Our Team

Edmond W. Davis

Edmond W. Davis has been a part of ALN since its inception, initially as the Advisory Council’s first chairperson and now as a Board of Director’s Member-at-Large.  Mr. Davis is a licensed educator with a twenty-five year career as an instructor and administrator at the secondary and collegiate levels. Edmond has taught at institutions such as the University of Phoenix and Pulaski Technical college.  At Arkansas Baptist College, he served as the Director of the Derek Olivier Research Institute.  He is the co-founder of the National HBCU Black Wall Street Career Fest, an initiative connecting students with career opportunities and community empowerment in Arkansas.

Mr. Davis is a well-known speaker, American historian, and author with a focus on history, violence prevention, and career development for youth and young adults.  He is the author of” Pioneering African-American Aviators” and the co-author of “Growth Mindset: Developing a Growth Mindset to Respond-Responsibly”. Edmond has presented at numerous conferences and events, motivating diverse audiences with his inspiring journey from childhood homelessness to academic and professional excellence.

Mr. Davis is an active leader in the community and at his church.  He and his family reside in Little Rock.