Oakland, CA Lead

Dr. Barry Breaux Jr. is an Internal Medicine physician with an MD/MBA from Columbia University. He is a graduate of Harvard College, and brings over 13 years of experience spanning clinical medicine, including academic institutions, the health-tech industry, and leadership in a large multi-specialty hospital group.

Oakland, CA Lead

Max Gibson is a creative strategist and experiential producer. He is the founder of Wine & Bowties, and award-winning Curatorial Service and Art & Culture platform, with local roots and a global perspective.

Dallas, TX Lead

Jason Green is the best-selling co-author of Blended Learning in Action and President and Co-Founder of Yourway Learning. Jason has helped hundreds of schools and districts implement next-generation software for teaching and learning.

Dallas, TX Lead

D. R. Rockwell is the Founder and Managing Partner of Trinity Forest Partners, an independent Private Equity sponsor specializing in pediatric therapy, mental health, and substance use treatment platforms. He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master's from Georgia Tech, and a Bachelor's from MIT.

Washington, DC Lead

Yusuf T. Yusuf is a seasoned financial services leader with over a decade of experience advising cross-functional teams, C-suite executives, and corporate boards. With a strong background in legal, compliance, and business strategy, he has partnered across global institutions, including TIAA and Citigroup, to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Board Chair & Founder

Jarron Smith is a seasoned executive with a proven track record in leading high-performing teams, scaling businesses, and managing risk. Jarron is currently the COO of Marshfield Associates, a value investment advisor managing $8B in assets for institutions and private investors.

Jarron was inspired to create The Shepherds Foundation because it addresses a critical need for leaders at every level who are determined to reach the top of their industry while empowering others along the way.