Board of Directors
President / Board Chair Demetric Brown
Demetric Brown is the President and Chair of the Board of EP365, bringing over two decades of leadership, financial stewardship, and strategic execution to the organization. A former collegiate football and track and field athlete, he pairs athletic grit with a deep passion for empowering individuals of all abilities. Drawing on his MBA with concentrations in Leadership and Management and in Finance, and his senior leadership experience at a Fortune 500 energy company, Demetric provides the strategic and fiscal oversight a growing nonprofit requires.
In his role, Demetric sets organizational vision and priorities, leads board governance, and ensures responsible budgeting and risk management. He strengthens partnerships with families, schools, community leaders, and funders, and champions a culture of accountability, transparency, and measurable results. He works closely with the executive team to align programs with the EP365 mission, expand access, and track impact against clear goals.
As a father of a young adult athlete with a developmental disability, Demetric has walked the path from early childhood at age five through young adulthood today, working with coaches, schools, and teams and advocating for opportunities in sports. These seasons taught him that small adjustments open big doors, that confidence grows when strengths are seen, and that partnership with families changes outcomes. These lived lessons shape EP365’s approach to inclusive coaching, clear communication, and practical support so every individual can pursue goals with dignity and joy. Inspired by this experience and by the many talented individuals he has seen overlooked, he is committed to creating opportunities without limits and ensuring that every person has the support to achieve their goals and thrive
V P / Board Secretary Allena Guerrero
Allena Guerrero is the Vice President of Empowering Pathways 365, bringing more than fifteen years of healthcare and HR leadership to the organization. An experienced HR executive, she has led teams that support individuals with developmental disabilities across residential services, day programs, and applied behavior analysis therapy for children and youth with autism. She is a systems builder who aligns people, process, and purpose so teams can deliver consistent and high quality support.
At EP365, Allena oversees organizational planning and program operations, strengthens quality and compliance, and develops training that equips coaches and behavioral staff to serve individuals with clarity and confidence. Her experience spans workforce planning and recruitment, staff development and mentorship, policy and risk management, budgeting and resource stewardship, and data informed improvement.
Informed by personal experience as a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, Allena is committed to creating pathways that honor every ability. Guided by faith, compassion, and a steady belief in the potential of every person, she focuses on practical solutions that increase access to inclusive sports and wellness, strengthen family support, and build a culture of accountability and care. Through this approach, Allena advances EP365 with clarity, consistency, and purpose.
Director of Sports & Wellness Programs / Board Treasurer Karis Gant
Karis Gant is the Director of Sports and Wellness.
She brings more than twelve years of experience as a certified personal trainer, fitness instructor, and owner of Mindful Movement Training, blending practical fitness expertise with a strong foundation in applied behavior analysis.
Connected through supporting family members with developmental disabilities, Karis is a compassionate behavior therapist who builds trust and meets individuals where they are. She partners with each person to set meaningful goals and provides the coaching and supports needed to reach them. Her belief in whole person wellness, mental health, and self regulation is woven into every program at EP365.
At EP365, Karis designs sport specific curricula, develops and mentors coaches, and ensures sessions are structured, safe, and motivating. She integrates evidence informed strategies across sports to help individuals build skills, confidence, and a lasting love of movement.
Director of ABA Programs Dana Knott
Dana Knott is the Director of ABA Programs at Empowering Pathways 365. She holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Psychology with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis. For more than eighteen years, she has supported individuals with developmental disabilities and led teams delivering behavioral health services. Known for her compassion and steady leadership, Dana is a dedicated advocate for dignity, inclusion, and practical supports that work.
At EP365, Dana applies her ABA knowledge and experience to design programs that are clear, motivating, and measurable. She builds routines, coaching supports, and data informed practices that help individuals set goals and make steady progress. She mentors therapists and coaches, strengthens quality and training, and partners with families to align goals across home, school, and community.
Dana brings her personal passion, extensive experience, and formal ABA training to every EP365 program, ensuring practical supports that advance independence and quality of life.
Director of Advancement and Engagement Deanna Brown
Deanna Brown leads fundraising, partnerships, and community engagement for EP365. With more than ten years of experience planning community events and fundraisers, she brings a builder’s mindset and a servant’s heart to every initiative. A lifelong athlete and dancer, Deanna believes in the transformative power of movement to grow confidence, strengthen health, and create community.
Connected through her experience as a mom who has helped her son with a developmental disability overcome obstacles with resilience, Deanna brings empathy and urgency to the work. This lived experience ignites her drive to connect and engage as many partners as possible with the mission of EP365. She forges partnerships with families, schools, faith communities, businesses, and local leaders to expand inclusive sports opportunities. She designs donor and grant campaigns, grows our volunteer network, and produces joyful events that welcome new families and supporters. Her positive energy and steady follow through help remove barriers to participation through scholarships, equipment drives, and accessible program design.