MEET OUR TEAM
Bishop Geoffrey V. Dudley, Sr., PhD, D.Min.
Bishop Geoffrey V. Dudley, Sr., PhD, D.Min. is from Goldsboro, NC and is the youngest of 11 children from the union of the late Bishop Leamon Dudley, Sr. & the late Mrs. Ida Dorothy Dudley. He gave his life to Christ when he was 12 and began ministry at the early age of 13. He grew up in the United Holy Church of America, Inc. He was ordained by the UHC in 1986. In order to serve as a chaplain in the United States Air Force, he changed denominations and became an ordained Elder in the Church of God in Christ in 1989. He is a retired Air Force Chaplain, Lieutenant Colonel, and in his 21 ½ years of service he has lived and ministered in many states and several countries. He diligently pursued formal education to prepare for a lifetime of ministry.
1981 – Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Drama & Speech, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
1991 – Master of Divinity, School of Theology, Virginia Union University
1992 – Master of Human Relations, University of Oklahoma
1997 – Post Master Education Specialist, University of Memphis
2000 – Doctor of Ministry, Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology, Virginia Union University
2019 – PhD in Organizational Leadership, Regents University
Vivian Moore, MBA
Vivian Moore, MBA is passionate about advancing the community. She has a personal mission statement to love people and advance their living. She has served non-profits for the past 20 years in the St. Louis and the Metro East.
She currently serves in the role Executive Director of New Life CDC as well as Operations and Finance at New Life in Christ Church, it brings together her education in Accounting and Business Administration from Missouri Baptist University and post graduate education, continued in Master of Business Administration from Fontbonne University and certificate in Non-Profit Management from Washington University. She also received notable training as a graduate of the CORO Women in Leadership Program St. Louis. She counts it an honor to change lives in her lifetime by serving many church leaders, ministries, community, and civic organizations.
Deborah Syano
I grew up in O’Fallon, after graduating from OTHS in ‘94 spent several years hiking throughout the country. I volunteered in Kenya teaching children who had never before had the opportunity to be in a classroom. Due to this eye and heart opening experience, I was compelled to return and build a public library for the community I served in. After returning to the US I got married and am now working as an L&D nurse in Shiloh. My desire is to always grow in faith and kindness. Having multiple generations of my family grow up in O’Fallon, I recognize the important need for housing opportunities for older adults, it is important to support endeavors that impact others in a positive way.
Lecia Rives
Lecia J. Rives, Esq. is a prolific speaker, writer and comedienne who captivate audiences across the globe. She received her B.S. from Tennessee State University and her J.D. from Howard University School of Law and she is licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois. Lecia is the Founder and CEO of Speak uP! Enterprise, a motivational speaking, publishing and training company based in Illinois. She is the author of Get Up and Be Somebody® and Campus Superstars, a former adjunct professor of public speaking at Washington University, and she works with budding entrepreneurs as a facilitator for Urban League Women’s Business Center. Lecia is a former contributing writer for In Magazine and former feature writer for Heart & Soul Online. She’s also the voice of the Get Up and Be Somebody® Motivational Moment on iHeart Radio which airs in St. Louis, MO and various social and media platforms. Prior to striking out on her own, she worked in the not-for-profit sector and served as the executive director of the Jackie JoynerKersee Foundation. As an entertainer, Lecia is the creator and host of Laugh Out Loud St. Louis, an award- winning clean television comedy show produced by her company LJR Entertainment, LLC which also produced the documentary, The Color of Healing and her one-woman show, Dreamin Outta My Mind which she wrote and performs across the country. Lecia serves on various boards and committees, and she lives with her husband in Shiloh, IL.
Vic Hayes
Vic Hayes is a seasoned executive advisor with over 38 years of dedicated service in the U.S. Air Force, specializing in Services and Personnel management. He is also the Founder and Executive Director of StrongBeginnings NFP, Inc., a nonprofit organization committed to
supporting community initiatives. Most recently, Vic served as the Executive Advisor for Services to Air Mobility Command (AMC) at Scott Air Force Base, where he provided strategic guidance on policy and operations across 10 bases. His extensive experience includes managing military affiliations with large non-governmental (NGOs) organizations such as Boys
& Girls Club of America and USO. In addition, overseeing project management, financial analysis, and driving operational efficiencies.
Throughout his career, he has held pivotal roles, including Director of the 66th Force Support Squadron at Hanscom AFB and Deputy Commander of the 380th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron in the UAE. His leadership has been instrumental in enhancing the quality of life for
military personnel and their families, whether through improving recreational facilities, managing complex budgets, or developing long-term strategic plans.
Vic is recognized for his ability to translate senior leadership’s vision into actionable plans, ensuring success. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Air Force Exemplary Civilian Service Award and recognition as USAFE’s Senior Civilian Manager of the
Year. With broad international experience, including assignments in Germany, Japan, Turkey, and Korea, Vic Hayes continues to be a vital asset to communities across the globe. Vic and his wife, Francine have been married for 43 years and reside in Belleville, Illinois.