Meet our Board

Founder & President, Class of 2012

Zackary Brown, M.D. 

Dr. Zackary Brown was born in Wichita Falls, TX, where he grew up as the oldest of three boys with his mother. He graduated from Hirschi in 2012 in the top 10 of his class, became his family's first high school graduate, and continued his pursuits at Vanderbilt University. While at Vanderbilt, Zackary graduated as a top 20 senior with a Neuroscience and Medicine, Health and Society double major with a concentration in Race, Health, and Inequality. He continued his interest in medicine at Howard University College of Medicine, where he served as a prominent leader and graduated in 2022. He is currently a resident physician at Mt Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital in New York City, where he trains as a Pediatrician. He is a published author on DEI efforts, an advocate for minoritized communities in medicine, and a future leader in Pediatric medicine..

Co-Founder & Board Member, Class of 2012

Brandon Sheppard, B.A. 

Brandon Sheppard graduated from Hirschi in 2012. He went to Wayland Baptist University on a football scholarship to further his education. He received his bachelor's of arts in psychology with a minor in sociology. Brandon continued his education with Wayland Baptist University and earned his master's degree in counseling, receiving a nomination for the Master's Award for Outstanding Student. Brandon is currently a high school counselor pursuing his license as a professional therapist. 

Co-Founder & Board Member, Class of 2013

Dominique Bobo, B.A.

Dominique Bobo graduated from Hirschi in 2013. He earned a scholarship to run track at The University of Montana and to further his education. In 2018, he received his bachelor's in Communications studies and started his Professional track and field career. Dominique is currently a Field Manager at Nature Enhancement. In the spring, he hopes to continue his Track and field life by coaching a high school team.

Co-Founder & Board Member, Class of 2016 

Nathan Alexander III, B.S.

Nathan Alexander graduated from Hirschi in 2016. He obtained his bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from Prairie View A&M University in 2020, becoming the first college graduate in his family. He grew up the youngest male of 3 other siblings. Nathan is a former Council Member elected the youngest official in Texas. Nathan is pursuing a J.D. at The University of Texas School of Law. He is expected to graduate and sit for the Texas Bar Exam in 2025. 

Co-Founder & Board Member, Class of 2016 

Marquise Bell, B.S. 

Marquise Bell graduated from Hirschi's Class of 2016 in the Top 10 of his class. He obtained his bachelor's of science in mechanical engineering at Baylor University in 2020, graduating with minors in mathematics and computer science. Marquise is now pursuing his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering at Rice University, where he investigates innovative textile materials for advanced space suit applications and wearable assistive devices.