Our Staff

After serving as the ministry director for the Urban Eagles in Grier Heights for 8 years, Ben and his wife Nicki co-founded I AM 24/7.  “Coach Ben” is passionate about sharing the love of Jesus in practical ways and developing leaders who give back to their communities.

“Mamma Nicki” (as she is called in the neighborhood) is a beautiful picture of God’s love, compassion, and grace in action.  She is passionate about creating a caring environment, providing emotional support, and encouraging youth to reach their full potential.

Michael has been serving youth in Grier Heights for 2 years as a coach, mentor, and role model.  “Coach Mike” has a powerful testimony of God’s transformation of his personal story and is passionate about sharing his experience with others.  Michael is sold out for the Gospel of Jesus and has a heart for Biblical discipleship.   

After being an Urban Eagles player and growing up in Grier Heights, Ryan joins staff to work with elementary aged students by coaching soccer and basketball teams.  Ryan is passionate about the power of the teachings of Jesus in transforming individuals.  He is excited to give back to his community through coaching, mentoring, tutoring, and leading Bible studies. Ryan is a current student at Belmont Abbey College and also plays on their varsity soccer team.

“BJ” joins staff as a current college student at Central Piedmont Community College.  He grew up as a major part of youth who helped form this ministry (a member of the Urban Eagles since age 10) and has a strong passion for the youth of the Grier Heights community, where he grew up as well.  BJ has a passion for teaching values of hard work, respect, and responsibility to I AM 24/7 youth through coaching Basketball and leading small group Bible studies.