Family Life and Community Resource Center

Dr. Ilene Harper is a distinguished educator with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as the founder and Executive Director of the Family Life and Community Resource Center (FLCRC). 

Her fundraising efforts have yielded nearly $5 million for FLCRC programs and services.

Dr. Harper is dedicated to empowering individuals by fostering a culture of belief in their abilities. She has presented to thousands of attendees at conferences and events at the national, state, and local levels. Her leadership has been instrumental in developing successful K-12 school district initiatives, which have received national and state awards, showcasing her dedication to educational excellence. Dr. Harper has shared her expertise at a Congressional Briefing in Washington, D.C. and has been featured as a leader in education in several issues of Educational Leadership magazine. She is the author of several publications, including the College and Career Preparation Manual, Youth Ambassador Leadership Education program, Investing in Yourself Entrepreneurship program, and numerous training materials.

With a distinguished record as a Silver Star recipient and lifetime member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Dr. Harper serves on the YMCA board and engages with various community advisory boards and committees. She is the proud wife of Lieutenant Colonel Eric Harper and mother to three lovely children and three charming grandchildren.

Dr. Sharon Bennett Delesbore works as a public school educator having served in various roles including middle school science teacher, athletic coach, high school science instructional specialist, middle school principal, educational consultant, and currently, high school assistant principal for 30 years.

Her passion is to encourage and serve as reflected in her voluntary service as president of two non-profit organizations, the Association for Multicultural Science Education and the Family, Life & Community Resource Center; as well as instilled in her as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

In her spare time, Sharon loves shopping which speaks to her entrepreneurial spirit, influencing her decision to become an independent sales consultant with the Mary Kay Corporation. Desiring daily to walk in her purpose, Dr. D. wishes to encourage youth and members of diverse populations to #glowinyourglory.

Kodi Rowden is a passionate advocate for fashion inclusivity, founded The Koko Cheri Collection to bridge the gap she observed in stylish, accessible clothing for women. Her eye for unique styles and firm belief that fashion should be available to everyone, regardless of size, led her to launch her line in early May2020. The collection offers a range of sizes up to 3X, ensuring that every woman can find fashionable pieces that make them feel confident and beautiful.The inspiration to start her own business was deeply personal for Kodi. After the sudden and tragic loss of her closest high school friend, who struggled with depression and addiction, Kodi was reminded of how unpredictable life can be. This event spurred her to pursue her long-standing dream of starting a fashion brand, not just as a business venture but as a tribute to her friend. Kodi’s goal was to create a brand that embodied the ethos of living fully and passionately—values that her friend had cherished.

The Koko Cheri Collection is a movement of Empowerment and Community engagement. Kodi Rowden Focuses on several key initiatives like Autism Awareness, Mental Health Awareness, Breast Cancer, and Black advancement in Tech.

Kodi,  an Ohio Native, has called Houston her home for the past 18 years. Kodi is a mom to two young boys, Caleb 10 & Mack 7.

Through The Koko Cheri Collection, Kodi continues to inspire and uplift, making each piece a demonstration of individuality, style, and the power of clothing.