SAVE THE DATE: ABM Great Community Exchange — June 13, 2026
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Leadership & Governance

Board of
Directors

Extraordinary leaders — drawn from the World Health Organization, NATO Headquarters, the United Nations, Fortune 500 boardrooms, and the front lines of community transformation. This is Kingdom governance at its highest level.

11
Board & Team Members
100+
Combined Years Experience
3
Continents Represented
10+
Sectors of Expertise
World Health Organization·NATO Headquarters·United Nations·New York University·Advance Auto Parts·Ministry of Finance·Global Academy of Finance
Tony Fortune Barnes
Founder & Executive Director
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Tony Fortune
Barnes

Visionary Founder · Kingdom Legacy Builder

“I didn't just find a mission — I answered a call.”

After a life-changing surrender to faith, Tony founded Another Blessed Ministry to restore dignity to the underserved. Leveraging his personal testimony as a training ground, he leads ABM's vision for youth mentorship, animal welfare, and the acquisition of a permanent community resource facility — building a Kingdom legacy that will outlast every generation.

501(c)(3)
Federal Status
2024
Founded
500+
Families Served
The Full Board

Directors of ABM

Each director brings world-class credentials to a local mission. Hover or tap any card to read their full bio.

Natika Francis

Director of Accounting & Treasury

Natika Francis is a purpose-driven leader committed to service, advocacy, and community impact. Her work is rooted in compassion, integrity, and lived experience, with a focus on empowering others to create meaningful, lasting change. As Treasurer, she stands firmly for honesty, accountability, and self-respect, ensuring 100% fiscal integrity and transparency for Another Blessed Ministry.

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100% Fiscal Integrity · Donor AccountabilityTap for bio

Natika Francis

Director of Accounting & Treasury

Jason Burks

Director of Operations & Fundraising

Jason is a results-driven Event and Business Development Executive with over 15 years of experience driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships. Recognized with multiple WEBN Television Broadcasting Awards and featured on national platforms like Money Matters with Adam Torres, Jason brings elite-level expertise to ABM's fundraising and large-scale community initiatives.

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15+ Years · WEBN Award Winner · National MediaTap for bio

Jason Burks

Director of Operations & Fundraising

John Seely

Investment & Strategy Director

John Seely serves as the Investment and Strategy Director for Another Blessed Ministry, bringing a wealth of knowledge in long-term planning and organizational growth. His focus is on ensuring that ABM's resources are strategically managed to support the ministry's expansion, from facility acquisition to sustainable community programs. John's leadership is key to the ministry's commitment to fiscal excellence and future-focused impact.

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Long-Term Capital Strategy · Facility AcquisitionTap for bio

John Seely

Investment & Strategy Director

Uzoma Chibuzo

Lead Director, Life Coaching Program

As a Lead Director for Another Blessed Ministry's Life Coaching Program, Uzoma drives the mission forward through strategic outreach and administrative leadership. Focused on faith-driven impact, Uzoma ensures that our coaching initiatives connect deeply with the community to bring hope and measurable transformation to those in need.

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Faith-Driven Outreach · Program LeadershipTap for bio

Uzoma Chibuzo

Lead Director, Life Coaching Program

Richard Fairchild

Director of Life Coaching Programs

Richard brings over 30 years of experience in ministry and organizational development, including 8 years at NATO Headquarters. A specialist in establishing bylaws, technology systems, and facilities, Richard ensures ABM operates with institutional excellence. He is also the founder of Poppy's Workshop, a charity providing handmade toys to children in need.

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30+ Years Ministry · 8 Years NATO HQTap for bio

Richard Fairchild

Director of Life Coaching Programs

Starlene (Star) Pittman

Director of Spiritual Care & Engagement

Starlene Pittman, affectionately known as "Star," serves as the spiritual heartbeat of Another Blessed Ministry. In her role as Director of Spiritual Care, she is dedicated to the spiritual uplifting of every board member and volunteer. Star ensures that our team remains anchored in faith and purpose, providing the encouragement and prayerful support necessary to sustain our mission.

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Spiritual Anchor · Faith & Purpose GuardianTap for bio

Starlene (Star) Pittman

Director of Spiritual Care & Engagement

Phil Akin

Director of Grants & Research Writing

Phil Akin is a powerhouse executive with 40 years of experience in business development and marketing, formerly serving as a Director for Advance Auto Parts during its growth into a $2B+ enterprise. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Clean Laundry, Phil brings elite-level strategic oversight to ABM. In his role as Director of Grants & Research, he leverages his deep expertise in franchising and corporate scaling to secure the institutional funding necessary to build ABM's permanent community facility.

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40 Years Business · Advance Auto Parts · $2B+ LegacyTap for bio

Phil Akin

Director of Grants & Research Writing

Nwosu Ukamaka Mary

Chief Strategic Developer

Passionate about empowering communities and building meaningful partnerships that drive impact. As Chief Strategic Developer at Another Blessed Ministry, her focus is on identifying sponsors, partners, and resources to support initiatives like the Hope Hub and the Great Community Exchange. She is committed to transforming "scars into stars" by helping ABM expand its reach and strengthen its service to those most in need.

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Global Partnerships · Hope Hub Development LeadTap for bio

Nwosu Ukamaka Mary

Chief Strategic Developer

Eromosele Gideon Augustine

Assistant, Grants & Research Writing

Eromosele Gideon Augustine is a professional sales and email copywriter, content strategist, and communications specialist passionate about using storytelling and strategic communication to create impact. With experience in business communication and community-focused initiatives, he is committed to supporting organizations that empower people and drive meaningful change. As part of the leadership and administrative team at Another Blessed Ministry, he contributes through strategic communication, creativity, and service-oriented leadership.

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Copywriter · Content Strategist · Communications SpecialistTap for bio

Eromosele Gideon Augustine

Assistant, Grants & Research Writing

Tonny Okotchono

Senior Compliance Professional & Director of Treasury

Tonny Okotchono is an accomplished expert with 18 years of experience in governance, compliance, and risk management across international organizations and the financial sector. A Chartered Risk Analyst and Fellow of the Global Academy of Finance and Management, he has held key roles with the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations (UN-RSCE), and the Ministry of Finance. With an MBA in Finance and Accounting, Tonny specializes in strengthening internal controls, mitigating risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance, consistently driving accountability and operational excellence for global institutions and government bodies.

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WHO · United Nations · 18 Years · Chartered Risk AnalystTap for bio

Tonny Okotchono

Senior Compliance Professional & Director of Treasury

Accountability Standards

Institutional Governance

ABM operates under governance standards forged in the boardrooms of international institutions. Every dollar is tracked. Every decision is documented. Every donor is protected.

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IRS 501(c)(3) Verified

Federally recognized nonprofit. EIN: 99-1613504, effective February 28, 2024.

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Multi-Signature Authorization

All major financial decisions require three-signature authorization — no exceptions.

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100% Fiscal Integrity

Every restricted donor dollar reaches its intended destination. Zero diversion tolerance.

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International Oversight Caliber

Board expertise drawn from WHO, NATO, and UN — institutional-grade governance standards applied locally.

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Annual CPA Audits

Independent quarterly and annual financial reviews. Full digital audit trails maintained.

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Conflict of Interest Policy

Strict annual conflict-of-interest declarations. Whistleblower protections fully in place.

Another Blessed Ministry · IRS 501(c)(3) · EIN 99-1613504

Governed by Faith.
Built for Legacy.

Behind every life restored and every family served stands a board that holds the mission accountable. This is what it looks like when excellence and compassion lead together.