BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. David Godbold
Founded the Hall of Fame with the help of Secretary of State Jim Miles. Jim Miles named Godbold as the State's first Entertainment & Music commissioner.
(picture left to right. Dr. Godbold, Andy Griffith & Earl Scruggs)
(picture left to right. Dr. Godbold, Andy Griffith & Earl Scruggs)
Justin Ray Williams
Executive Director
"I'm a creator in my soul, a director at heart, and a mind that never sleeps"
*Partner of Brookwill Entertains Events
*Founder of Crawl Records with Nashville Singer/Songwriter, Zack Turner. Zack Turner wrote songs for some of the top artists in Nashville such as I'm Over You - Keith Whitley, Watermelon Crawl - Tracy Byrd, High Tech Redneck - George Jones, Honky Tonk Christmas - Alan Jackson and many more...
*Founder/Operator of Powdersville LIVE, a local community blog with 4,500 Followers and over 20K hits a month.
*Partner/Former Operator of 11/12 Lounge Music Venue
Justin Ray Williams has created, directed and produced hundreds of live shows, events, and festivals over 20 years.
"I'm a creator in my soul, a director at heart, and a mind that never sleeps"
*Partner of Brookwill Entertains Events
*Founder of Crawl Records with Nashville Singer/Songwriter, Zack Turner. Zack Turner wrote songs for some of the top artists in Nashville such as I'm Over You - Keith Whitley, Watermelon Crawl - Tracy Byrd, High Tech Redneck - George Jones, Honky Tonk Christmas - Alan Jackson and many more...
*Founder/Operator of Powdersville LIVE, a local community blog with 4,500 Followers and over 20K hits a month.
*Partner/Former Operator of 11/12 Lounge Music Venue
Justin Ray Williams has created, directed and produced hundreds of live shows, events, and festivals over 20 years.
Kirk Wilson
Member
Kirk has extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, primarily in the mechanical, electrical and electronic arts. Over his career he has been responsible for over 90 issued US Patents most of which have multiple foreign equivalents.
An engineer at heart, Kirk often provides design guidance during early stage development of new technologies advising the design and research teams towards strong and supported patent claims. By considering the protection strategy in concert with early stage development the value of the Intellectual Property is significantly enhanced.
This unique synergistic approach maximizes the underlying value of the Intellectual Property estate and has led to many successful mergers and acquisitions wherein the client has achieved significant financial success.
Contact Kirk at kwilson@patentfsi.com.
Kirk has extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, primarily in the mechanical, electrical and electronic arts. Over his career he has been responsible for over 90 issued US Patents most of which have multiple foreign equivalents.
An engineer at heart, Kirk often provides design guidance during early stage development of new technologies advising the design and research teams towards strong and supported patent claims. By considering the protection strategy in concert with early stage development the value of the Intellectual Property is significantly enhanced.
This unique synergistic approach maximizes the underlying value of the Intellectual Property estate and has led to many successful mergers and acquisitions wherein the client has achieved significant financial success.
Contact Kirk at kwilson@patentfsi.com.
Ron Demonet
Member
Ron Demonet is founder and Managing Director of the non-profit organization, “Veteran Scholarships Forever” (VSF). Established in 2013, its mission is to set up scholarships at state technical colleges, which are awarded to U.S. Military Veterans and their spouses. The objective of this effort is to help Veterans and their families transition quickly and successfully to civilian life.
Prior to VSF, Ron has spent the majority of his working life in the manufacturing sector focused on factory automation in the automotive and appliance industries worldwide. Ron has been actively involved in such professional organizations as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, and Precision Metalforming Association. He has published numerous technical articles in publications dedicated to the field of manufacturing and automation.
Ron grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, and moved to Atlanta in 1966 to attend Georgia Tech. He was drafted into the Army in 1970 during the Vietnam War Era, and spent the next two years in the service at Fort Hood, Texas. Upon leaving the Army, he moved back to Atlanta in 1972 to complete his Bachelors of Civil Engineering at Georgia Tech. Over the years, he continued his education at the University of Michigan, Michigan State and Cornell University, with a focus on management.
Ron believes strongly in service to the community, and is the President of The Rotary Club of Greenville.
Ron Demonet is founder and Managing Director of the non-profit organization, “Veteran Scholarships Forever” (VSF). Established in 2013, its mission is to set up scholarships at state technical colleges, which are awarded to U.S. Military Veterans and their spouses. The objective of this effort is to help Veterans and their families transition quickly and successfully to civilian life.
