Senior Vice President of Engagement

Jason Watson is a dedicated community leader + St. Louis native, born + raised in the Walnut Park neighborhood. His personal experiences resonate deeply with those he serves, as he has faced many of the same challenges. For the past 10 years, Jason has been a vital part of Mission St. Louis, starting in workforce development. His efforts in this program garnered him recognition with the Young Professionals Award by The St. Louis American. Now serving in executive leadership as the Senior Vice President of Engagement he is passionate about community involvement. He oversees the SHOW ME PEACE program, which focuses on violence intervention + aims to create safer neighborhoods. Jason is a proud father of three sons—DeJuan, Jalen, + Isaiah—who he says have played a pivotal role in inspiring positive changes in his own life. Their influence motivates him to create a better community for future generations.

Engagement Manager

Rachel graduated from Webster University with a Bachelor’s in Educational Studies +Business. In her spare time she enjoys playing sports, hiking + spending time with her family.

Engagement Sr. Coordinator

Lauren is passionate about assisting + serving people, she considers giving her sixth love language! She loves to laugh, travel, holiday celebrations + birthdays. Her favorite things about St. Louis are the food + the all of the different outdoor activities.

Community Engagement Coordinator

Kenny is passionate about life and the pursuit of one’s full potential. He is a natural leader and communicator who seeks to build others up, as well as unify individuals towards a common purpose and mission. He is a learner who loves to share knowledge as well as a jokester who enjoys making others laugh.

Resource Coordinator

Lesley, originally from Chicago, moved to Beyond Jobs after three years with Beyond School. She earned her degrees from SIU-Carbondale +Union University. She taught school in Chicago + Memphis for 15 years. She's a proud mother of four wonderful children.

Resource Specialist - The Ville

Beverly enjoys spending time with her family, working with seniors + being involved in the community. Her favorite thing about St. Louis is the architecture.

Resource Specialist - Wells/Goodfellow

Kelvin went to St. Louis Community College to train as a Community Health Worker. He loves to hunt or fish in his free time, + his favorite things about St. Louis are the parks, the food + the beautiful people.

Resource Specialist - Dutchtown

Ny’Sha aka Molly grew up on the Northside of St. Louis and moved to the Southside when she was 14. She was drawn to violence intervention work because she misses the safety she felt growing up. Ny’Sha wants so desperately for the next generation to feel as safe and free as she did sitting on the front porch, jumping rope or simply enjoy the day worry free.

Resource Specialist - Walnut Park

LaSha grew up on the North Side of St. Louis and was drawn to violence intervention work because she wants to help others.

Community Resource Specialist

Toni has devoted her life to serving the people of her hometown in North City. Toni graduated from STLCC-Florissant Valley with a certificate in addiction studies + an associate's degree in human services. She then went on to UMSL to earn a bachelor's degree in social work. Toni is committed to helping people gain the knowledge, tools, + confidence they need to achieve their goals. She enjoys spending her free time with family + loved ones + going on Carnival cruises.