WHO
WE ARE
Meet the Team
We are a versatile team of security experts, social entrepreneurs, technologists, and brand experts who are building a bridge to help with the fight against crime. It takes a village to make a difference. Join our movement!
Executive Director/Board Chair
Chris Rich
Chris is the CEO of Hawque Protection Group and a former security technology founder. He is recognized as a community and thought leader within the security industry.
Vice President, Program Management
Josh Byrd, Esq.
Joshua Byrd is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with over 15 years of combined experience as a criminal justice professional.
Director of People Operations
Rae Bullard
Rae M. Bullard is a Human Resource executive professional with almost 20 years of experience driving company business outcomes. Currently, she is also the Founder of MyHRLane.
Director of Data Analytics & Cyber
Tye Hayes
With over 20 years of experience in technology leadership and digital transformation, Tye is a highly accomplished entrepreneur with a passion for innovation and disruption. Her journey as a leader in technology began at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, where she served as an Information Security Officer.
Director of Finance
Tawny Johnson
Tawny Johnson holds a bachelor's degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting. She is a Certified Public Bookkeeper via the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers, a professional American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers member, and a QuickBooks Pro Advisor.
Project Manager
Tatierra Blake
Tatierra is a seasoned recruiter with 4 years of staffing experience and project management. She brings a wealth of knowledge to our non-profit and incredible vitality.
Meet the Board & Advisors
Board Chair
Chris Rich
Chris is the CEO of Hawque Protection Group and a security technology founder. Chris has been recognized as a community leader and thought leader within the security industry. He has an extensive track record in non-profits that began in his early 20s and has sat on the boards of several notable non-profits, including Susan G. Komen, Make A Wish, and the American Cancer Society.
Board Member/Security Advisor
Patrick Kane
Mr. Kane is a former Atlanta Officer (Swat) and currently leads HPG as the COO of all U.S. operations. At the APD, he was part of a police social group (clippers and cops) that would connect with black communities to promote a better relationship between the police and the community.
Board Member/Branding Advisor
Dr. Dawn Wade
Dawn is Nimbus's award-winning co-founder and their current Chief Strategy Officer. She brings a wealth of knowledge and strongly desires to give back to underserved communities.
Board Member/Creative Advisor
Stacey Wade
Stacey is Nimbus's CEO, a creative artisan, and an astute entrepreneur. He has an uncanny ability to create/design a concept that excites a customer AND effectively take that concept to the marketplace. Stacey boasts several global, national, and local brands as clients, each benefiting from his creativity and business acumen.
Security Advisor
Anastatia Ford
Based in San Francisco, CA, as the Director of Global Security Services for Meta Platforms, Inc. (formerly Facebook), Anastasia oversees Global Security programs and security operations, including Northern California's most significant global real estate footprint.