Angela M. Evans is the president of the Vermont Village community development corporation. She is chief operations officer of Crenshaw Christian Center (CCC), one of the largest churches in the nation. Mrs. Evans co-founded the Fredrick K.C. Price III School, which includes pre-school, elementary, and secondary divisions. She is a member of the Crenshaw Christian Executive Board and the FKCP III Advisory Board, and it’s trustee of the Crenshaw Christian Center U.K. Charity. Mrs. Evans has received many awards and recognition, including the certification of special congressional recognition, Office of the Governor.
Barbara Byndon, Secretary
Barbara Byndon’s committed to service for Crenshaw Christian Center for over 20 years, Barbara has been the anchor in the Executive Vice President’s office providing executive administrative support as well as providing leadership through the planning and execution of ministry-wide events. Her partnership with the City of Los Angeles Personnel Division and the Los Angeles Police Department Recruitment Division have resulted in public recognition for her dedication and service. Trained in the Total Quality Management (TQM), Project Management, and Conflict Resolution disciplines, and currently studying Spanish as her second language, Barbara is never stagnant when it comes to self-development. By doing so, these skills, along with life experiences have enhanced the business acumen Barbara possesses as she effectively co-owns a production company providing leadership and continuity. Being a resident in South Los Angeles for 34 years, Barbara has witness first-hand the changes in her community and the thrust of neighborhood block clubs, concerned residents and various entities quests to reduce violence, create more employment and bring back vitality to Los Angeles. From being a participant in community clean-ups, to attending block club meetings, to strategizing with neighbors on how to make our communities safer, Barbara’s mandate to her community is being a committee of one is better than being a committee of none.
Ms. Jackson has 40 years, plus of progressive responsibilities with hands-on financial management experience. Strong background in financial analysis and internal accounting controls. Decisive, organized, profit oriented problem solver, with strong interpersonal skills. Proficient with most of the Hughes/Raytheon and Crenshaw Christian Center business tools but not limited to CBS/CARS, PC Pricing, FPS, ARS, SD&G, Solomon, WICS, ADP and MPX. Sr. Business Analyst, Accountant, Experienced with general cost accounting and the collection of costs as related to contracts. Bachelor of Science – Accounting, Virginia State University , 1971, Certificate in Biblical Foundations – CCC Ministry Training Institute, 1992, Certificate in Biblical Studies – CCC Ministry Training Institute, 1993, Diploma in Practical Theology – CCC Ministry Training Institute, 1994 [/vc_column_text][/vc_accordion_tab]
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