THE COLLECTIVE MAG

INDEX

Chapter History
First Chapter President Message
First PBM President Message
Induction Classes (1-19)
In Memoriam
Services & Programs
Chapter Presidents & Vice Presidents
National Officer
Campus Leadership
Standard of Excellence



HISTORY

During the spring semester of 2000 on the campus of Florida A&M University,
a group of students led by William Johnson, a freshman Mechanical
Engineering major, and Darren Beneby, a junior criminal justice major, began
working on a Florida A&M Chapter of Progressive Black Men. The idea was
sparked by Johnson, who had the joined the Florida State Chapter.

In the fall of 2000, a group of interested gentlemen formed on the campus of
Florida A&M University. They began doing community service for March of
Dimes, Walk America, Sickle Cell Foundation, and the American Heart
Association. They also began fundraising by doing car washes, working at the
Career Fair, and holding raffles for the campus. They made their presence on
campus known by telling students and other organizations the purpose and the
goals of Progressive Black Men, Inc.

On October 21, 2000 the First Induction Class of the Florida A&M University
Chapter of Progressive Black Men, Inc. was inducted into the organization:
Xavier C. Allen, James R Barbour Jr., Hamilton H. Beach, Donald Belle,
Darren R. Beneby, Christopher G. Brown, Gregory Carroll, Antonio L.
Clements, Myron J. Daniels, Jarvis S. Ennis, Marcus Evans, Lamont Johnson,
William Johnson, Stanley C. Lee, Aderogba O. Makinde, Justin McDowell,
Rashad Morgan, Darryl Moses, Antonio L. Rainey, David L. Robinson, Eric
M. Roundtree, Lionel A. Taylor
During the spring 2001 semester, The Florida A&M Chapter of Progressive
Black Men, Inc. continued their community service efforts. They volunteered
for the March of Dimes, volunteered at Miracle Hill Retirement Home, and
started a mentoring group at Leon County High School.

Since then, the Florida A&M University Chapter of Progressive Black Men
has successfully inducted nineteen classes to continue on the legacy and efforts
of the organization.

PROGRESSIVE BLACK MEN

Dear Brothers,

In 1989, a group of students gathered in Smith Hall at Florida
State University and established Progressive Black Men. The idea
at the heart of PBM was simple. Young black men helping other
young black men complete a bachelor degree while serving the
community. The organization was successful. All the founding
members graduated. We also established the first ever Physical
Plant Appreciation Day and a Cub Scout Troop in Frenchtown.

FAMU was a part of PBM from the very beginning. Anthony
Weeks, a brother from FAMU, was among the earliest members.
It was an extraordinary honor to have young brothers embrace
the PBM way and establish the second chapter at FAMU, 15
years ago. FAMU PBM has inducted over 300 members. The first 5 National Presidents are members
of the FAMU chapter. The FAMU chapter has maintained strong mentoring programs since 2000.

The world has changed dramatically in the last 15 years. The next 15 years are going to be more
extraordinary. Robotics and machine intelligence will restructure the global economy and affect every
facet of our lives. The Internet of Things will add the inanimate objects around us to the global village.
We will be working towards the first humans walking on Mars. Biological engineering will begin to
redirect the evolution of our species
along with provide breakthroughs in agriculture, medicine, and materials.

What is the mission of PBM for the next 15 years? I think it remains simple. Women and men that
thrive in this new age and help their neighbor do the same. I look forward to meeting you and
discussing the direction we will take PBM!

Your brother,

Cesar A. Rodriguez, M.D.
PBM Co-founder and First President

PROGRESSIVE BLACK MEN

Greetings Brothers of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical
University,

I am honored to serve as your National President on the
commencement of the chapter’s 15th Anniversary. As the 2nd
chapter in our organization history I would be remised not to
acknowledge the many distinguished and accomplished men
that laid the groundwork for this chapter. To these men I say
THANK YOU for your hard work and dedication to continuing
Progressive Black Men’s mission and purpose on the highest of
seven hills.

Our organization started as an ideal to address the negative
stereotypes placed upon those of African descent, especially
Black Men. The Florida A&M Chapter has consistently developed service projects that have made a
meaningful impact to the surrounding community and aboard. The Chapter has consistently inducted
men dedicated service and the uplifting of our fellow brother. As the chapter embarks on this new
milestone, new challenges will come forth and I have full confidence in the men of the Florida A&M
Chapter to attack them head on through our simple, but powerful, motto of Collective Knowledge,
Collective Effort, Collective Strength.

