BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PATRICIA MALONE
CHAIRPERSON
Patricia Malone is the Founder and Executive Director of Girl Magic Incorporated. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Statistics and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management. Patricia spent much of her career as a Human Resource Manager in the corporate sector, where she collaborated with organizations to improve processes, guided candidates in finding employment, and supported employees in enhancing and developing professional skills. Through her ability to manage people and processes, she was often tasked with managing teams within the U.S. as well as India, Poland, and China. In addition to her corporate career, Patricia is the author of Maneuvering the Workplace, a book designed to help employees prepare for and thrive in their professional journeys. She also explored entrepreneurship by creating and running her own business selling holistic products to promote better health and wellness. When faced with a career transition after a corporate downsizing, Patricia reflected on her experiences and recognized that her greatest passion was helping people shift their thoughts, behaviors, and actions toward growth. This realization fueled her commitment to making a difference in the lives of youth, ultimately leading her to establish Girl Magic Incorporated—a non-profit dedicated to empowering the next generation.
JACKIE MALONE
SECRETARY
Jackie has a Bachelor’s degree in Education. She has taught classes at Technical colleges, Community colleges, and in the Corporate business environment. She has taught Public Speaking using Toastmaster’s techniques for various church groups. She has provided numerous motivational workshops for youth at the request of local teachers. Jackie finds painting rooms very enjoyable. She also likes to try new adventures such as snow skiing, golfing, bowling, and tennis.
CHEYENNE D. BOYD
BOARD MEMBER
Cheyenne earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Akron in social work and then began her career at Summit County Children Services in 1997 as a protective services caseworker. She then earned a Master's degree in social work. Ms. Boyd ultimately became the Emancipation Resource Specialist, a position created from the influx of former foster youth coming back to the agency needing assistance. She has assisted in the development and implementation of many youth transitioning programs. She also wrote a book called "You Can't Play The Game If You Don't Know The Rules" which is a guide for teens and young adults transitioning into adulthood. She has strong leadership skills as well as a commitment to partnering with the families she serves. In addition, Cheyenne also has two children and a grandson.
LEXUS LAWRENCE
BOARD MEMBER
Lexus is a dedicated educator and advocate with over 12 years of experience empowering students through equity, rigor, and joy. As a founding 4th grade teacher and grade-level lead, Lexus is known for creating transformative classroom spaces that center student voice, academic excellence, and exploration. She brings a deep commitment to uplifting Black and brown girls through education, mentorship, and community leadership. Her passion for literacy, culturally responsive teaching, and holistic development drives her work both in and outside the classroom. A natural trailblazer, Lexus leads with vision, compassion, and the belief that every girl deserves access to spaces that affirm their brilliance, power, and purpose.
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JUSTICE MAPP
BOARD MEMBER
Justice has a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Appalachian State University with a specialization in sociology and nonprofit organizations. While working in the corporate space, she has continued to work with local organizations to develop her community. She has also served as a mentor to first generation students seeking and attending post secondary education. Justice has held workshops for skills such as Public Speaking, How to Sell Yourself, Resume Building and Interview skills to promote skills needed to get employed after education. Justice has a strong passion for uplifting others to reach their fullest potential. In her free time, she enjoys painting, playing board games and being in nature!
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