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
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.

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.

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.

