Happy 15th Anniversary Brothers!

Dadrian Campbell
6th National President

PROGRESSIVE BLACK MEN

“Collective Knowledge, Collective Effort, Collective Strength”

Greetings Brothers,

15 years ago, these principles united a very dynamic group of individuals as we began a journey.
Looking back on those idealistic young men, there was no way we could know what was to come. As
the founding president, I am extremely proud of what the Florida A&M Chapter of Progressive Black
Men has become. The impact the organization has had on all the members, Florida A&M University,
the community and the National Organization has been tremendous.

As we celebrate 15 years of service and brotherhood, I want to take this opportunity to welcome all
brothers old and new. Although I cannot attend this momentous occasion, my thoughts and prayers
are with you all. I would like to challenge the chapter to continue our relentless pursuit of excellence. I
would like to challenge each individual member to make a personal commitment to self-improvement.
Each class adds to the legacy and heritage of the FAMU Chapter of Progressive Black Men. It is
imperative that we put in the work required to lead, serve and exemplify the characteristics of our
prestigious organization.

Sincerely,

William Johnson
First Chapter President
Progressive Black Men, Florida A&M

PROGRESSIVE BLACK MEN

Dear Chapter Brothers,

It is my honor and privilege to serve as the current chapter
President of the Florida A&M University Chapter of Progressive
Black Men, Inc. What I thought PBM would be and what it
actually is now are two completely different things. I joined
thinking this would be a small org to join just to make friends
and do some community service. PBM is a force to be reckoned
with! The continuous efforts to serve the community do not go
unnoticed; the differences we make in some people’s lives may
be greater than we even know. I don’t know how many times
I’ve been told the community needs more Black men like us to
serve and mentor.

On FAMU’s campus, the presence of PBM is growing tremendously. We are one of the most
recognized student organizations on campus. And I know it will continue. The FAMU chapter has
been a product of trailblazers since October 21, 2000. Student leaders in all capacities have founded
and joined this organization, and we continue to come together to work towards the same mission.
This chapter has helped transform and expand this whole organization, and I’m so proud to say that I
am a brother of, let alone the President of, the FAMU Chapter of Progressive Black Men, Inc. We are
the epitome of black excellence! I love what we’ve accomplished and I look forward to seeing what
more is in store for this chapter.

Sincerely,

Kevin E. Whitfield
Chapter President
Progressive Black Men, Florida A&M

Induction Classes

Progressive Black Men
Florida A&M

Xavier Allen First Induction Class (I) Justin McDowell
James Barbour, Jr. October 21, 2000 Rashad Morgan

Hamilton Beach "Building a Tradition One Man at a Time" Darryl Moses
Donald Belle Antonio Rainey
Antonio Clements David L. Robinson
Darren Beneby Myron Daniels Eric Roundtree
Christopher Brown Jarvis Ennis
Marcus Evans Lionel Taylor
Gregory Carroll
Lamont Johnson
William Johnson
S. Charles Lee
Aderogba Makinde

Second Induction Class (II)
March 03, 2001

"Struggle and Sacrifice: Mere Stepping Stones to True Brotherhood"

Erik Dennis Clarence Franklin Terrence Watkins
Joshua Dixon Troy D. Lewis, II. Tashi Williams
Michael Exantus Wilnick St. Charles

Third Induction Class (III)
October 13, 2001

"Powerful Brothers Igniting a Flame to a Brighter Future"

Derron Bennett Erick Gracia Shemayne Nichols
John Billingsley Melton Headley Tyre Sperling
Andre Blakely Roderick Langston Jason Truitt
Robert Clemmon Leon Massey
Ned English, Jr. Anthony Montgomery Reginald Wesley
Jefferson Everett Wesley Morrisette Maurice Wilson
Clinton Foster Lyonel Myrthil Galen Workcuff

Micah Zeno

DJuan Ballinger Fourth Induction Class (IV) Marcus Sandifer
Wayman Bannermen March 30, 2002 Dalvin Sutton

Jamal Davis "Brothers United Under One Common Goal" Thomas Thompson
Steven Gooden Roy T. Young
Elton Gumbel, III Donald Johnson
Stephen McCoy
Gerald Mitchell
Devaughn Moore
Santoree Nealy

Fifth Induction Class (V)
February 28, 2003

"Distinguished Men Creating a Lifetime of Brotherhood While Empowering a Nation through
Discipline, Determination, and Dedication."

