MEET THE TEAM
ISHMAEL TARIKH
Ishmael is a published author, licensed attorney, community organizer, and a longstanding educator who has taught on every level of education. Ishmael is currently the sole proprietor of Tarikh Consulting Services, and the Chair of the Board of Directors of Fox Capital Investment Group, Inc. He is committed to the creation of intergenerational wealth.
AKILI HIGHT
Akili has more than 20 years of experience in Information Technology, primarily in the HealthTech vertical. He holds a BS in Business Administration and a Master's in Information Technology, as well as a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Akili has a proven track record as an entrepreneur, diplomat, negotiator, and servant-leader in both commercial and non-profit spaces.
GERALD OSSEY
Gerald Ossey is a Long Term Care Account Manager for one of the five Largest Generic Pharmacuetical Manufacturers in the world. He is also a proud husband and father.
GERALD FREENY
In addition to many years of service in the Tournament of Roses , Gerald’s community involvement has included; president of the San Gabriel chapter of NOBLE, the Pasadena Police Foundation Board, Pasadena Police Citizens Academy, University Club, Pasadena YMCA Board, Black Support Group at Cal State LA, Urban League Board of Governors, United Way Fundraising Committee, ToastMasters and the Pasadena NAACP.
PAUL A. AMOS, SR.
Paul is a retired California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation, Division of Adult Parole Operations Assistant Unit Supervisor/Parole Agent II Specialist with 28 years of public service. He's currently the CEO/Owner of PAA Consulting LLC dba SOMA Security Agency. Paul serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Fields Comprehensive Youth Services, Inc.
JAYSON JOHNSON
Firefighter/Paramedic LAFD.
There is an African proverb that states ''He who does not seize opportunity today, will be unable to seize tomorrow’s opportunity.” When the opportunity to be a part of FCIG presented itself, Jayson saw what other founders saw…a chance to invest, nurture and grow in our community with the vision to improve his family's financial future.
KARIM ZAMAN
President of The Zaman Group, Karim has been a successful business owner for over twenty four years & Home Guardian Angels for five years. The Zaman Group’s diverse business includes: Public
Communications, Wholesale Distribution and Airport Retail Concessions with Joint Venture Partner, The Hudson Group, the nation’s premier airport retailer.
LAWRENCE KILLENS II
Lawrence is a Los Angeles native. For more than a decade he's earned the designation of journeyman in the oil refinery industry. He is a devoted husband and father & an active member and volunteer at Antioch Church of Long Beach. Killens has a passion for fashion and helping the underprivileged. This motivated his founding of a non profit organization that aids young men in South Los Angeles to shop for suits and attire for graduation. A venture he plans to expand on a larger scale.
F. EUGENE DRIVER III
Retired after 37 years as a Supervising Appraiser at the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office He holds a Bachelor's Degree from CSUSLA in Finance/Accounting. He is currently the Head Coach and Founder of the Los Angeles Track Junkies youth track club and head coach of (SC)Trojan Masters Track Club seniors track club.
TODD CLAYTER
Todd was born Munich Germany, & raised in Waterloo, IA. He studied Political Science at UCLA and later obtained his Masters in Urban Economics & Public Policy from Cornell University. In addition to 30+ years as a successful real estate developer in the Bay Area, he is committed to a lifetime of philanthropic projects and community advocacy.
KEVIN G. HARBOUR, SR.
Kevin Harbour is the President of BizFed Institute and Executive Committee Chair of the Los Angeles/Orange County Regional Broadband Consortia. Kevin is a Past Polemarch of Upsilon Chapter (Winter ’77) and LBISB Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., as well as being a Past President and Board of Directors member UCLA Black Alumni Association.
JOHNNY CRUZ
Johnny Cruz is a founder and member of the Marketing Committee within Fox Capital Investment Group. He is an NBA , NFL & NCAA Certified Sports Agent, with over 20 years in nightlife and event planning.
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