to individuals and their families facing these challenges.
My approach is empathetic and person-centered utilizing evidence-based practices to promote wellness and recover. I have a BS from Wilmington University with a LMSW being grand-fathered in due to over a decade of experience. I have been a certified Drug and Alcohol counselor for 19 years. I taught CADC courses for 6 years through Catholic Charities. I am a passionate Social Worker dedicated to empowering individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues, fostering resilience and promoting positive change in their lives.
TROY BAILEY
TREASURER
Troy Bailey is a Senior Tax Advisor with Goldberg Tax Services. Troy and his wife Katrina are also Managing Directors within the Goldberg Consortium. The Goldberg Consortium consists of the following:
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J.B. Goldberg Inc (Payroll, Bookkeeping, PERSONAL AND BUSINESS TAX Preparations, NONPROFIT AND CORPORATE SETUP AND TAXES)
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Goldberg & Associates (Real Estate Investments)
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Home Financial Strategies (Wealth Building Strategies for families)
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Troy enjoys empowering individuals through teaching financial
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literacy, helping people control their cash flow, eliminating debt, and building wealth through Biblical principles.
HE is also actively involved in assisting entrepreneurs to start and develop businesses with a solid business structure.
Troy, with his wife Katrina, founded Planting the Seeds for Life Ministries, a ministry THAT empowers youth with four foundational principles of life WHICH enables them to see their true value and purpose.
MARY PHILLIPS
BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
I serve as the Director of Academics and the Upper School Math and Science teacher at Harvest Christian Academy of New Castle, Delaware. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Education from Wilmington University and pursued a dual degree in Biomedical and Chemistry Technology from Delaware Technical and Community College.
Over the past 29 years, I have dedicated myself to educating students at Christian schools in the New Castle County area. I firmly believe in the importance of education and am committed to enriching and supporting the lives of my students, while also being a lifelong learner myself.
Dr. GWEN SCOTT-JONES
BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
Dr. Gwendolyn Scott-Jones currently serves as the new founding Dean for Delaware State University’s Wesley College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. Prior to the appointment as Dean, Dr. Scott-Jones served as Chair and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology for approximately 12-years.
Dr. Scott-Jones received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Social Work degrees from Delaware State University. Subsequent to receiving her degrees from Delaware State University, she attended Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and obtained a Masters in Clinical Psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with Certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Scott-Jones specializes in forensic psychology, adult psychopathology, trauma-related disorders, organizational trauma, sport psychology, and substance abuse treatment. Dr. Scott-Jones’s research interests are adult pathology, suicide prevention, trauma, program development and implementation. She is well-known across the State of Delaware for providing professional development trainings on various topics to employers
Dr. BARNETT SMITH
BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE
DION COMBS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR and FOUNDER
I began my military career in 1989 when I joined the United States Air Force. During my tenure, I served in various roles, including Combat Flight Medic, Military Training Instructor, and Flight Medic Instructor. In 2008, I transitioned to the United States Army, where I continued my service as a Food Service Manager and Drill Sergeant. I retired from active duty in December 2013 after a distinguished career.
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In August 2023, Harvest Christian Academy in New Castle, Delaware, became the first non-public school in the state to offer a Military Leadership Program under my guidance. As the Senior Instructor, I have been instrumental in establishing this groundbreaking initiative, which provides students with valuable leadership skills and discipline.
