Our Team
Our Co-Founders
Mrs. Penny Marquez-Williams
Co-Founder and COO
Mr. Gerald Williams
Co-Founder and CEO
At Excite All Stars, Penny Marquez-Williams, MNPA and Gerald M. Williams lead with a relentless passion for shaping the futures of our youth and strengthening the communities we serve. Their vision goes beyond programs—it's about creating opportunities that inspire, empower, and transform. Every initiative reflects their deep belief that the potential of our children is limitless, and investing in their growth today builds the leaders of tomorrow. Committing to making a lasting impact, they drive a movement that ensures our youth have the tools, support, and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Meet the Team!
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Gerald M. Williams
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
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Penny M. Williams, MNPA
CO-FOUNDER & COO
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L.G. Williams II
DIRECTOR OF ARTS PROGRAM
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Marquez Williams
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
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Kat Yount
Mission Control Captain
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Coach Olusa
Director-Tennis Instruction
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Derrick Strong
Program Coordinator/Summer Team
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Darionne Woods
Program Coordinator/Summer Team
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Anne Arceneaux
PM-STEM & LITERACY PROGRAMS
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Micah Pierce
EAS AMBASSADOR
Executive Board
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James Wagner, Jr.
STATE FARM AGENT
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Michael Winsberg, Esq.
ATTORNEY
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Tracey Carney
CPA / SPORTS AGENT
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Harry Doughty, Sr.
MSW, Retired Professor-SUNO School of Social Work
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Lisa Camper
ENTREPRENEUR
2025-26 Advisory Board
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Khai Harley
Senior VP, New Orleans Saints
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Martin Fischman, Esq.
Klutch Group
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Christy Verges Peachy
Real Estate Developer
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Van Gallinghouse
G-Force CMO
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Linda Friedman
Philanthropist
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Dr. Cathy Lazarus
LSU Medical School-Tulane Medical School
Young Leaders Advisory Board
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Melody Logan
PARENT LIASON
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Mikayla Bates
Financial Advisor/Entrepreneur
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Victoria Barnes, RN
Excite Alumnus, Coach, Mentor
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Ebony Edwards
Sr. Mgr- Amazon- Excite Alumnus, Coach, Director, Mentor