Gregory Bacourt Torrence Ford Cory Gray
Gui Bryant Edward Fuller Vaun Greer
Erik Carnes Prince Gammage Orlando Norwood
Eugenio Gant Joshua Ragland
Kylan Chavious Charles Gilley Karl Riley, II
Javoria Collier Jamaris Glenn Bruce Smith
Gerald Davis Jaron Gosby Eddie Topps
Kermit J. Dow Ronald Turner

Darryl Epps

Sixth Induction Class (VI)
February 28, 2004

"Extraordinary Gentlemen Fearlessly Accepting the Mission to Walk Down the Road Less Traveled, While
Achieving Unity through a Strong Brotherhood"

Janard Adams Isiah Davis III Lorenzo Green
Jeremy Akins Xavier Durden Christopher Jackson
Gregg Bishop Dwayne Gibson
Marcus Carson Jerald Grace Travis Seldon
John Carter Malcolm Glover Ken Singleton
Kevin Coleman Carey Goins Marvin Thompson
Melvin Williams

Seventh Induction Class (VII)
April 02, 2005

"Men of Standards Raising the Bar of Progression to New Heights by Transforming the World Through
Strength of Mind, Unity of Purpose, and Unparalleled Commitment"

Antwan Tony Barnes Derius Jackson Sean Smith
Isaiah Branton Preston Lucas Ronald Stevens, Jr.
Carlos Mahaffey
Demetrius Burkes Malcolm Marshall Keith Warren
Yusef Davis Chris Parker Jeremy Lance Williamson
Justin Richardson
Abrium Torrey Evans Maynard Yates, II
Cornell Guion, Jr.

Eighth Class Induction (VIII)
November 12, 2005

"Unexpected Men of distinction, vowing to show quantity doesn't matter but it's the quality of a man -
through vigor, unique character, and perseverance."

Anquan Brandon Brown Mathieu Joshua McNeil Kevon Earl Rennie
Brandon Lamar Flowers Lambert Eugene Parker II O'Rayne Mathony Samuels
KenJuan Andre Lockhart James Jerell Poindexter
Mike Maurice Supplice

Ninth Induction Class (IX)
March 18, 2006

"Men of revolution redefining the image of true brotherhood."

Sydney Cherelus Jeffery Holden Andrew Patterson
Joshua Ellis Jeyre Lewis Marvin Prather
Courtney Waite
Vincent Gatling Anthony Magee
Christopher Griffin Chanden Marzette

Tenth Induction Class (X)
March 18, 2007

"Men of Prestige striving for excellence, paving the way for others to follow."

Preston Charles Amos Patrick Robene Dulcio Robert Theron Robinson II
John Llewellyn Brown Luqman Jamil McNeil Justin Terrell Shirley
Gerald Charles Cox Duane Smith Jr.
Jonathan Patrick Darbouze Nodin Prosper
Terrance Lamont Roberts Kennard Wesley Speed

Eleventh Induction Class (XI)

February 10, 2008
“Men of elevated ingenuity defying all embedded obstacles on the path towards brotherhood and

success.”

Gregory Arline Justin Harris Samuel Pierre Louis
Kingston Baldie Mike Henley Ismael Qawiy
Cortney Hicks Keith Roberson
Ryan Brooks Luke JeanLouis Walter Selver
Rashad Brown Frank Matellus Justin Young
Jamil Codner

Twelfth Induction Class (XII)
February 21, 2009

"A new generation of men leading by example for the progression of the future."

Justin Allen Virgil Elkins Harvey Ross
Darron Biles Gregory Hines Najee Smith
Devin Cole Daniel Hudson John Taylor Jr.
Deon Dennis Daniel Jenkins Bruk Testfaye
Julius Denson Ezekiel Lamothe Richard Whitaker
Austin Dorsey Mason Marshall-Duncanson

Michael Anderson Jr Thirteenth Induction Class (XIII) Stephen Okon
Michael Beauchamp Jr November 14, 2009 Stanley St.halaire

Corey Borden
Dominique Perkins
Robensky Theodore

Dwight Blackmon Fourteenth Induction Class (XIV) William Roseburgh
Derrick Brown November 13, 2010 Mikhail Scott
Jahrod Cyrus
Xavier Ellison Devon Freeny Aarmondas Walker
Emilio Hall Michael White

Estivans Jean-Baptise
Isaiah Petty
Darius Ricks

Clifton Abraham III Fifteenth Induction Class (XV) Rance Rutherford
Jason Adeodoyin April 04, 2011 Stefan Sabur
Scott Soliz
Kelvin Barnes Victor Jean Taree Stanley
James Burt IV Howard Mathis Nolan Topey
Shavaun Dukes Donald McKenzie
Tyrone Gayle D’Vante Morales Charleston Williamson
Gregory George Shawn Oram Timothy Wright
Abraham Oshotse
Genesis Robinson

