Meet Our Dedicated Team

As the Founder and CEO of the Darlene Johnson Foundation, TJ Myers oversees and spearheads the strategic direction and operational aspects of our organization. Her role is pivotal in guiding the foundation's mission, fostering partnerships, and driving impactful programs that aim to empower, uplift, and ensure that our initiatives align with our vision. She adds to her leadership her background in military service as a U.S. Army Veteran, continuing her deep commitment to serving and helping those in need.

Dusty Lane assumes the critical role of Director of Management and Quality Control at the Darlene Johnson Foundation, spearheading pivotal operational aspects. With meticulous attention to detail, Dusty ensures the implementation of robust quality control measures and the adoption of efficient management strategies. Since the foundation's inception, his steadfast leadership has been instrumental in upholding unparalleled standards, aligning every initiative with our unwavering commitment to serving communities with excellence.​

Tim Davis is the steadfast legal counsel for the Darlene Johnson Foundation, providing invaluable support and consultation. Leveraging his extensive expertise and academic background, Tim holds a Juris Doctor from the University of West Los Angeles and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. With a wealth of legal knowledge and a commitment to excellence, Tim contributes his seasoned counsel to our team, ensuring the foundation operates with clarity and compliance.

Dakota Michaels, Founder, Investor, Owner & CEO at DMI & Beautiful Mind Company, is a multifaceted business investor, entrepreneur, and visionary leader. His expertise extends beyond business investments into the domains of security and intelligence consulting, bringing over 30 years of experience to the table. In Investigation and Intelligence, his focus spans intellectual properties, businesses, and promising startups. Dakota's commitment to investing in ventures showcasing promise and innovation aligns seamlessly with our foundation's goals. His leadership, coupled with extensive experience in security and intelligence, bolsters our foundation's capacity to innovate, invest wisely, and leverage technology for significant impact."

JJ Stomp, serving as the esteemed business lead for an array of initiatives at the Darlene Johnson Foundation, brings forth a wealth of diverse expertise and rich experiences. His multifaceted responsibilities encapsulate far-reaching strategic initiatives, guiding the foundation's vision to forge impactful partnerships. With an unwavering dedication, JJ Stomp endeavors to shape and execute multifaceted programs that aligns with the foundation's overarching mission and future objectives. His strategic acumen and profound commitment propel the foundation towards innovative pathways, fostering collaborations and initiatives that embody the core values and aspirations of the organization.

As a Brand Partner for the Darlene Johnson Foundation, Riki Yvette Westmoreland, founder of "Riki's World Butterfly Theratainment," serves in assistance to help enhance the foundation's media presence and to offer consultation for outreach strategies for new initiatives that come. Through her LLC platform, Riki's World, she helps to strategically promote the foundation's programs and values, primarily focusing on online presence enhancement and event or PR promotion. Riki's World has also served in digital sponsorship to the foundation with courtesy of a new logo design and the Forgotten Faces poster. Under her brand, Riki has also contributed to the foundation as the designer and creator of the latest website version and main brochure as services provided by Riki's World. Riki provides periodic PR support by attending events and maximizing their media impact, playing an instrumental role in driving brand visibility and fostering community engagement in alignment with the foundation's mission of societal betterment.