Prior to VSF, Ron has spent the majority of his working life in the manufacturing sector focused on factory automation in the automotive and appliance industries worldwide. Ron has been actively involved in such professional organizations as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, and Precision Metalforming Association. He has published numerous technical articles in publications dedicated to the field of manufacturing and automation.
Ron grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, and moved to Atlanta in 1966 to attend Georgia Tech. He was drafted into the Army in 1970 during the Vietnam War Era, and spent the next two years in the service at Fort Hood, Texas. Upon leaving the Army, he moved back to Atlanta in 1972 to complete his Bachelors of Civil Engineering at Georgia Tech. Over the years, he continued his education at the University of Michigan, Michigan State and Cornell University, with a focus on management.
Ron believes strongly in service to the community, and is the President of The Rotary Club of Greenville.
Kevin Welch
Member
Born into the diversity and music of the 70's, Kevin has spanned the gambit of music styles and instruments.
His accomplishments include 3 solo Albums, and also the lead guitarist for the band "Sann Gann". Whether it's old or new, country, rock, or blues, his aim has always been the promotion and appreciation of great music. His talents span from writing, production, and performing.
He has made it clear, that this is merely the beginning of great things to come!
Born into the diversity and music of the 70's, Kevin has spanned the gambit of music styles and instruments.
His accomplishments include 3 solo Albums, and also the lead guitarist for the band "Sann Gann". Whether it's old or new, country, rock, or blues, his aim has always been the promotion and appreciation of great music. His talents span from writing, production, and performing.
He has made it clear, that this is merely the beginning of great things to come!
Dendy Brooks
Treasurer
Born and reared in Greenville SC, Dendy showed early leadership characteristics as a member of his High School Beta Club and chosen as one of the Who’s Who of American High School Seniors. Opting to begin family life rather than complete formal education, the “school of hard knocks” provided a basis for his financial mindset. A focused young man, and manager in the local restaurant scene, he began working toward his financial goals.
Purchasing, upgrading and selling real estate, Dendy achieved his personal goal of having his family mortgage and debt free in his early 30’s. In addition, he has several rental properties, and is a partner in a regional services business ranging from lawn care to entertainment promotions.
His ability to budget and manage money is invaluable in his career. Having struggled financially as a young adult, he made a conscious decision to no longer allow his circumstances to define him. Looking to mentors such as Warren Buffet and others who are self made, his knowledge and execution of business operation is self taught and highly effective.
Dendy, a husband and father of three, has always been personally, professionally and financially responsible. His goals are now set on educating his children and others in the area of finance to provide them with the knowledge and skill to avoid the pitfalls he endured early in life.
Born and reared in Greenville SC, Dendy showed early leadership characteristics as a member of his High School Beta Club and chosen as one of the Who’s Who of American High School Seniors. Opting to begin family life rather than complete formal education, the “school of hard knocks” provided a basis for his financial mindset. A focused young man, and manager in the local restaurant scene, he began working toward his financial goals.
Purchasing, upgrading and selling real estate, Dendy achieved his personal goal of having his family mortgage and debt free in his early 30’s. In addition, he has several rental properties, and is a partner in a regional services business ranging from lawn care to entertainment promotions.
His ability to budget and manage money is invaluable in his career. Having struggled financially as a young adult, he made a conscious decision to no longer allow his circumstances to define him. Looking to mentors such as Warren Buffet and others who are self made, his knowledge and execution of business operation is self taught and highly effective.
Dendy, a husband and father of three, has always been personally, professionally and financially responsible. His goals are now set on educating his children and others in the area of finance to provide them with the knowledge and skill to avoid the pitfalls he endured early in life.
Jerrod P. Williams, Esq. MBA
Member
Legal Adviser and Strategist
Jerrod is an Army combat Veteran serving in the U.S. Army as an Officer. During his Army tenure, he served during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2008 to 2009. He practices law in North Central Florida. He has experience in real estate, business law, and currently focuses on criminal defense. He loves giving back to his church and his community.
Activities & Affiliations
Legal Adviser and Strategist
Jerrod is an Army combat Veteran serving in the U.S. Army as an Officer. During his Army tenure, he served during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2008 to 2009. He practices law in North Central Florida. He has experience in real estate, business law, and currently focuses on criminal defense. He loves giving back to his church and his community.
Activities & Affiliations
- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
- Marion County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
- Forty & Eight Veterans’ Organization
- Golden Key International Honour Society
- Phi Delta Phi, Member
- Delta Mu Delta, Member
- Trinity Baptist Church, Member, Orchestra Member, Children’s Church Volunteer, Group Leader & Teacher - College & Career
- Admitted to Practice Law in all Florida State Courts and the Federal District Court for the Middle District of Florida