OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

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Zion Institute Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Shawn Pearson leads the organization with vision casting and  new business development in the nonprofit space with asset mapping, strategic planning, public speaking, and tenacious leadership.  

 the As Founder and CEO of Zion Institute, Mrs. Pearson is the visionary for our campus in South Phoenix called THE WELL @ Zion Institute which offers transformational resources to community including childcare, preschool, social enterprise development, integrated health services, family preservation services, and emergency resources. Mrs. Pearson invests her skills and experience in replicating solutions that impact the quality of people of color and create generational wealth.

 Erick is an esteemed graduate of Graduate of Clark Atlanta University (HBCU) and is a pledge to Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.  Erick's educational background includes a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's degree in Education.   Erick served for 20 years with City of Phoenix Park  Recreation Department, primarily focused on Eastlake Park, where he also served as a sports coach, mentor, and guide for community youth. 

Erick is an active member of the South Phoenix and Phoenix metropolitan-area communities with 15+ years serving as Deacon and teacher in AZ jurisdiction, Church of God in Christ.

In his role at Zion, Erick advises and provides training for clinical staff joining the team to foster alignment with Zion's vision for access to quality healthcare for all people.

As a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Ms. Sibley brings more than 2 decades of medical experience to Zion Integrated Health Clinic. Ms. Sibley is experienced and passionate about Geriatric care, and brings 13 years of experience as an emergency room trauma nurse.

Ms. Sibley brings her lived experience and education through Grand Canyon University where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Registered Nursing in 2011 and a Master's degree in Family Practice Nursing in 2014.

Ms. Sibley is also an entrepreneur who is serving her community.  YouNique Healthcare Solutions is Ms. Sibley's organization that is traveling valley wide to bring home and community-based care to patients of all ages.

Zion Integrated Health Clinic is one of Ms. Sibley's collaborative partners for service.

Ms. Kelli Johnson is the founder of Elevate Education, a premier education consulting firm. As an accomplished  coach, educator, and athlete, Kelli Johnson brings over 37 years of teaching, facilitating, and coaching. She was a public-school educator in California and Arizona for 27 years. 

Ms. Johnson earned her Liberal Arts degree at Pepperdine University.  She is a certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and have certifications in Diversity Education & Inclusion in the Workplace, and Ethical Leadership.

In her role with Zion,  Kelli is a consulting Education Coach, developing and managing the delivery of meaningful learning experiences for all audiences and consumers of the Zion Preschool Excellence Model, advancing the Zion’s mission of furthering educational excellence.

 Michael is not just a licensed therapist but also an avid hiker, camper, and kayaks. He firmly believes that spending time in nature can rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul. His philosophy is rooted in the idea that to love and forgive others, one must first learn to love and forgive oneself unconditionally. This belief forms the core of his therapeutic approach.

With years of experience providing therapy services at both inpatient and outpatient levels of care, Michael has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind. He utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as primary treatment modalities, tailoring his approach to suit the unique needs of each client.

Michael is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. This specialized training allows him to provide comprehensive care for clients dealing with a wide range of mental health issues.

  Ayana Hill is a dedicated Registered Nurse experienced in patient care and a deep passion for holistic healthcare. Committed to serving underserved communities, Ayana is pursuing her Family Nurse Practitioner and recently founded a healthcare center focused on providing comprehensive, compassionate, and accessible medical services. With a strong belief in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit - Ayana strives to bridge gaps in healthcare by offering personalized care, health education, and community outreach programs. Driven by a mission to make quality healthcare a reality for all, Ayana continues to advocate for equitable and inclusive medical services.