Sterling A. Wilder, Ed.D. – Executive Director

Dr. Sterling A. Wilder was selected as Jubilee’s Executive Director in 1998. He serves as a mentor and role model to Jubilee’s students and parents. He received a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Virginia State University, a Master in Education from Lynchburg College, a Doctorate in Education from the University of Lynchburg, and completed additional study at Harvard University’s School of Business, the University of Virginia’s Management Development Program at Darden School of Business, and Morehouse College’s Leadership Center. He is widely recognized as an outstanding citizen and mentor to underprivileged youth and families, and manages substantial volunteer, in-kind, and financial resources on behalf of Jubilee. In 2012, Mr. Wilder was featured in Lynchburg College Magazine’s Alumni News section for his accomplishments and for being featured on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) in recognition of his selection as an “Every Day Hero” by Dollar General. The Dollar General “Every Day Hero” campaign focuses on people who have changed the lives of others by going to great lengths to better their community. In 2016, Mr. Wilder was elected to Lynchburg City Council.

Email: swilder@jubileefamily.org

 

Antonio M. Davis, Sr., MA – Program Director

Antonio M. Davis, Sr. is a graduate of Liberty University and holds an M.A. in Human Services. He received his B.F.A. in Design from Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia, and did Doctoral work in Forensic Mental Health at Walden University.  He holds memberships in the ACA, Gamma Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi fraternity, is a past member of the Social Services Advisory Board for the City of Lynchburg, and a former CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer.  He was previously affiliated with Blue Ridge Counseling Group, LLC as a Domestic Violence Group Facilitator; Centra Health Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; and the Madeline Center as a Day Treatment Counselor, Mental Health Support Counselor, Intensive In-Home Counselor, and Site Coordinator.  He received the Day Treatment Counselor of the Year Award in 2012.

Email: adavis@jubileefamily.org

Eddis Payne – Assistant Program Director

Eddis Tucker Payne is a graduate of American National University with an Associate Degree in Business Administration and a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science in Christian Counseling. Payne was recently accepted into the Master’s Program of Human Services at Liberty University. She has volunteered with the American Red Cross and Gleaning for the World, and served as a deacon at Calvary Baptist Church for three years. She previously worked in two financial institutions for a total of 32 years.

Email: epayne@jubileefamily.org

 

Hannah Tillotson – STEM Coordinator

Hannah Tillotson is a graduate of Lynchburg College (now the University of Lynchburg) with a B.S. in Environmental Science. She also has an A.A.S. in Science from Central Virginia Community College. Hannah has extensive experience working with and educating youth. She has been involved with 4-H since she was eligible for enrollment, and spent many years teaching classes at 4-H camp. Hannah previously partnered with Jubilee in her position as Lynchburg’s 4-H Program Technician, under Virginia Cooperative Extension. Before joining Jubilee, she worked at the local Soil and Water Conservation District as their Conservation Educator, which covered Appomattox, Amherst, Campbell, and the City of Lynchburg.

Email: htillotson@jubileefamily.org

 

Brittney Napolitano, MA – Life Coach

Brittney Napolitano is a graduate of  Queens University of Charlotte with a B.S. in Biochemistry and B.A. in International Studies and Liberty University with a Master’s in Education. She began her journey in education and coaching, teaching Spanish in K-12 public school settings from introductory to dual-enrollment/AP levels for over a decade throughout the East Coast. While completing her Master’s Degree, Brittney joined her regional team as a part-time GED instructor.  Throughout her Adult Education career, she has developed a wealth of experience with building career pathways, foundational and employability skills, digital literacy, and high school equivalency courses. As a Lynchburg native and graduate of Lynchburg City Schools, she looks forward to serving in the community!

Email: lifecoach@jubileefamily.org

Board of Directors

David Royer – President

Turner Lee – Vice President

Marci Gale, MS – Treasurer

Karen Bell – Secretary

Karen Simonton, Immediate Past President

Frances Breakfield

Jess Ford

Cheryl Giggetts

Tance Laughon

Cheryl Lindeman, Ed.D.

Phyllistine Mosley

Quincy Scott

Lisa Singleton

Kevin Smith

Kimberly Smith

Crystal Strange, DHA, LPC

Phyllis Webb

Michelle Wood