Meet The Board

Extraordinary Team of Passionate Leaders, Educators and Activits.

Founder of New B.O.Y. Kareem Hines

Kareem Hines, Founder/CEO

Kareem Hines, originally from Harlem, New York, has consistently demonstrated a profound passion for youth development throughout his life. His journey began when he relocated at the age of 19 to our community, where he initially worked as a swim instructor and Youth Director for the YMCA. (Read More)

Board member Ike Igwe Onu

Ike Igwe-Onu, Advisor

Ike Igwe-Onu is an experienced corporate leader, business consultant, youth advocate, and political strategist. A transplant of Jacksonville, Florida, Ike ventured into the Midwest following his graduation from the University of North Florida with a degree in Political Science in 2013. (Read More)

Board member Chrystal Hines

Chrystal Hines, Advisor

Chrystal Hines, native of the inner city of Indianapolis, is a proud wife, mother, and daughter.  Hines is graduate from the University of Indianapolis where she majored in Education with a strong concentration in Science and Social Studies. (Read More)

Board Member Eric Steele

Eric Steele, Advisor

Eric Steele has over twenty-five years of experience supporting youth with emotional disabilities, developmental disorders, and behavioral challenges. (Read More)

Board member Veanda

Veanda Martin Simmons, Advisor

Veanda Martin Simmons is an urban planning leader with over two decades of experience working in the urban planning field on housing and community development initiatives in the non-profit, private, and government sectors. (Read More)

Board Member Dorothy

Dorothy A. Brady, Advisor

Dorothy A. Brady, also known as "G'Ma," brings a wealth of life experience and professional dedication to her role as a board member. As a proud mother of one son and two daughters, and a grandmother to 6 grandsons and 3 granddaughters, she understands the importance of family and community. (Read More)