Meet Our Board

 James G. Okore is a professional soccer coach and youth development leader with over 10 years of experience managing a soccer organization in the Mercer County area.

He has spent more than 15 years in leadership roles across the corporate, sports, and faith-based sectors, bringing extensive experience in building teams, scaling organizations, and optimizing performance. As Pastor of Church Discipleship and Training and Chairman of the Elder Board at Transformation Church NJ, James leads with a heart for developing people and creating strong, purpose-driven communities.

His career has focused on coaching and mentoring youth of all ages, blending his expertise in youth development with a passion for empowering individuals and teams to achieve their full potential.

Above all, James is a devoted husband to Michelle Okore and a proud father of two daughters, Mariah and Ariella Okore.   

Michelle is a Youth Development Specialist and Professional Tennis Coach with over 19 years of experience, having worked with more than 5,000 young people across the NJ/NY area.

She graduated from Drew University with a B.A. in Economics and a master’s degree in Creative Writing.

In 2022, Michelle founded WE Lead Sports Inc. to expand youth access to developmental opportunities and to prepare young people for life beyond high school. Through this organization, she blends sports, leadership development, and college readiness to ensure youth are equipped for long-term success.

Ariana is the Program Manager at Foundation Academies Charter School, where she leads the K–8 after-school program, overseeing staff, curriculum, and daily operations. Her previous experience in early childhood development sparked a deep interest in supporting students academically and socially within school-based settings.

Ariana’s passion for civic engagement and community is inspired by her great-grandmother’s legacy of involvement in local initiatives throughout Lawrenceville, NJ. This foundation has shaped Ariana’s commitment to uplifting youth and fostering meaningful community connections.

A native New Yorker, I have lived in Mercer County New Jersey for the past 30+ years.  I have a BSE in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and am now retired after a successful 43-year career in the Chemical Industry.  I am excited to have the opportunity to invest my time and energy to support the development and education of young people who may otherwise have limited or no resources to help them reach their potential.

In addition to my involvement with WE Lead Sports Inc, I volunteer at a Mercer County elementary school, assisting with Science, Language Arts, and ESL. Challenging young minds to reach for the stars is an immeasurable investment in the future.