Leadership Team & Board of Directors

Leadership Team

Our leadership team brings together diverse experience, expertise, and a shared commitment to advancing our mission. Together, they guide the organization’s strategic direction and ensure excellence in service and program delivery.


Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors provides governance, oversight, and strategic guidance to support the long-term success of our organization. Their leadership helps ensure we remain focused on our mission and accountable to those we serve.


Meet our Leadership Team

Julie Clark 


Founder & Executive Director 

Julie Clark is the visionary founder and Executive Director of J B Housing Group, bringing decades of professional experience and more than six years of dedicated advocacy for homeless Veterans and their families.

Shelia Brown

Executive Assistant

Shelia Brown brings more than 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate challenges, connect with resources, and achieve greater stability and independence.

Marilyn Jones

Lead Case Manager

Marilyn Jones brings more than 20 years of housing management experience and a strong commitment to helping Veterans overcome barriers and achieve permanent housing stability.

Samantha Butler- Alexander

Case Manager

Samantha Butler-Alexander uses her background in psychology and her passion for advocacy to support homeless Veterans and help them access the services they need.

Evelyn Blue

Licensed Practical Nurse

Evelyn Blue brings 40 years of medical experience and a compassionate approach to supporting Veterans, individuals, and families.

Damien Baker

Benefit Coordinator

Damien Baker is dedicated to helping Veterans connect with and access the benefits and resources for which they may be eligible.

Shay Price- Turner, LCSW

Case Manager

Quintell “Shay” Price-Turner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services that promote the well-being and stability of individuals, families, and communities.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

David Carlin

Treasurer

David Carlin is an experienced financial leader with more than 30 years of accounting and finance experience, including extensive nonprofit experience, specializing in financial operations, process improvement, compliance, and strategic financial management.

Matthew gordon

Secretary

Matthew Gordon Hutchinson is an experienced analytical chemist with more than 10 years in the chemical industry, bringing his scientific expertise, professional experience, and strong commitment to service to J B Housing Group.

Dr. Fara House Bostic

Board of Directors

Dr. Fara House Bostic is an accomplished educator, organizational development expert, and community advocate with more than 30 years of experience in professional development, assessment, leadership, and workforce empowerment.

Derrick Johnson

Board of Directors

Derrick Javon Johnson is a Louisiana attorney, Iraq War Veteran, and former mayor who combines military service, legal experience, and public leadership with a commitment to strengthening Central Louisiana communities.

Gary Johnson

Board of Directors

Gary E. Johnson is a U.S. Army Veteran with 21 years of military service, two decades of federal experience as a budget analyst, and a strong record of public and community service in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Vivian Bush

Board of Directors

Vivian Bush is an experienced nonprofit leader and consultant with more than 20 years of experience in organizational development, grant writing, and strengthening nonprofit organizations through effective structure, culture, and communication.

Lady Gail Johnson

Board of Directors

Lady Gail Johnson is a global leader, community advocate, entrepreneur, author, and humanitarian with decades of experience empowering women, children, and underserved communities through advocacy, education, and service.

Ted Harwood

Board of Directors

Ted Harwood is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and cybersecurity professional who brings more than two decades of military leadership, global technology experience, and dedicated community service to J B Housing Group’s mission of ending Veteran homelessness.