FOUNDER
Coach D
Dominise Duliepre is passionate about empowering youth and believes every scholar deserves access to college, career, and travel opportunities. She is an educator with five years of experience in the school system and holds a bachelor’s degree from Johnson & Wales University and a master’s degree from North Carolina A&T State University. Through The Essence Ambassadors, Dominise is committed to helping students reach their full potential.

Coach JP

James Pinnock is a dedicated social worker passionate about making a meaningful impact in people’s lives. He hold’s a bachelors degree in Broadcasting Journalism from Seton Hall University and a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University. His diverse background and genuine commitment to others allows him to connect authentically and inspire positive change.

“You only are free when you realize you belong no place but belong every place.” -Alan Watts

Coach Dauphin

Richard Dauphin is a dedicated community organizer, youth developer, and public speaker committed to empowering the next generation. With a passion for mentorship, leadership development, and faith-centered guidance, he is driven by service, education, and advocacy, with the goal of creating safe spaces where young people can grow, lead, and thrive.

Coach Boston

Rolyce Boston is an educator, mentor, and coach dedicated to equipping youth with the tools they need to navigate the realities of the world. Committed to honesty, growth, and accountability, He believes that providing real guidance is essential to preparing scholars for real-life challenges and success.

Junior Coach Aniyah

Aniyah Bobb is a senior Early Childhood Education major at North Carolina Central University. She is deeply committed to supporting the growth and development of young children, a passion she actively applies through her work as a YMCA counselor for preschool children.

Beyond her academic and professional work in education, Aniyah is also an entrepreneur. She owns and operates her own nail technician business, where she has developed strong skills in customer service, time management, and business operations. With a long term goal of opening her own nail school, she aims to merge her entrepreneurial ambitions with her love for teaching by educating and mentoring future nail technicians.