Board Members, Staff and Volunteers
The JK Movement Board of Directors consists of:
Johnny Allen Jr
Executive Director 1720 Larpenteur Ave West Falcon Heights, Mn 55113 Phone Number: 651-558-7815 |
Julie Richards
Board Chair, Camp Fire Minnesota |
Andrea Carroll-Franck
Secretary, Pillsbury United Communities |
Greg Triplett
Treasurer, Accountant |
Dave Zeitchick
Board member St. Paul Public Schools 1378 Sumner St Saint Paul, Mn 55116 Phone Number: 651-387-9576 |
Dr. Robert J. Brown
Board member the University of St. Thomas (Deceased) |
Theresa A. Neal
Board member, St. Paul Public Schools |
Bill Hunstock
Board President Everest Financial Group, LLC 2908 44th Ave South Minneapolis, MN 55406 Phone Number: 612-598-9557 |
Dan Kotasek
Board member Cretin Derham Hall 706 Evergreen Knolls Mendota Heights, Mn 55118 Phone Number: 612-296-4928 |
James Eret
Board Treasurer US Bank Phone Number: 651-238-9085 |
Alison Thompson
Board member Phone Number: 952-290-6296 |
Darryl Dixon
Board member Boveda Phone Number: 612-202-9028 |
Tiffany Harris
Board member
Cake Lady Studios & Events Phone Number: 480-519-5794
Board member
Cake Lady Studios & Events Phone Number: 480-519-5794
Advisory Committee
Claud Allaire
Member Macalester College Theresa A. Neal: Board member, St. Paul Public Schools |
Dr. Leo Lewis
Member, Lewis Sports Foundation |
Joel Franklin
Member St. Paul Youth Services |
Sue Smith-Grier
Member, Writer, former Volunteer Manager |
David Martin
Member, Attorney, Henson & Efron Professional Association |
Debra Pridgen
Member, Retired Girl Scouts River Valley |
Don Roney
Member, Perfect Technique Sports Analysis |
Lisa Roney
Board member, Hennepin Technical College |
JOHNNY ALLEN JR.
Johnny Allen, Jr. is the founder of The JK Movement (JKM). Johnny has a true compassion for working with youth and nurturing their physical and mental development.
Johnny understands the importance of supporting the well-being of youth. He believes with supportive guidance and proper training in healthy living and life-skills. Youth will demonstrate a physical, mental and emotional burst of growth in their lives, leading them to success and their innate destiny. He is firmly committed to making The JK Movement organization a community leader in youth development.
Personal Information:
• Born and Raised in St. Paul
• Graduated from Highland Park H.S.
• Received his B.A. in Business from University of St. Thomas
• 20 + years of experience Mentoring, Volunteering, and always pursuing to be the best positive role model to the youth
“His work ethic and euthusiasm are both second to none and his passion for making a difference in the world is sincere and admirable” - Joshua R. O’Neill
“Johnny’s mission is to give back. I see this almost daily in his service in our church and in the community. Johnny’s drive, compassion and integrity along with his education make him a tremendous asset in any business.” Kenneth H. Reid, Program Manager, HealthPartners Medical Group
“During this time I have observed him, counseled him and challenged him to take on new projects and initiatives unfamiliar to him. He never shirked off his responsibilty, acted sluggishly, but welcomed each challenge with his creativity and might while keeping me informed along the way.” Pastor Charles L. Gill, D. MIN
Johnny understands the importance of supporting the well-being of youth. He believes with supportive guidance and proper training in healthy living and life-skills. Youth will demonstrate a physical, mental and emotional burst of growth in their lives, leading them to success and their innate destiny. He is firmly committed to making The JK Movement organization a community leader in youth development.
Personal Information:
• Born and Raised in St. Paul
• Graduated from Highland Park H.S.
• Received his B.A. in Business from University of St. Thomas
• 20 + years of experience Mentoring, Volunteering, and always pursuing to be the best positive role model to the youth
“His work ethic and euthusiasm are both second to none and his passion for making a difference in the world is sincere and admirable” - Joshua R. O’Neill
“Johnny’s mission is to give back. I see this almost daily in his service in our church and in the community. Johnny’s drive, compassion and integrity along with his education make him a tremendous asset in any business.” Kenneth H. Reid, Program Manager, HealthPartners Medical Group
“During this time I have observed him, counseled him and challenged him to take on new projects and initiatives unfamiliar to him. He never shirked off his responsibilty, acted sluggishly, but welcomed each challenge with his creativity and might while keeping me informed along the way.” Pastor Charles L. Gill, D. MIN