Communications & Marketing
Internal & external communications · Branding, campaigns & promotions · Social media, website & digital content
One Mission · One Team · One Detroit
Executive Leadership Team
A deep bench of directors leading programs across athletics, education, wellness, and community — all pulling in the same direction for Detroit's young people.
Our Directors
The Team Behind The Mission
Eugene Lewis
Executive Director
Leading Detroit Sports Zone's mission to empower youth and families through education, athletics, leadership, wellness, and community engagement — building stronger individuals and a stronger Detroit.
Nicole Marsh
Creative Development, Community Spaces & Arts Education
Creative initiatives integrating arts, education & community engagement · Public art, beautification & youth-led creative projects · Arts education programs, workshops & exhibitions
Donna Space & Arnold Boyd
Transportation — Co-Directors
All transportation operations for programs & events · Safe, reliable, timely rides for youth & seniors · Routes, drivers & vehicles
Brenda Carethers
Overtime Education (OTE)
Night school initiative lead · Academic support, tutoring & credit recovery · Teachers, tutors, mentors & volunteers
Ellis Ledo
Financial Literacy
Ledeo Wealth Management · Financial literacy education for youth & families · College planning, FAFSA & scholarship workshops
Kimberly Terry
Mental Health
Mental health & emotional wellness initiatives · Stress management, resilience & healthy coping workshops · Partnerships with counselors & mental health organizations
Tiffany Eason & Chevelle Moore
Girls Basketball — Co-Directors
All girls basketball programs & teams · Recruiting, training & supporting coaches and volunteers · Player pathways from youth to elite levels
Virginia Saleem
Parent Engagement
Primary liaison to parents & guardians · Parent workshops, orientations & meetings · Consistent communication with families
Dr. Shinese Johnson
Community Outreach & Collaboration
Partnerships with schools, nonprofits & community organizations · Ambassador for DSZ's mission · Connecting programs with resources & volunteers
Jeffrey Glover
Grant Compliance & Performance
Compliance with grant requirements & guidelines · Program performance & measurable outcomes · Grant accountability reporting
Raphael Washington
Student Government & Civic Engagement
Student government programs · Civic education, voter awareness & leadership · Student elections, conferences & mock government
Janelle D. Thomas
Career Pathing & Workforce Development
Workforce readiness & career exploration · Partnerships with businesses, trade schools & employers · Internships, apprenticeships & job placement
Omar Mitchell
Culinary Arts
Culinary arts programs · Hands-on training & workshops · Healthy eating & life skills
Brodrick Ruffin
Football Operations
All football operations & programs · Recruiting & supporting coaches and volunteers · Player pathways & team success
Peggy Thomas
Homeschool Education & Family Learning Services
Support for homeschool families & learning programs · Resources, workshops & guidance · Academic success & family engagement
Now Recruiting
Two Director Seats Open
Programs & Events
Year-round programs & events · Summer camp, clinics & tournaments · High-quality participant experiences
Two Director Seats Open.
Passionate about marketing or event programming? Detroit's youth need your talent.