Aaron Andu Sixteenth Induction Class (XVI) Nicholas Miller
Kai Blake December 02, 2012 Jonathan Owens
Tharman Price
Canaan Briggins Reginald Israel Kinsley Telusme
Asa Gayle Brandon Johnson Andre Woodard
Jarrett Johnson
Louis Graham
Tristan Huff Nigel Johnson
Jamaya Jones
Ryan McDugle

Seventeenth Class (XVII)
April 26, 2013

"Overcoming adversity through dedication and commitment,
while continuing to raise the bar of excellence."

Nojy Augustin Jonathan Levy Makese Powe
Michael Barton Rashad Madry Nicholas Walker
Jamal Baskin Christopher McKinney Herbert Washington
Ladaniel Brinson Travis Nelson Kevin Whitfield
Kelechi Nwadigo
Imir Hall

Eighteenth Class (XVIII)
April 06, 2014

"Welcoming Excellence Learning Intelligence Vicariously Everyday"

Rashad Anderson Najee Emmanuel Cameron Kellier
David Brown Navael Fontus Dennis Mosley
Dante Green Devin Powell
Matthew Canada Leroy Harris Tevin Torrence
Decquon Cowell Keytron Hill Lonnie Williams
Berry Davis IV Wahid Jenkins
Willoughby Downes Zaylin Yates

Nineteenth Class (XIX)
March 18th, 2015

"We are brothers, not by something as accidental as blood but something stronger, by choice"

Chris Beckford Rakeem Ford Jerrick Leonard
Jeremy Bray Randall Griffin Brandon Lewis
Wilson Cherelus, Jr. Myles Hubbard Avery McClendon
Paul Dalberry Kahlil James Kiah Moorehead
Darryl Darby Lonnie Johnson Joshua Parson
Geoffrey Edwards Cameron Jones Marcus Stallworth
Patrick Fenderson Darrion Kirnes Keenan Williams
Devon Lawrence

In Memoriam

We thought of you today.
We thought about you yesterday.

We often speak your name.
Now all we have are memories.

And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake.

With which we'll never part.
God has you in his keeping.
We have you in our heart.

Jason Truitt Eric Carnes

Third Class Fifth Class
1979 - 2013 1983 - 2005



Services & Programs

The primary focus of Progressive Black Men, Inc. is the service of our community. To preserve the
dignity and culture of African Americans in today’s society, we accept the responsibility to work
towards bringing awareness and providing solutions to issues facing the African American community.
For fifteen years, Progressive Black Men at Florida A&M geared our programming towards youth
mentoring, elderly assistance, promotional of healthy living and awareness on systemic issues that
affect the minority community.

Freshmen Oratorical Contest Christmas Talent Showcase Sickle Cell Foundation
Financial Literacy Seminar Gospel Showcase (Collective Praise) March of Dimes
Red Light, Green Light American Heart Association United Way
Relationship Seminar Black Man Summit SIMBA Mentoring Program
Sexpectations Campaign Black Male Unity Week Homework Academy
Night at the Black Archives Male Trust Workshop Miracle Hill Retirement Home
Women Appreciation Night Am I My Brother’s Keeper Series Frenchtown Blanket Drive
Homecoming Coronation Ball Adopt A Grade at Pine View Elementary Progressing Big Bend Families
Miss PBM Pageant Leon High School Mentoring Program FAMUnity

The Best Face Forward

Chapter Presidents Chapter Vice Presidents

William Johnson - 2000-2001, 2002-2003 Darren Beneby - 2000
David Robinson - 2001-2002 S. Charles Lee - 2001
Prince Gammage - 2003 Donald Belle - 2001-2002
Elton Gumbel - 2004 Antonio Rainey - 2002
Gregory Bacourt - 2004-2005, 2005-2006 Rashad Morgan - 2003
Ronald Stevens- 2006 -2007 Elton Gumbel - 2003
Jerald Grace - 2007-2008 Torrence Ford - 2004
Anquan Brown - 2008-2009, 2009-2010 Xavier Durden - 2004-2005
John Taylor Jr. - 2010-2011 Christopher Jackson - 2005-2006
Malcolm Marshall - Ducanson - 2011-2012 Cornell Guion - 2006-2007
Gregory George - 2012-2013 A. Torrey Evans - 2007-2008
Victor Jean - 2013 Kennard Speed - 2008-2009
Andre Woodard - 2014 Jeyre Lewis - 2009-2010
Louis Graham - 2014-2015 Dominique Perkins -2010-2011
Kevin Whitfield - 2015-2016 Emilio Hall 2011-2012
Victor Jean - 2012-2013
Andre Woodard - 2013
Louis Graham - 2014
Jonathan Owens/Imir Hall - 2014-2015
Tevin Torrence/ Nicholas Walker -2015-2016

