Co-founder Elizabeth “Liz” Huntley is an accomplished litigation attorney, dedicated child advocate, author and lecturer. She currently practices law at Lightfoot, Franklin & White, LLC in Birmingham. Liz speaks to groups of students and educators nationwide, most often about her remarkable life story detailed in her memoir More Than A Bird. Her story has inspired thousands of students across the nation as she continues to devote her time and energy toward bringing hope through education.

Co-founder Drayton Nabers Jr. is a champion for the cause of building character in young people. He served as CEO of Protective Life Corporation, Finance Director for the State of Alabama, and Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court. He is the former Director at the Mann Center for Ethics and Leadership at Samford University, which promotes student development and enriches teaching and scholarship through engaged learning. He is the author of two books on ethics and leadership: The Case for Character and The Hidden Key to Happiness and a book on character culture in schools titled Priceless: A Life That Counts for Good.