Each week on “Jacksonville Buzz,” our hosts sit down with some of the brightest and most entertaining guests you can find on the First Coast to discuss what’s buzzing in the Bold City. Today, Adrienne talks with Dr. Nahshon Nicks from First Coast Leadership Foundation.
Nahshon Nicks is a community consultant and motivational speaker working with our inner city youth as a martial arts instructor, mentor, and guest speaker for Duval county Public Schools.
To learn more, visit http://www.nahshonnicks.com.
Short Company Description: Nahshon Nicks is a community consultant and motivational speaker working with our inner city youth as a martial arts instructor, mentor, and guest speaker for Duval county Public Schools. Dr. Nahshon Nicks is the new CEO of The First Coast Leadership Foundation. Nahshon previously served as the Program Director (CREDI) for the First Coast Leadership Foundation. In addition, Nahshon hosts Economic and Empowerment Job Fairs, Career Fairs, and Health Fairs in some of Jacksonville’s underserved communities, working with corporations to secure employment and resources for people of color. Nahshon graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Education from Edward Waters College in 2006 and has a Bachelor’s of Theology degree from Thomas Brown Bible College in association with Church of Christ Written In Heaven. Nahshon has since gone on to receive his Doctor of Divinity from Saint Thomas Christian University. He is currently serving as the Millinex-Z Pastor at Mount Sinai Baptist Church. Nahshon is currently on the Board of Directors for Jacksonville Area Legal Aid where he serves on the Strategic Planning and Community Initiatives committees and actively contributes to many community initiatives. Nahshon has a passion and purpose driven mission to ignite and strengthen the community. Nahshon will continue to be a guiding light of hope and be an integral part of creating sustainable solutions for all.
Give a brief description on what you would like to discuss on the show.: The Work Your Dream Job Fair – This event will not only offer employment opportunities but also job training, job placement and employment consulting.
What makes your company unique?: The job and career fair will include a variety of industries and employment opportunities.
What’s your favorite way to get involved in the community?: Nahshon frequently volunteers with youth organizations.
