The Team

The Ludacris Foundation includes a team of nine hardworking individuals with an average of twenty years of professional experience ranging from corporate executives of Fortune 500 companies, legal, healthcare and finance fields, as well as the music industry. These individuals have come together as a team sharing the same passion and concern for young people.

Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges stands with his arms folded. He's wearing a black tank top and a gold chain.

CHRIS “LUDACRIS” BRIDGES

CHAIRMAN

On the surface, hip-hop culture icon and mega-mogul Ludacris is a multi-platinum selling artist, actor and rapper. Chris “Ludacris” Bridges was born in Champaign, Illinois with a solid foundation – musically, intellectually and spiritually. Influenced by his parents’ love for music, Chris began to appreciate all genres of the art. Chris wrote his first rhyme when he was 9 years old, and has been producing ever since.

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ROBERTA J. SHIELDS

PRESIDENT

After 20 years in a successful career at a Fortune 50 financial institution, Roberta Shields chose to redirect her talents and skills to help her son, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, develop his growing empire. As an entrepreneur and philanthropist, Roberta wears many hats. Among her most cherished roles are proud grandmother to three granddaughters, and President of The Ludacris Foundation

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

LISA FRANKLIN

Secretary

JINI THORNTON

Treasurer

STAFF

KIM HUTCHENS

Program Director - South

JENNIFER ROBINSON

Program Director - North

BARRY FLORENCE

Public Relations

CHARLES MCCREE

Social Media

CANDACE DICKENS

Communications Consultant

JACKIE HOSKINS-WROTEN

Health + Nutrition Consultant

GET INVOLVED

Making an impact with the Ludacris Foundation can be a transformative journey that empowers communities and creates positive change. Here are some ways you can join us to make a significant impact:

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Your gift has a significant and positive impact on communities and individuals in need.

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Being a sponsor offers positive brand recognition, increased visibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in empowering communities.

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