Creative professionals, educators, operators, and community leaders building LTBB together.
Co-Founder / Executive Director
Russell is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Let The Beat Build, bringing more than two decades of experience in music production, business development, youth mentorship, and organizational strategy. He leads LTBB's vision and team to use creativity, technology, wellness, and career-connected learning to help young people build confidence, develop future-ready skills, and create new opportunities.
Co-Founder / Creative Strategy Executive
Brian is a Co-Founder and creative leader at Let The Beat Build with experience in music production, artist development, studio management, youth programming, and live events. He helps shape LTBB's creative experiences by combining industry knowledge, mentorship, and culture to make music technology accessible and meaningful for young people.
Chief Operations Officer
Ke'ren is an executive leader and Master Life Coach whose background spans healthcare operations, compliance, revenue strategy, team development, and personal wellness. At Let The Beat Build, she supports the integration of wellness, mentorship, and sustainable operations, helping ensure young people are supported creatively, emotionally, and personally.
Creative Operations Director / Senior Music Specialist
Lead Educator / Early Music & Production
Executive Admin
Creative Lead / Senior Music Specialist
Director
Media and Creative Engineer
Our Board of Directors reflects interdisciplinary expertise across education, mental health, technology, finance, and the arts, ensuring responsible governance, sustainability, and culturally grounded decision-making. The board meets quarterly to review financial performance, evaluate program outcomes, and advance partnerships that expand access to creative technology and workforce opportunities for under-resourced youth.
Vice Chair / Treasurer
Senior Vice President, Frost Bank
Banking executive with two decades of experience in commercial lending and community development finance. Provides fiscal oversight, budget strategy, and fund stewardship.
Secretary
Administrative Specialist, Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Center
Nonprofit administrator focused on equity, civic engagement, and youth leadership. Supports governance documentation, compliance, and community partnerships.
Director (Technology & Artificial Intelligence)
CIO, Novatar AI
AI technologist focused on applied innovation in education. Supports the development of LTBB's AI-driven learning platforms and Studio Playground technology, leveraging his expertise to integrate scalable software systems, machine learning models, and creative tech tools that enhance user experience and program efficiency.
Director (Music & Culture)
Owner & CEO, Vanguard International Music Group
Veteran grammy award winning music producer, educator, and entrepreneur. Guides program relevance, cultural authenticity, and music-industry partnerships across LTBB's creative education initiatives.
Director (Technology)
CTO & Co-Founder, OpenEyes Technologies Inc.
Technology executive specializing in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and data management. Advises LTBB on digital systems, platform scalability, and cyber-readiness.
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