Meet The Movers & Shakers
Our aggregate is composed of working professionals who have excelled in their careers and civic engagement.
Our organization is committed to making our communities better and stronger by committing the time and effort to provide community service-based initiatives to inspire youth.
Our family of Movers (men) and Shakers (women) represents excellence in business, leadership, and community.
Together, we bring the energy, the service, and the style that make the Coast proud.
Board Of Directors
President: Dr. Latrice Richardson
Governors: Michael Daniels (Mover)
Freddie Jordan James (Shakers)
Secretary: Dr. Valerie Joiner-Mayers
Financial Secretary: Lawanda Jones
Treasurer: Marketa Piernas, CPA
Sergeant-at-Arms: Rogick Love
Business/Marketing Manager: Cece Shabazz
Chaplain: Jemina Ballard
Member-at-Large (Movers): Wayne Campbell
Member-at-Large (Shakers): Dr. Brittany Davis
Members
Movers
Shakers
Chris Piernas
Clarence Taylor
Derrick Booker
Donaldvon Tolbert
EJ Bell
Felix Gines
Frank Bridges
Gary Gray
Grashawn Dorrough
Julius Harris
Leonard Jackson
Levinski Guy
Micheal Daniels
Reginald Russell
Rodney Mayers
Rogick Love
Ronald Ware
Wayne Campbell
Zavion Aultman
Abrina Bell
Allison Gates
Dr. Andrea Davis
Angela Dorrough
Anika Vereen
Dr. Brittany Davis
Candace Hasan
Candace Washington
CeCe Shabazz
Charity Stamps- Robinson
Chazman McKoy
Daphne Dickey
Deidre Wyatt
Freddie James
Gabrielle Scott
Ganece Darden
Hailey Russell
Jamie Dunn
Jemina Ballard
Kamara Harper
Katrice Cook
Lapronica Taylor
Latonya James
Dr. Latrice Richardson
Lawanda Jones
LeCandace Phillips
Lisa Jatta
Marketa Piernas
Mayisha Johnson
Dr. Melanie Nelson
Nakia Sibley
Raye Campbell
Raynita Garner-Lewis
Rebecca Moses
Rochelle Dunbar
Scheryl Walls
Shalonda Kelley
Shannon Smallman
Shayla James
Sheneatha McDaniel
Sherry Bell
Simarjit Ponder-Edwards
Sonja Cannan
Stephanie Burton
Toi L'eche Nolen
Tanyanisha Mills
Dr. Valerie Joiner-Mayers
Vickie Jones
Yakieba Lewis-LeBlac
Who We Are
Movers & Shakers Social Club, Inc.(501c3) is more than beads and parades; we are a movement of professionals who know that impact can be fun and purpose can be powerful. We uplift the Mississippi Gulf Coast through philanthropy, culture, and connection. We honor the tradition of Mardi Gras and use it to better our community. We celebrate our people, empower our youth, and bring energy to everything we touch.
Because when we move together, we make change happen.
Community Impact Highlights
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Scholarships: $23,000+ in awards since 2023 to 29 students. Annual awards recognizing academics, leadership, and technical excellence
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Christmas Toy Drive: 500+ children receive brand-new gifts each year
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Juneteenth Celebration: In partnership with the City of Biloxi—a day of pride and unity, A growing cultural cornerstone with city recognition.
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Youth Empowerment: Free haircuts, hygiene drives, HBCU tours, and mentorship moment