Staff Members

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Darron Lamkin

Darron Lamkin is the founder of “Class Matters Inc.,” an Oklahoma-based nonprofit that assists at-risk mid-high school students in graduating and transitioning into college with aspirations in the STEM-related fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Class Matters’ mission is “to develop future engineers, entrepreneurs, and leaders who realize their potential and maximize the potential …

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Tasheé Singleton

Tasheé serves as Let’s Grow STEAMx’s CFO and COO and is also one of its co-founders.  A graduate of Columbus State University, she holds an MBA and a B.B.A. in Accounting.   In addition to her duties with Let’s Grow STEAMx, she is also the District Manager of Waffle House, Inc.  Tasheé has spent much …

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Robbie Branscomb

As the CEO of Let’s Grow STEAMx, Robbie enjoys using her relationships and resources to help create pathways for youth so they may have productive and successful outcomes.  She recognizes that youth cannot be what they cannot see; therefore, she embraces her opportunity to be a role model for minority youth, especially girls, in leading …

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Leshan Ferguson

Leshan is one of the founders of Let’s Grow STEAMx and a dynamic educator with more than 17 years of teaching experience. She easily connects with young, eager learners, and her aim is to grow the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and creative thinkers. Her goal is to make STEAM learning and experiences accessible to …

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Rep. Calvin Smyre

State Representative Calvin Smyre, business executive, state legislator, community and national leader, earned his BS degree from Fort Valley State University in 1970, majoring in Business Administration with a minor in Accounting. He holds an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Morehouse School of Medicine. His career path has taken him from being a community organizer and …

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Lionel Haynes, Jr.

Lionel Haynes, Jr. is a former U.S. Army Reservist and currently still serves the Department of Defense as a budget analyst. He is an honor graduate of the U.S. Army Finance School and also serves as a Director on the Board of the Columbus State University Alumni Association. A strong advocate for our schools and …

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David Britt, II

David Britt is an experienced public professional with a background in leadership, tax administration, Georgia law interpretation, and public service. He has served as the Deputy Tax Commissioner of Muscogee County since 2010. David is a Columbus, GA native, a graduate of Kendrick High School and Columbus State University, and he serves on the Board …

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