About Jubilee Youth Service & Leadership Academy

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Llewaylyn ‘Lyn’ Lanier, Sr.

Academy Director & Founder

Mr. Lanier is a retired Mobile County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Officer, a former certified Public Safety Officer, a former juvenile detention facility Special Education instructor, a licensed minister, and a U.S. Army veteran with experience as a Commissioned Officer, Airborne paratrooper, Communications-Electronics Officer, Personnel Clerk, and enlisted soldier. Mr. Lanier earned an Associate of Science Degree from Utah Technical College in Saint George, Utah. He later attended Utah State University, the University of Utah, and the University of South Alabama. He graduated from Mattie T. Blount High School, Prichard, AL, and is a native of Mobile, Alabama.

Teresa V. Lanier

Co-Founder

Mrs. Lanier is a native of Prichard, AL, and a graduate of Mattie T. Blount High School in Prichard, AL. She received an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing from Bishop State Community College. Mrs. Lanier earned a Master of Science in Nursing from Spring Hill College, Mobile, Alabama, in 2015. She is also the recipient of a Certification as a Clinical Nurse Leader. Mrs. Lanier is an ordained minister and works with the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs as a Care Giver Support Coordinator.

Amy Waldrop

Administrative Assistant

Amy Waldrop is the administrative assistant for J.Y.S.L.A. She has a family consisting of two boys, Hayden, who is 7 years old, and Nolan, who is 5. Mrs. Waldrop is responsible for homeschooling her children and has been happily married to her husband for 12 years. She values her family and friends and has a strong LOVE for the Lord, which is of utmost importance to her.

Gregg LaGrant George

Board Member

The Trane Co. Lexington Ky. – 32 Yrs.in Manufacturing – Retired Supervisor Grace Bible Church, Mobile Alabama – Deacon (since 2018)

My desire to serve our community, especially the young men, has lead me to JYSLA. Being new to the Mobile area, this Organization has enriched my life with godly leaders who are living proof of the innumerable life possibilities that await our future citizens / leaders. I’m excited to be a part of this great opportunity.

My wife Mary of 37 yrs. and I are Lexington Ky. natives and high school sweethearts. We have 3 adult children : Devin, Brennan and Mackenzie, mother of our 1st Grandchild!

Jefferey Robbins

Board Member

Mr. Robbins is Sales Leader with State Farm Insurance Company. He leads a team of 52 agents along the Gulf Coast of Alabama and Mississippi. His responsibilities include growing the territory, recruiting new agents, and Training and Developing agents.

Mr. Robbins earned a Master Of Science Degree in Business Management from American College and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina.

Mr. Robbins is a member of the American Red Cross, South Alabama Region, and serves as a Board Member and Diversity Chairman.

Robert H. Mudd, Jr.

Vice President

Mr. Mudd is a seasoned trial attorney, licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in Alabama, including the Supreme Court of the United States. Mr. Mudd has more than 30 years of legal experience protecting clients’ rights in personal injury, worker’s compensation, probate litigation, and other legal matters and have tried both jury and non-jury trials. Mr. Mudd is a member of numerous legal organizations to keep abreast of the latest legal developments in his practice areas, including the Alabama Trial Lawyer’s Association, Mobile Bar Association, and the State Bar of Alabama.

Ronald Moore

Treasurer

Ron Moore was born and raised in the Woodlawn Community of Birmingham, AL. He

and his wife, Shay, have been married for 23 years. They have three children – one

son and two daughters. Ron holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Talladega

College and graduated from the University of Mobile in 2003 with a Master of

Business Administration. He began his professional career out of college as a

banker and now works for a local utility company. Ron and his family live in Mobile.

Tammy Weeks

Board Member

Tammy is very excited and devoted to her role as a board member, supporting the mission and vision of J.Y.S.L.A.

Tammy has worked with young children and in youth ministry for over thirty years in various church and public school environments. Tammy has spent twenty-five years serving as an education teacher and school counselor. Tammy is an author and public speaker and enjoys traveling, volunteering, and spending time with friends and family. Her commitment to serving J.Y.S.L.A. as a board member coincides with her passion to see the next generation fulfill their God-given destiny as community, business leaders, and world-changers.

Ivania Cordero

Board Member

Ivania is a warm and caring individual who, when needed, goes out of her way to help others in any way possible. Known for her kindness and loving nature, she brings joy and positivity to those around her. With a friendly and outgoing personality, Ivania is full of life and thrives on making meaningful connections with others, creating an uplifting environment wherever she goes.

She is hard-working and takes pride in empowering those around her with knowledge and helpful suggestions. Ivania is a Native of New York City who now resides in Baldwin County, Alabama, which has become her new home. She is a devout Christian woman who welcomes the opportunity to serve others as the Lord guides her.

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