MEET OUR BOARD
Dr. Remy Godfrey is a career educator of over 18 years and now currently serves as the Superintendent of Buckholts ISD. She was born in Temple and raised in East Temple. Dr. Godfrey holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and Secondary Education, a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration, and a Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership, all from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Her passion is serving and educating youth by giving them relevant experiences that last a lifetime. Remy is passionate and blessed to be a part of the 411 House as it is growing in abundance to serve our community.
Brian has been in the Temple area since 2013 after moving from Waco. He grew up in Lorena and attended Baylor University where he received a degree in Finance and Masters in Business Administration. Brian has been married to his wife JoElla since 2007 and they have three kids, Avery, Will, and Olivia. Brian is currently the President of the Central Texas South Region for Extraco Banks, where he has worked since 2001. Brian joined the board because he believes that the 411 House plays a vital role in mentoring and preparing the next generation of youth in Temple so that they can be a positive impact on our community in the future.
Kim moved to the Temple/Belton area in 2007 from Dallas, where she was born and raised. She has been married to Jeff since 2005, and they have two children, Grace and Tucker. She attended Texas A&M University and then Dallas Theological Seminary where she earned her Master’s in Biblical Counseling. She spent most of her working years in nonprofit and social service fields such as Child Protective Services, United Way, Young Life, and Ralph Wilson Youth Club. She and her husband spent 6 years in the East Temple community getting to know kids and families. In 2017 they started Bridge East Temple and The 411 House to support this community that they love.
Steven Duttine, the Executive Director of The 411 House, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his role. Born in Chicago, IL, Steven served in the U.S. Army as a Military Police officer for 8 years, with deployments in El Paso, Ft. Hood, and Afghanistan. His leadership roles in the Army included team leader as a PFC and patrol shift supervisor. After his military service, Steven worked for the Texas Department of Correction for 5 years, serving as a shift supervisor and contributing to the Region 6 Training Leadership and Development Division. He also served as a firearms instructor and leadership mentor. Steven holds an A.S. in Criminal Justice from the Jefferson Community College, at the University of Mary Hardin Baylor (UMHB) a Bachelor in Social Work, and is currently pursuing an Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Organizational Leadership at Baylor.
Steven’s commitment to mentoring and leadership extends beyond his professional career. He has worked as a kids jiu-jitsu instructor at Behring Jiu-Jitsu in New York, focusing on bully-proofing programs, and has been a Sunday school teacher at First Baptist of Black River. Witnessing the consequences of lacking good mentors in State Corrections inspired Steven to join The 411 House. He aims to address these issues proactively through mentoring young males. Within The 411 House, Steven has progressed from program coach to program coordinator, and now serves as the Executive Director, driving the organization’s mission to make a positive impact on the lives of young men in the community.
Bryant Ward is a dedicated community leader and licensed Texas Realtor based in Temple. A graduate of Temple High School with some college education, Bryant works at Keeping It Realty, a company committed to being goal-focused and results-driven. His passion for service extends beyond his professional life into various volunteer roles. As a C.A.S.A. board member, N.A.A.C.P. executive member, and participant in the Temple Police Department CPAC Advisory Board, Bryant is deeply involved in his community. He has also served as the Chair of Planning & Zoning for the City of Temple for seven years, contributed to the unINcluded Club Business Advisory Board, and led The 411 House Executive Board. Bryant regularly volunteers at Feed My Sheep and chairs Temple’s Fellowship Gathering, which involves over 80 churches. His extensive involvement in non-profit organizations underscores his commitment to planning community events and benefit concerts.
For Bryant, having a servant’s heart is at the core of his values. He believes that volunteer work is an extension of his business ethos, emphasizing humility and the importance of readiness to help others. In his personal life, Bryant enjoys spending time with his son and learning the daily lessons of fatherhood. He also loves hanging out with friends at local eateries in Central Texas and traveling internationally. Bryant is proud to call Temple his home, recognizing the city’s ongoing growth and beautification as key factors in developing a diverse and thriving community.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
We are so grateful for all of our corporate and community sponsors! Be on the lookout for our ads this year as we thank them publicly and give them the recognition they deserve. Thank you to our incredible community!
