Ancestor Architects

Coach Ed and Dr. Dianna Carberry are remarkable ancestor architects with seeds of positive change sewn across the country and world. The Carberry's positively impact generations of leaders through sport and education. Coach Carberry is the Head Football Coach at Southwestern Community College in Chula Vista, CA with countless victories in the lives of the young men in his programs from high school to college. Dr. Dianna Carberry is a powerhouse champion for the transformative power of education. Affectionately known as "Dr. Di" and many other awesome nicknames, she and Ed compassionately serve people from all walks of life with empowerment and encouragement at their core. The Carberry's possess countless accolades and accomplishments throughout their magnificent careers in education. The Ancestor Architect Podcast is proud to share two of our favorite people on the planet with you. 

We hope you enjoy our conversation with The Carberry's. 

Mari Ross-Alexander, M.A., LPC-MHSP, is a licensed professional counselor treating individuals (age 13 and up), couples and families. Originally from Las Vegas, NV, Mari completed her undergraduate work at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ in 1997 and earned her Masters of Arts in Counseling from Argosy University in 2007. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN. Mari currently resides in Hendersonville, TN. Specialties While Mari provides treatment in many common areas including anxiety, depression, and grief, she has advanced training and/or experience in the treatment of the following: Bipolar and Borderline Personality Disorders Minority Mental Health Women's Issues Pre-Marital Counseling For more information: http://www.rossbg.com Twitter: @DrMari

Brittany L. Collins is Owner of Developing ME! Counseling, & Consulting, LLC. She is currently a 4th year Doctoral student in the Counselor Education and

Supervision program, with a Multicultural and Social Justice Cognate within the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology at the University of Cincinnati.

She serves as Mental Health Counselor to student-athletes within The University of Cincinnati’s Sports Medicine Department. She is Adjunct Faculty at the University of Dayton in the Counselor Education program. She is licensed to practice as a Professional Counselor in the state of Ohio as well as National Certified Counselor and received her Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed) in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. She completed a 2 year certificate in Supervisor/Management from NCState University as well as received her Master of Science (M.S.) in Coaching Education/Athletic Administration and her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sports Management from Ohio University where she also was awarded a full athletic scholarship and was a member of the women’s basketball team.

Her clinical experience includes in-school therapist, outpatient therapist, residential treatment and individual and team counseling for high school and collegiate student-athletes, youth, adolescents, adults and families. She is also trained in Motivational Interviewing and 7 Challenges, a comprehensive counseling program for young people that incorporates work on alcohol and other drug problems. Her research interests focus on the Student-Athlete population as it pertains to multicultural concerns and identity race-based stress, developmental trauma, and effects on well-being. In addition, depression and anxiety, transition, identity development, self- awareness, and career development. Brittany works from a holistic, strengths-based, solution focused, feminist perspective.

Brittany is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA), American College Counselors Association (ACCA), where she was also awarded the 2018-2019 ACCA Emerging Leader award, Co-chair of the American College Counselors Association (ACCA) Diversity and Inclusion (D/I) Committee, Association for Counselor Educators and Supervisors (ACES), Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD), Collegiate Clinical/Counseling Sport Psychology Association (CCSPA), Ohio Counseling Association

(OCA), Ohio College Counselors Association (OCCA), Miami Valley Counseling Association (MVCA), Chi Sigma Iota International Honor Society, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

For more information and contact with the impeccable Brittany Collins please visit:

www.developingmellc.com

Twitter: @BrittanyLColli3

IG: @Brittany.collins

Dr. Brandon W. Jones is the Associate Director for Student Learning and Development in Housing and Dining at the University of Texas at Austin. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design and Master’s Degree in Higher Education from Abilene Christian University. He also earned his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2015.

Brandon is very passionate about helping students realize their purpose and make the most of their college experience. He has experience participating in, and leading, peer educator programs (including academic coaching, supplemental instruction, and tutoring). His research interests include intercollegiate athletics, minority student achievement, and academic support programs. In his spare time, Brandon enjoys watching college football, playing video games, serving in the community, and reading. He and his wife, Melissa, have been married since 2011 and they have two children, Alissa and Brandon II.

Twitter: @drjonz84

IG: @drjonz84; B. Jones Speaks

www.bjonesspeaks.com

Jessica Hazard holds the title of Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development at Texas Christian University and she is much more than that. Our uncut conversation with Jessica was so amazing we split it into two parts to share her AWESOMENESS for more than one episode. Please get yourself in the most receptive position possible to share life with this amazing human being.

Jessica Hazard holds the title of Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development at Texas Christian University and she is much more than that. Our uncut conversation with Jessica was so amazing we split it into two parts to share her AWESOMENESS for more than one episode. Please get yourself in the most receptive position possible to share life with this amazing human being.  

We were honored to meet The Brett Bell while attending the Black Student Athlete Summit at the University of Texas at Austin in 2018. Ironically, Brett was on crutches from a college knee injury. Brett was gracious enough to share his time and story with two prying high school teachers from San Antonio during a networking social. We were thoroughly impressed then and are grateful for knowing that Brett Bell is a full time Longhorn. He is a breath of fresh air and soothing presence. During the 2019 season, we were pleasantly surprised outside of DKR Stadium to see one of our Brett Bell hustling to make an impact. He stopped for the photo we used for this episode. His official bio from UT is listed below, but our conversation with him will certainly shed light on just how awesome of a human being Brett Bell is:

Brett Bell joined the Longhorn Foundation in December 2019.

Prior to joining the Longhorn Foundation, Bell served Texas Development as a Leadership Annual Giving Fellow. He has also spent time working for Texas Christian University Athletics as a graduate assistant and the Big 12 Conference as a championships assistant.

Originally from Flower Mound, Texas, Bell earned his bachelor’s in sport management from the University of North Texas where he was a member of the men’s basketball team. He received a master’s degree in higher educational leadership and administration from TCU in 2019. In his free time, Bell enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, watching sports and staying active.

 Follow Brett on Twitter: @the_BBell 

Kyle Adams is a transformational servant leader, motivational speaker, coach, and consultant with expertise in higher education and athletic coaching. He has experience in student recruitment, advocacy, retention, counseling, programming, and development. With, over 2 decades of experience as a college basketball coach, Adams has strived to create inclusive environments that provide students with transformative experiences that are not only conducive to their social, emotional, and academic growth but also awaken their sense of commitment to social justice and community development.  In 2018, Adams created itsBIGGERthantheball, LLC, a leadership development company committed to providing consultation, organizational development, and resources to coaches, leaders, schools, and businesses to help them further their self and organizational awareness thus providing them the dexterity and aptitude requisite in providing transformative learning experiences for the next generation of leaders. His clients include the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Lincoln University, Kentucky State University, College of Charleston, and Scranton Preparatory School. Coach Adams is also the host of the highly regarded itsBIGGERthantheball podcast on the Apple Podcast platform. Adams serves as Associate Head Women's Basketball Coach at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Coach Adams holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Cheyney University and a Master of Education in Leadership from the University of Rio Grande. https://itsbiggerthantheball.com/