Shamar Herron, from Michigan Works! talked at the RCAAN Luncheon today.
Shamar described, since he was born in Detroit, he learned at a very young age that he had many options in his life. He could let his unfavorable surroundings dictate his future, or he could forge his own path. Shamar chose the latter and began working hard towards his success.
He played college Basketball and reached The Final Four in 1999 for The Ohio State Buckeye's.
Shamar is currently, Deputy Director of Michigan Works! Southeast, he leads teams that focus on helping people craft and achieve their goals toward a career and connecting talent to business needs.
Shamar's, background is in economic development, mentoring, and data analysis allows him to play in a variety of arenas.
Shamar, is on multiple boards from Youth development to Prisoner reentry.
