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

  • Penny M. Williams

    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

  • James Wagner, Jr.

    STATE FARM AGENT

  • Michael Winsberg, Esq.

    ATTORNEY

  • Tracey Carney

    CPA / SPORTS AGENT

  • Harry Doughty, Sr.

    MSW, Retired Professor-SUNO School of Social Work

  • Lisa Camper

    ENTREPRENEUR

2025-26 Advisory Board

  • Khai Harley

    Senior VP, New Orleans Saints

  • Martin Fischman, Esq.

    Klutch Group

  • Christy Verges Peachy

    Real Estate Developer

  • Van Gallinghouse

    G-Force CMO

  • Linda Friedman

    Philanthropist

  • Dr. Cathy Lazarus

    LSU Medical School-Tulane Medical School

Young Leaders Advisory Board

  • Melody Logan

    PARENT LIASON

  • Mikayla Bates

    Financial Advisor/Entrepreneur

  • Victoria Barnes, RN

    Excite Alumnus, Coach, Mentor

  • Ebony Edwards

    Sr. Mgr- Amazon- Excite Alumnus, Coach, Director, Mentor

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