ABOUT THE TEAM
Latoya Alston
Author/Founder
Latoya Alston is a graduate of East Carolina University. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, and Master of Arts in Sociology from ECU. She went on to obtain a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling-Marriage and Family from Liberty University and is currently working on her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at East Carolina. She is an Instructor, Author, Entrepreneur, Academic Advisor, and Director of Prevention Education.
She is a survivor of domestic violence and is passionate about helping men and women find their voice. She understands the importance of providing a space that is able to facilitate the healing of the whole person-spirit, mind, and body. Her educational background and life experiences have created an undying passion for encouraging and inspiring people to become their best selves. She has set out to become the person for other people that she needed in her younger years!
In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family. She is an auntie-mom of two amazing children- Mariah and Christian. She enjoys watching a good movie, is obsessed with Matlock, Diagnosis Murder, Walker, Texas Ranger, A Different World, 227, Amen, and a host of other "throwback shows", playing Mario Kart, and going to the arcade. A good beach and 75 degree weather is also something that makes her truly happy; however, if she could be any where in the world right now, she would choose to be right where she is- surrounded by the people that she loves.
Her life is what she calls, “imperfectly perfect.”
COO & Outreach Specialist
Jeremiah & Elizabeth Alston
Jeremiah Alston, brother of Founder Latoya Alston, is the Chief Operating Officer of Rising from the Shadows. He is in charge of the day-to-day activities of Rising from the Shadows from tracking merchandise to employee relations and outreach. His main job is to work alongside the Founder to ensure that the business runs efficiently and learn the ins and out of the brand with the goal to one day take over and continue his sister's legacy!
He is a lover of music, football, God, and family. He brings all of his communication and creative skills to the team and is bubbling over with ideas on how to propel this brand. Jeremiah is an intelligent, growing, individual who's potential is limitless. We look forward to cultivating the next billionaire!
Elizabeth Alston, wife of Jeremiah, is the Outreach Specialist for Rising from the Shadows. She is in charge of scheduling events, implementing and creating business growth strategies, and working in conjunction with Jeremiah to help with the day-to-day operations of the business. She is a visual and technical personality who creates an environment of structure and accountability for the team.
Jeremiah and Elizabeth are the parents of a beautiful daughter, Carolina, who is also the founder's niece (bonus). They are lovers of Jesus and are on the brink of making their mark in the world. In their free time, they love to travel, spend time with family, go to concerts and fairs, and of course- watch sports. We are excited to see how this couple helps to revolutionize Rising from the Shadows, LLC.
Shakura Woodland
Program and Outreach Coordinator
Shakura Woodland is the Program Coordinator for Rising from the Shadows, LLC. Shakura has a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and in the future she has hopes of using that degree to start a foundation for underrepresented/underserved children. Her passion in life is to help children find their path in life. It is because of Shakura's passion and heart that she is the perfect addition to our organization!
Woodland will be taking on a major role within the H.A.V.E.N. program for Rising from the Shadows and becoming not only an ambassador for prevention education, but a community outreach specialist who will serve with Rising from the Shadows to bridge gaps of inequity. She will help to create educational spaces and opportunities for young boys and girls in the community to empower them with the tools that they need to survive in today's society. She will be training under the Founder, Latoya Alston, closely to learn the brand and help to create brand messaging for the program.
In her free time, she likes to do arts and crafts! She is a creative mind that loves to learn (and teach) through the arts. We are so blessed to be able to have such a talented soul representing this organization in the community and are excited to help nurture the God-given talents that she possesses.
THE INTERNS
Ryleigh Gee
Social Media Intern
Ryleigh is a current Social Media Intern at Rising from the Shadows. She is a student at East Carolina University and is majoring in Sports Management with a minor in Business Administration. She has set her heart on working with the NBA or NFL in the future and is excited about what life has in store.
In her free time, she loves doing makeup and hair with her girl friends and walking her puppy. She is an advocate for the community and has a heart for servanthood. A fun fact about Ryleigh is that she has a country accent and talks with a twang! We are so excited to have her on the RFTS team!
Daniela Ramirez
Social Media Intern
Daniela is a current Intern for Rising from the Shadows, LLC and is focusing on many facets from advertising to social media. She currently attends East Carolina University and is pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Biology with a minor in Psychology.
She hopes to become a cardiothoracic surgeon in the future because she "wants to speak life into people physically and spiritually!" She is a spark of energy and ignites the flame where ever she goes. We are so excited to have her sweet, bubbly spirit on our team!
Alajah Rogers
Social Media Manager (Intern)
Alajah is a current Brand Ambassador and Social Media Intern for Rising from the Shadows, LLC. She attends East Carolina University and is pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration: Marketing.
Her goal in life is to create positive media messages to break stereotypes that exist regarding minority communities. In her free time she is a natural creative who enjoys taking pictures and working with kids and preteens. We are excited to have this creative mind on our team!
YOUR NAME
Brand Ambassador
We would love to have YOU as our brand ambassador! If you love social media, have a great influence/following, please be sure to contact Latoya Alston at Latoya@RisingFromTheShadows.net!
YOUR NAME
Social Media Intern
We would love to have YOU as our social media intern! If you love social media, have a great influence/following, please be sure to contact Latoya Alston at Latoya@RisingFromTheShadows.net!
YOUR NAME
Brand Ambassador
We would love to have YOU as our brand ambassador! If you love social media, have a great influence/following, please be sure to contact Latoya Alston at Latoya@RisingFromTheShadows.net!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Are you interested in volunteering with Rising from the Shadows, LLC? If so, please contact Latoya Alston at Latoya@RisingFromTheShadows.net. Please send us your resume and what you are interested in helping with.