Our Core Team
Our board is dedicated to the improvement of the Florissant community. The community improves when the people of the community grow and improve. Our focus is to build others who can then build our community.
Moriah Brainos
Executive Director, Masters in Organizational Leadership (PhD Candidate)
Moriah is a dedicated and accomplished professional with a passion for leadership and community service. She holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in the same field. Moriah is committed to helping individuals and families improve their lives and careers, and she volunteers her time to various community initiatives that support this mission. As an adjunct professor at Urshan College in Wentzville, Missouri, Moriah shares her knowledge and expertise with students who are eager to learn and grow. She is known for her excellent communication skills and her ability to motivate and inspire those around her. Moriah lives in Florissant, Missouri, with her husband and two children, and enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and exploring new cultures.
Morgan Flores
Board Member/Instructor
Morgan is a talented professional with extensive experience in the Workforce Solutions and Information Technology Solutions industry. She has worked for a leading company in this field, where she has honed her skills in helping her company connect job seekers with meaningful employment opportunities throughout St. Louis and its surrounding counties. She is known for her exceptional communication skills and her ability to build strong relationships with clients and candidates alike. Morgan is a dedicated team player who is committed to delivering exceptional service and exceeding client expectations. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and volunteering in her community.
Dr. Jennifer McCurrach
Board Member/Instructor, PhD in Counseling Education, LPC, LSSP
Jennifer holds multiple master's degrees and a doctorate in counseling education. She is licensed as a specialist in school psychology and a professional counselor in both Texas and Missouri. Jennifer has built a thriving private practice focused on serving children, teenagers, and adults based on biblical principles. She is a published author of religious and secular works and serves as a professor and program director for the Human Services Degree Program at Urshan College in Wentzville, Missouri.
David McCurrach
Board Member/Instructor
David McCurrach is a senior leader in the field of digital transformation and customer engagement, boasting over 25 years of experience. At Adobe, he excels as the Senior Director of Solutions Consulting for Strategic/Core Accounts, leading a dynamic team of 100+ professionals across North America. David's expertise lies in breaking down silos, driving innovative go-to-market strategies, and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. His notable achievements include the development of comprehensive training methodologies, the creation of a pipeline development program for Solution Consultants, and the implementation of an accelerated hiring process that rapidly integrates fresh talent from colleges and nontraditional sources into the field. David's career at Adobe has been marked by significant contributions to sales enablement, customer journey mapping, and the establishment of Adobe’s Vertical selling approach, underscoring his role as a key figure in navigating complex challenges and leveraging technology for business growth.
Larry Hammett
Board Member/Instructor, Business Leader
Larry is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the corporate world and as a school teacher. He retired from teaching to pursue a career at Dow Chemical, where he held various leadership roles and made significant contributions to the company's success. Larry is widely recognized for his expertise in the field and has received numerous awards and accolades for his work. He is known for his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. In his free time, Larry enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.
Our Volunteers
Our volunteers come from various background and experiences. They want to help others better themselves and their families by sharing their knowledge and experience. We thank each and every one of them for their willingness to serve.
AJ Gibson
Celebrate Recovery
DaLynne McCurrach
Certified ESL Instructor
Jona Llinella
Immigration\Interpreter
Ben Flores
Healthcare Field
Dr. Christopher Brainos
Doctorate Intercultural Studies