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Special Guest, the legendary, Dr. Johnetta Cole, joins our Host, Mr. Gerald Hector on #ItsEasySon!

Dr. Cole's bio can be read here : https://www.neh.gov/award/johnnetta-b-cole

Gerald Hector welcomes the legendary, Mr. Lincoln Phillips to #ItsEasySon
Bio Credit: Walts Legacy
https://waltslegacy.com/lifetime-achievement-award/lincoln-phillips

Former Two Time Presidential Appointee
Author, Exceptional, Being the Exceptional to the Rule
Head of Strategy & Managing Partner, Capital
Global Leader Group
Executive In Residence
Mercer University
Stetson-Hatcher School of Business
Professor, Morehouse College

"Professionally, I have either lead or worked for financial institutions and served or advised during four U.S. presidential administrations leading efforts in the economic development, housing and small business sectors. My book, Exceptional: Being the Exception to the Rule, encourages leaders to discover their passion, walk in their purpose and realize their potential as they chart their own path to success.

In 2019, I was appointed to serve on the Biden-Harris Agency Transition Team. That same year, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp invited me to return to my appointment as chairman of the Fort McPherson Local Redevelopment Authority, and, in 2020, he appointed me to serve on the Georgia Economic Development Board. As a proud alumnus of Morehouse College, I was honored to be invited to serve on the Morehouse College Department of Business & Economics Board of Advisors. Additionally, I contribute time as Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees to Morris Brown College.
In addition to being a graduate of Morehouse College, I also hold a masters degree from Clark Atlanta University (MPA), and obtained a Grant Writing certificate from Emory University’s - Osher Life Long Learning Institute."

George Williams is one of the most iconic figures in the history of collegiate athletics. The legendary coach built a track and field powerhouse at Saint Augustine's University and kept it in the limelight during his illustrious 44-year coaching career.


The Falcons and Lady Falcons captured an astounding 39 NCAA Division II national titles, which places Williams among the Mount Everest of coaches. He ranks third all- time among coaches for most championships in NCAA history, regardless of division.


That puts him well ahead of other notable coaches such as Roy Williams, Mike Krzyzewski, Nick Saban, Bobby Knight and the late John Wooden.


In addition to winning 39 national crowns, the Falcons and Lady Falcons combined for 33 national runner-up finishes and a mind-boggling 282 individual national crowns. The Falcons and Lady Falcons also excelled in the classroom. His scholarship student-athletes had an astonishing 95 percent graduation rate.

It's Easy Son: Life Lessons on Your Journey to Your Promise airs on HBCUiRadio (bit.ly/HBCUiRadio) and HBCU Smart TV ( HBCUSmartTV.com/watch-live) on Wednesday evenings at 8pm ET & #SmartSundays at 3pm ET.

Coach Lorne Donaldson is currently the Head Coach of Jamaica's Reggae Girlz. The Girlz recently competed in the Women's World Cup and exceeded their expectations by making it to the Round of 16 for the first time. They did so by coming out of one of the toughest groupings in the first round. That accomplishment was the first not only for the island of Jamaica, but also for Caribbean countries. He assumed the role of Head Coach two weeks prior to the qualifying stage of the competition.

An accomplished football player in his own right, he has been a part of the Reggae Girlz drive to become a global powerhouse in football for several years. He was a member of the coaching staff that saw the Reggae Girlz qualify and compete in their first World Cup in 2019. He has been one of the Reggae Girlz most ardent supporters and responded to the call when fellow coach and friend Hugh Menzies asked him to assist him and daughter of reggae icon Bob Marley, Cedella Marley, to revive a fledging women's program on the island. To say that he met his goal is an understatement. His skill, acumen and focus despite all the challenges is admirable and an inspiration to young coaches who are trying to shape a coaching career.

A talented three sport athlete from a young age, it was his love for football that allowed for his career and passion for the game to be piqued. Not only did he play football in high school at the illustrious Kingston College for boys, but he took his talents to college and then to the professional ranks in the United States. After several setbacks and disappointments he settled into coaching, and the rest is history. One thing that is interesting in his background are the many stops he made along the way to realize his current role as one of the more exciting football teams in the world.

A former coach of the Colorado Foxes, and having stints with several other clubs, he has focused his time and energy on developing youth players. It is that desire to see youth football blossom and grow in his native land of Jamaica that drives him forward.

He has shaped and fashioned the careers of so many young football players and coaches, but more importantly he has given numerous young stars their first opportunities to play at the highest levels of the sport. He is a huge advocate for the true student athlete experience paving the way for scholarship opportunities for his players to gain entrance into some of the most prestigious universities in the United States that have football programs.

His life journey thus far is one of impact and significance. It is one that shows that perseverance and staying true to our dreams do make a difference. His next objective is to see the Reggae Girlz to next year's Olympics and we are all watching to see how this talented team continues to grow and develop football in both Jamaica and the world.

Janet L. Williams is the Vice President for Finance and Administration / CFO for Elon University. She has over thirty years of professional experience in higher education and industry. Williams is a strategic leader who has extensive experience as a chief financial officer and manager of complex operations.

Prior to her leadership at Elon University, Williams was vice president for financial services at Wake Forest University. Prior to Wake Forest, Williams served at Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY, where she was interim vice president for finance and administration / CFO. Williams began her work in higher education by serving at Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, where she was a finance and administrative director in the College of Engineering and College of Agriculture and Life Science.
Prior to her work in higher education, Williams served in business and industry in New York and Texas.

She held several senior-level positions with Lockheed Martin Corporation, Owego, NY; Corning, Inc.,Corning, NY; and with Kraft Foods, Inc., based in Garland, TX and Campbell, NY. She began her career as a staff auditor with the Ernst and Young CPA firm in Dallas, TX.
Williams grew up in San Antonio, TX. Her father was a pastor and civil servant, and mother a postpartum nurse. Williams became the first in her immediate family to attend college when she enrolled in the University of Texas (Austin), where she earned her BBA in accounting. She then went on to earn an MBA degree from the University of North Texas. Williams is a member of the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA).

Among her commitments to serving her community, Williams is a member of the board of Habitat for Humanity in Forsyth County, NC, campus representative for American Council on Education (ACE) Women’s Network and is appointed by the NC Governor to the NC State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) board.

In addition, she is part of a dual career marriage and has been married to her husband, Paul, for 28 years. They are the proud parents of a college senior.
 
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