Chanay Banks, Founder & Executive Director: As a financial aid and higher education professional, she’s passionate about driving positive change and advancing the mission and vision of Charlene's Circle. She understands firsthand the importance of support and the value of having a village to empower you through times of adversity.

Juanita Banks-Whittington, Co-Founder: An award-winning children's book author, Army veteran, Licensed Social Worker, and Diversity Practitioner. As a seasoned professional, she is dedicated to educating others on mental health, emotional wellness, and empowering youth to know they Matter.

Lynnette Griffen, “The Baby”: STEM professional and tenacious lifelong learner committed to ensuring her mother's legacy continues to touch more lives.