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Board of Directors

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Transforming educational trajectories for first-generation and low-income Black youth is at the heart of BlaKC Excellence Academy. We are dedicated to cultivating culturally affirming leadership development, facilitating college access, and fostering intentional connections to institutions that promote Black excellence. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of Black youth and empowering them to achieve their full potential.

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Jacquada Gray II

Board Chair - Founder

Kansas City, MO

(University Academy-HS)​

Kansas City, Mo

University Academy

University of Missouri KC- BA in History

Columbia University- MA Higher & Postsecondary Ed

Executive Director

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CJ Pulliam

Board Member

Kansas City, MO

(Paseo Academy FPA-HS)​

Kansas City, Mo

Paseo Academy FPA

MCC Penn Valley- 

University of Missouri KC- BA in History

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.

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Carl Smith

Board Member

St. Louis, MO

( Hazelwood Central-HS)​

St. Louis, Mo

Hazelwood Central

University of Missouri KC- 

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J'zsa Berymon

Board Member

Kansas City, MO

(North Kansas City HS)​

Kansas City, Mo

North Kansas City HS

NWMSU- BA in Psychology/Sociology 

Avila University- MA in Psychology

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated

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Aiyla Parker

Board Member

St. Louis, MO

(Riverview Gardens HS)​

St. Louis, Mo

Riverview Gardens HS

University of Missouri KC- 

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Dr. Cameron

Caldwell-Conner

Board Member

St. Louis, MO

(HS)​

St. Louis, Mo

- HS

BA Mass Communication

MA in Higher Ed & Sports Info

PHD College Access & Career Readiness

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated

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Drevantae J. Dixon

Board Member

Kansas City, MO

(Lincoln College Prep- HS)​

Kansas City, Mo

Lincoln College Prep Academy

MCC Penn Valley- 

University of Missouri KC- BA in History

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.

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