The Best Face Forward

National President National Secretary

S. Charles Lee Marvin Prather
David L. Robinson Malcolm Marshall
Antonio L. Rainey
Anquan B. Brown National Parliamentarian

National First Vice President Karl Riley
Jerald Grace
Donald Belle
Justin Mc Dowell National Directors
Gregory Bacourt
Patrick Dulcio Eric Roundtree
A. Torrey Evans Wilnick St. Charles
Gregg Bishop
National Second President Dwayne Gibson
Isaiah Branton
Gregory Bacourt Cornell Guion
Carlos Mahaffey Maynard Yates
Duane Smith
National Treasurer Virgil Ekins

Darryl Moses
Rance Rutherford

Campus Leadership

Student Government Mr. FAMU Freshmen President
Association Imir Hall Keenan Williams
Justin McDowell , Executive
Branch Royal Escorts New Student Orientation Leaders
Robert Clemmon, Senator Tashi Williams Antonio Rainey
Marcus Sandifer, Senator Reginald Wesley Imir Hall
Karl Riley , Senator Jamil Codner Christopher Beckford, Jr
Carey Goins, Senator Robensky Theodore
Carlos Mahaffey, Senator Rance Rutherford Alpha Phi Alpha, Beta Nu -
Anquan Brown, Executive Branch Randall Griffin President
Gregory George, Senate Pro Navael Fontus Reginald Wesley
Tempore
Rance Rutherford, Comptroller Senior President Kappa Alpha Psi, Alpha Xi -
Jonathan Owens, Senator Marcus Carson Polemarch
Anquan Brown Gregory George
Electoral Commission Devin Cole Jarrett Johnson
Jerald Grace
Jamil Codner Junior President Kappa Alpha Psi, Alpha Xi, - Vice
Donald McKenzie Marcus Carson Polemarch
Devin Cole Nicholas Miller
Presidential Ambassadors Imir Hall
Jerald Grace Phi Beta Sigma, Alpha Eta -
Sean Smith Junior Class VP President
Kennard Speed Kennard Speed Xavier Durden
Kevin Whitfield Clifton Abraham Emilio Hall

90.5 WANM Sophomore Class National Pan-Hellenic Council -
Elton Gumbel, Sports Director President President
Cory Gray, Disc Jockey Daniel Jenkins Cory Gray
Gregg Bishop, Justin Harris
Program/Operations Director Xavier Durden
Carlos Mahaffey, Disc Jockey
Josh Ellis, Disc Jockey

Standard of Excellence

With over 250 alums, PBM FAMU is comprised of a hosts of educators, engineers,
pharmacists, lawyers, and architects, as well as business, government, healthcare,
nonprofit, military, technology and entertainment professionals. Our chapter has set a
Standard of Excellence for generations of new PBM FAMU brothers to follow.

Members of PBM FAMU hold positions at the companies:

Lilly, USA Proctor & Gamble
International Paper The Boeing Company
Tribridge S&B Engineers and Constructors
Centerpoint Energy Eaton Corporation
Mondelēz International Isobar
US Army Department of Veterans Affairs
JW Capital Group, LLC Trillium Healthcare Group
Hodges Mace Benefits Group The Coca-Cola Company
McDonald's (Franchise Owner) AT&T/DIRECTV
Northern Virginia Community College Lowe's Home Improvement, Inc
City of Quincy City of New York
City of Tallahassee Florida A&M University
Gwinnett County Schools Orange County Public Schools
Clayton County Public Schools JP Morgan/Chase
Fifth Third Bank Glead Sciences
Terdata Tighitco Aerospace
Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
Chrysler Group LLC









We are the men of Progressive Black Men
We are the best face forward

We are the conscience that’s only guilty of the positive
Collective Knowledge, Collective Effort, Collective Strength

We are stepping through the windows of our mind
Learning what they said could not be learned
Moving beyond space and time
We are the men of Progressive Black Men

Making our visions a reality as we carry out our mission

PROGRESSIVE BLACK MEN, INC.