Board of directors

Scholen Charles is the Founder and Executive Director of ShockTown’s YES Community Program, Inc., a nonprofit youth program focused on prevention education, safety awareness, and leadership development. Through the YES Community Program, Charles combines his experience in law enforcement, crime prevention, community engagement, and youth programming to help young people develop the knowledge and skills to make safer, more responsible decisions. Sports activities and other structured activities are used as engagement tools to reinforce teamwork, confidence, leadership, and sportsmanship.

Charles has served with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office since 2014 and currently works in community-oriented policing. His law enforcement experience includes detention, patrol, crisis intervention, homeless outreach, community engagement, and crime prevention. He is also the creator of the HCSO Community HUB Program, which he developed through the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to strengthen community engagement and crime prevention efforts. His work has included educating and connecting with youth, residents, community organizations, and law enforcement personnel on public safety and crime prevention topics.

Charles is a TCOLE Certified Instructor and Certified Crime Prevention Specialist with training and experience in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and Crime Free Multi-Housing. He is also a member of the Texas Crime Prevention Association and the Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network.

Through the YES Community Program, Charles brings his law enforcement and prevention experience directly into youth programming. The program provides age-appropriate education on human trafficking, bullying, substance abuse, and gang prevention while developing leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship, and responsible decision-making skills.

His work is guided by a straightforward prevention philosophy:

Prevention Education Today Reduces Opportunities for Future Crime and Victimization.

Education & Credentials

• Associate Degree in Criminal Justice
• TCOLE Certified Instructor
• Certified Crime Prevention Specialist
• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
• Crime Free Multi-Housing

Professional Affiliations

• Texas Crime Prevention Association
• Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network
• Harris County Sheriff’s Office

Shirvonti Guidry-Keller is a dedicated leader with over a decade of experience in community engagement, law enforcement, and youth program management. She brings a dynamic skill set in leadership, training, and project execution that aligns with ShockTown’s mission to empower youth and build stronger communities.

Currently serving as the GEMS Program Manager at Cherish Our Children, Shirvonti has successfully expanded the program to impact more schools and students, managing operations, staff training, and family outreach initiatives. Her leadership has driven measurable growth, doubling program participation and fostering meaningful community partnerships.

Previously, Shirvonti served as a Harris County Deputy Sheriff, where she excelled in community policing, crime prevention, and program development. Notably, she co-founded the Community Problem Oriented Policing (CPOP) unit, crafting its mission, training programs, and operational strategies. She is also a certified TCOLE instructor, delivering courses in community policing, interpersonal communication, and effective public speaking.

Shirvonti’s experience in organizing events like Sheriff’s Safety Forums and school outreach initiatives demonstrates her passion for education, empowerment, and safety. Her ability to connect with diverse audiences and develop actionable solutions makes her an invaluable asset to our board.

Education & Certifications

• Graduate, Leadership and Development Institute
• TCOLE Licensed and TCOLE Instructor Licensed
• Certified in Public and Motivational Speaking

Core Skills

• Program Development & Expansion
• Training & Staff Development
• Community Engagement & Outreach
• Strategic Planning & Execution

Kevin M. Martinez is a seasoned educator, engagement specialist, and retired law enforcement officer with over a decade of experience in public safety, community outreach, and program development. His passion for building safer, stronger communities aligns perfectly with ShockTown’s YES Community Program’s mission to empower youth through education and engagement.

Currently serving as the Manager of Law Enforcement Partnerships for MovementForward, Inc., Kevin oversees a national network of officers and community leaders to foster positive police-community relations. He has coordinated events in 10 states, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, while also creating and teaching community-focused training programs across the country.

During his tenure with Brookhaven Police Department, Kevin demonstrated leadership in managing community programs such as Faith & Blue and Citizen’s Police Academy, while also designing and implementing training programs on de-escalation, case law, and tactical concepts. His innovative Defensive Tactics program earned him the 2019 Meritorious Service Award, and his commitment to community engagement was recognized with the 2021 Chief’s Award.

Education & Certifications

• AAS in Criminal Justice, Eastern Gateway Community College
• Crime Prevention Practitioner and CPTED Practitioner (certified since 2015)
• Georgia POST Advanced LEO, Supervisor, and Instructor Certifications
• TASER Master Instructor (Axon Enterprise, 2022)

Core Skills

• Program Development & Expansion
• Training & Staff Development
• Community Engagement & Outreach
• Strategic Planning & Execution

Jason Iken brings over 22 years of engineering and operational leadership experience to ShockTown’s YES Community Program. As a Professional Engineer (TX #90181), he has demonstrated expertise in program execution, operational management, and construction oversight. His career highlights include managing budgets of up to $370M and leading teams of over 700 employees within the City of Houston’s Wastewater Operations Branch.

Jason is a proven entrepreneur, owning and operating diverse businesses, including Evolution Fitness and Wellness, where he excels in finance, client care, and system automation. His common-sense approach to problem-solving and ability to balance daily operations with long-term vision make him a valuable asset to our organization.

Jason is also a seasoned public speaker, having presented at numerous conferences and civic events, including those sponsored by the University of Houston, the Water Environment Association of Texas, and the Buffalo Preservation Association. His technical expertise and leadership skills align with our mission to empower youth and build strong, resilient communities.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, South Dakota State University (1995)
• Incident Command System (Levels 100–800)
• CPR / First Aid / AED
• Superior Customer Service and Performance Management Training

Professional Affiliations

• Water Environment Federation
• American Public Works Association
• Texas Associations of Wastewater Agencies