COMMUNITY OUTREACH SPEAKERS
Who We Are
MATTHEW JONES
Founder
You can learn about Matthew on the Founder page. During the speaking engagements Matthew (M.J.) role is the facilitator during that time period.
You can contact Matthew (M.J.) directly with the information provided below and the contact page.
DAMIAN GOODWIN
OUTREACH SPEAKER
Damian A Goodwin born in Springfield Missouri. Born May 6 1975 As a native Missourian being raised a outdoorsman sports enthusiast and a Love of hip hop culture!
I enjoy fishing, hunting, football and baseball but my love for hip hop and being a rapper fueled me with passion and sense of adventure and lots of versatile culture. Through my journey, some great memories and experiences that was challenging. Those experiences taught me to rise up and push more. They sculpted me into the man I am today. With my life experiences, I can share with the youth and community that there is a beautiful world. We as fellow brothers and sisters can inspire each other in a positive spirit. We can show each other more love more empathy and compassion for all. In our walks in this life we can help one another to see we have all had our troubles but there is redemption for all us.
CHRIS WALLACE
OUTREACH SPEAKER
Christopher Wallace, son of Sharron and Robert, with an older brother Dre that looks upon me in heaven. Im 47 years old from Springfield, MO. Attended Parkview High-school. Former music producer, security/bartender of downtown Springfield.
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Currently working for Southwest Audio-Visual. Music is a passion of mine and a lifestyle. I would like to use my platform for outreach and education to help the young minds of our community and abroad thrive to become whatever they potentially can be. Willing to share my story to uplift, inspire growth and positivity.
RYNELL MARTIN
OUTREACH SPEAKER
Rynell grew up surrounded by a culture rich in music, food, and tradition—but also by the challenges that many young men in tough neighborhoods face. Like many others, he became involved in street life at a young age, a path that eventually led to serious consequences, including time spent incarcerated.
For some, those experiences would become a permanent label. For Rynell, they became the foundation for transformation.
During some of the hardest moments of his life, he made a decision: his past would not determine his future. Rebuilding meant accepting responsibility, learning from mistakes, and committing to a new direction. It meant long hours, discipline, and the courage to start over when the odds were not in his favor.
Through determination and perseverance, Rynell rebuilt his life step by step. He worked hard to establish himself and eventually became a small business owner, creating a security company that reflects the values he learned through struggle—awareness, protection, responsibility, and leadership.
Today, Rynell Martin’s journey stands as a reminder that no matter how far someone may fall, it is always possible to rise again. His life shows that rebuilding is not just about leaving the past behind—it’s about using those experiences to become stronger, wiser, and more determined to create a better future.
