Board of
Directors

Overcoming barriers to academic success, racial inequality, and mental health wellness are some of the greatest challenges we face as a nation.

Over the past 15 years, Florida Rebels has dedicated our efforts in changing the narrative of this story by helping student-athletes and their families close those achievement gaps. With the help of board members, staff, donors, and partnered organizations, we are not only noted as one of the top basketball programs in the nation, but one that is creating impactful change in our community.

As we continue to support our young people and expand our services both locally and globally, we understand the importance of building relationships with key community partners. Our ability to help student-

lies succeed is directly connected to the support

given. We are hopeful that you will join us on our mission to empower our future generation of leaders.

Michael Stewart is co-owner and founder of the Unison Group. He is directly responsible for business development, sales, national accounts, and

customer service. In addition to developing new products Michael also plays a role in training and education for all national accounts.

Prior to founding the Unison Group Michael played professional basketball for 9 years with 5 franchises. For 7 years Michael served as a National

Basketball Association Player Representative. He was responsible for direct communication to the Players Association and the NBA for all

matters involving player programs, licensing agreements, collective bargaining, educational programs, player development, rookie transition, and

overall league business.

Michael attended the University of California Berkeley where he played for 4 seasons and was the school’s all-time leader in block shots and

earned a place on the schools All-Century Team.

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Bobby is an entrepreneur with over 35 years of sales and executive management experience in both the Design/Build Luxury Custom Homebuilding market as well as the Senior Home Care space. Prior to Being the Co-Founder and CEO of American Senior Services Inc., he was a top sales and sales management performer for Fidelity Assurance, a company he co-founded, and a recognized leader in the Senior Market that sold Medicare Supplements, Long-Term Care and Home Healthcare Insurance, Annuities, Life Insurance as well as Non-Insurance Service Contracts. 

 

In the year 2000, Bobby joined forces with David Lesser, a close friend from his days at the University of South Florida to form one of the most formidable Design/Build/Decorate Custom Homebuilding Companies in the Southeast United States, Windstar Homes. 

 

In 2013, Gross' youngest son, Tristan became a part of the Steve Reece Basketball Family with the Florida Rebels. Reece and Gross developed a friendship that has withstood the test of time and challenges and today, Gross is as proud of his association with the Florida Rebels organization as anything that he has accomplished in his career. "I could not be more honored to be affiliated with this great organization, the Florida Rebels, and Steve Reece. Reece is a man of deep commitment to the kids that give of themselves for this program and with his leadership, all things are possible!"

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Dr. Javar Godfrey is a man of the people, a promoter of justice, and an advocate for social equality. Dr. Godfrey’s appreciation for the connection between youth and academics began when he was a high school student, and noticed the huge gap between his community, education, and the youth around him. Dr. Godfrey was a student athlete himself and played quarterback for Independence High School, in Columbus, Ohio.

He went on to play football at Kentucky State University where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, specializing in Domestic Violence, and Drug and Alcohol Counseling. In 2005, Dr. Godfrey earned his Master of Science in Social Work from the University

of Louisville, which lead him to social work in the public schools. From there he perused his Doctorate Degree from Andersonville Theological where he graduated Summa Cum Laude.

Dr. Godfrey’s life work has allowed him to collaborate with professional personalities, athletes, universities, corporations such as NIKE, Pepsi and school districts across the country. His dream to bridge the gap, is becoming a successful reality. His specialized programs have had tremendous impact on youth and their families. Dr. Godfrey takes great pride in his TAG MoveMeant Consulting business; Training A Generation in which youth embark on a journey into adulthood

Des great pride in his TAG MoveMeant Consulting business; Training A Generation in which youth embark on a journey into adulthood.

Brandon Siler is the Founder and President of Legacy Pro Sports and hails from Daytona Beach, FL. He attended Evans High School before receiving a football scholarship from the University of Florida, where he majored in Criminology. Brandon earned SEC Freshman of the Year in his first season with the Gators and was the Captain for the 2006 National Championship Team, receiving second-team All-SEC and third-team All-American honors from the Associated Press.

After being drafted by the San Diego Chargers, Brandon played instrumental roles at linebacker and on special teams for four seasons. He then played an additional two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs. Upon retirement from the NFL, Brandon worked in consulting with Cemex before transitioning to the next phase of his career.

While applying for NFL Disability Benefits himself, Brandon came to realize the difficulties and intricacies involved in the process and set out to do something about it. In founding Legacy Pro Sports, Brandon aimed to create a hand-in-glove business that listens to the issues former professional athletes face and vigorously acts in their best interest.

Today, Legacy Pro Sports represents over 5,000 former athletes. Throughout the 6 year existence of Legacy Pro Sports they have assisted former players in winning over $600 million worth of disability claims.

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