About
Founded by Shawn Ellerbe and LeKelvis Leaf, G-LAB Legacies is a mentorship program designed to help young gentlemen create a path to success. Realizing that some young men do not have a father, grandfather, uncle, or even a family friend to serve as a role model to help guide them, our team of experts from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, are passionate about helping young men reach their goals. We provide personalized mentorship, guidance, and resources to help hone their skills and achieve their dreams. Our team of inspiring mentors is the backbone of G-LAB Legacies. With their help, we strive to create a supportive and empowering environment that will propel our young gentlemen toward success.
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Meet The Team
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Shawn Ellerbe
President and Co-Founder - Shawn is a graduate of Wilson High School and Winthrop University. He currently works as a Compliance Officer at Carolina Bank. Additionally, he serves as Basieleus of the Chi Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and a member of the Board of Directors of Florence Youth Basketball League.
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LeKelvis Leaf
Vice President - Co-Founder - LeKelevis is a graduate of West Florence High School, the University of SC and the University of Phoenix-Charlottee. He currently works as Lead IT Program/Portfolio Manager at Allstate. He is the Founder of the Leaf Foundation, a scholarship program for West Florence and Wilson High School graduates. He serves as the Director of Community Relations for the National Black MBA Association -Charlotte and is an active member of multiple non-profit organizations.
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Michael Valrie II
Executive Secretary - Michael is a graduate of Wilson High School and Tuskeegee University. He currently works as an Occupational Therapist at McLeod Hospital. He serves as musician and on the Finance Committee at Snow Hill Baptist Church and Keeper of Finance of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Chi Iota Chapter.
Marcus McElveen
Public Relations Executive - Marcus is a graduate of Wilson High School and served his country in the Army National Guard. He currently works as a Auto Mechanic Instructor for Florence School District One. He coaches Tee Ball and Youth Basketball at the YMCA.
Andrew Boatwright
Parental Liaison Executive - Andrew is a graduate of Wilson High School, Trident Technical College and The International Culinary Institute. He currently works as the Director of Dining Services at The Compass Group. He serves as a Member of Snowhill Lodge #387, Snowhill Chapter #312 Worthy Patron and L.E. Hyman #42.
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Nathaniel Thomas III
Membership Executive - Nathaniel is a graduate of West Florence High School and Morris College. He currently works as a faculty member at Savanna Grove Elementary School. He serves as Chairman of the Fundraiser Committee of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Board Member of Florence Youth League Recreation Department and Youth Basketball Coach.
Yvon McNeil-Goodman
Digital Marketing Lead Executive - Yvon is a graduate of Lake City High School, University of Phoenix-Arizona, and Capella University. She currently works as a Resolution Specialist for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and HR Director for Compassionate Care in Christ Home Healthcare Agency. She currently serves as a member of OES Jodan Chapel #237.
If you're always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be.
- Maya Angelou
Our Mission
G-LAB LEGACIES is a mentorship program developed to help young men from less than ideal backgrounds become leaders in their homes and communities. We strive to provide our mentees with the necessary tools to reach their goals, while teaching them the importance of guidance, leadership, accountability and balance.
Our mentors and staff are committed to helping each mentee reach their full potential and become a leader in their community. Through our program, we strive to give them the tools to succeed in the real world.
Our Vision
Our program provides young men with the skills and knowledge needed to become successful leaders. We provide mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities to help our members reach their potential.
Our program is based on the idea of creating a legacy of leadership that will continue to have an impact on future generations. We do this by encouraging our members to come back and become mentors themselves, giving back to the next generation of leaders. Through this cycle, we create a powerful network of leaders ready to tackle the issues in our communities.