Meet the Board
Founder
Courtney Robinson, Ph.D.
Courtney Robinson is the founder of the Excellence & Advancement.
President
Tushon Robinson
Tushon Robinson has over 30 years of experience as a thought leader in software development...
Vice President
Luis Urrieta, Ph.D.
Dr. Luis Urrieta, Jr. is Professor of Cultural Studies in Education.
Treasurer
Reggie Sherman, CPA
Reginald has over twenty years of experience in law, insurance, public...
Secretary
Tarah Townsend
Proudly serves as Board Secretary of the Excellence and Advancement Foundation.
Board Member
Darius Sherman
Darius Sherman is a Product Manager at a large international tech company.
Board Member
Morgan Craven, J.D.
Morgan Craven, J.D., is the International Development Research Association’s National Director of Policy.
Board Member
Carlisha Robinson
Carlisha Brown Robinson has more than 25 years of experience in high-tech computer...
Board Member
Tori Battieste
I am Tori Battieste. I am a forty-five year old native Texan. I’m married and have a sixteen year old daughter. I
Board Member
Brianna Townsend
A Central Texas native, Brianna Townsend has been dedicated to giving back to her community since childhood, actively volunteering and contributing to the











