Our Leadership
Board of Directors
Sabrina E. Galloway
PresidentSabrina Galloway, a strategist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is renowned for her multifaceted contributions. As Chief Strategist of The Galloway Group and Co-Founder of Ethics, Sabrina has played a pivotal role in establishing ventures such as The Langston Galloway Foundation, The Langston Galloway Basketball Camp, and Ethics. Sabrina’s keen ability as a consensus builder, strategist, innovative thinker and communicator have helped to catapult the off the court endeavors of she and her husband, Langston, into viable business partnerships across a cross-section of areas in the marketplace.
Dru Evans
Vice President & DirectorDru Evans is an author, entrepreneur, public speaker, and philanthropist. She is the owner, Principal planner, and designer of Renaissance Events by Dru Evans, Co-Owner/ Brand Manager for Esther’s Cajun Cafe & Soulfood, COO of The MOLO Agency, Executive Producer of her design series show "ReDesigning With Dru Evans. In addition to her book and newest media platform "Redesigning With Dru Evans", Dru is co-founder of “The MOLO Life,” a nonprofit organization supporting young women and men.
Tierany Lazare
Treasurer & DirectorTierany Lazare is a Louisiana native from the small town of Sunset and a graduate of Louisiana State University with more than 10 years of experience in banking and accounting. Throughout her career, she has strengthened organizations through financial stewardship, internal controls, risk management, and integrity-driven business practices. She believes leadership is earned by example, grounded in integrity, and multiplied through investing in the growth of others. Tierany previously served on the Board of Youth Oasis Children's Shelter and is the founder of Wrapped in Grace, a faith-based brand rooted in hope and encouragement. Her passion for serving women and children is reflected in both her professional and community leadership. Guided by her faith—the heartbeat of who she is—Tierany strives to serve with humility, lead with excellence, and leave a positive, lasting impact on every person, organization, and community she has the privilege to serve.
Mary Conley
Secretary & DirectorMary Conley is a native of Ohio and a proud graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Since graduating, Mary has devoted much of her time to philanthropic and charitable causes close to her heart, while raising her young family. Mary served on the Board of Directors for the Methodist Healthcare Foundation. She focused her attention on enhancing the Sickle Cell Center, now known as “The Mike and Mary Conley Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center”. She was also instrumental in funding Arrow Creative, a non-profit organization that is a one roof creative district supporting creative entrepreneurs through education, equipment and studios in Memphis, TN. Mary is an avid lover of the great outdoors. She enjoys traveling, hiking, biking, skiing, and gardening.
Jada Paul
Membership Co-Chairwoman & DirectorGrowing up as an only child in small town Winston Salem, North Carolina, Jada Paul learned to be resourceful, finding creative ways to keep herself entertained. In 2021, Jada founded a thoughtfully curated collection of stationery items, Curated by Alexis, out of her pursuit to simplify her own hectic life. As wife of NBA guard Chris Paul and mother-of-two, Jada stands as the pillar of consistency for her family in a world where life is incredibly fluid, and no two days are ever the same. Always embodying a generous spirit and giving back to her and community led Jada to establish her philanthropic footprint with the Chris Paul Family Foundation, aligning with its vision of creating communities through education, health, wellness, and leadership.
McKenzie Caldwell-Pope
Membership Co-Chairwoman, Nominating Committee Chairwoman & DirectorMcKenzie Caldwell-Pope is a beauty and fashion influencer with an infectious personality that has utilized her platform to uplift and influence other women, particularly many who are experiencing motherhood. With McKenzie’s IG TV show “Sip N Style,” her career as a beauty and fashion influencer continues to flourish, as well as her style versatility, social impact, and opportunities in the industry.
Executive Director
Tanya Bell McKinzie
Executive DirectorAttorney Tanya Bell McKinzie is a multifaceted leader and the Executive Director of the National Basketball Wives Association. With over 25 years of experience, she is both a veteran nonprofit executive and a strategic advisor to businesses through her firm, T&C Group, LLC. Tanya previously served 15 years as President and CEO of Indiana Black Expo, Inc., where she oversaw major initiatives and events generating more than $420 million in economic impact during her tenure in the city of Indianapolis. Her extensive expertise includes designing and executing large-scale programs and evaluation services, alongside managing sponsorship activations for hundreds of companies. A Juris Doctorate recipient from Indiana University, she is the only person in history to receive the Indiana Governor’s Public Service Award of Excellence and holds the Sagamore of the Wabash, the state's highest honor.