Ronnie King
Ronnie King is the founder of the MyVillage Project, a community platform that brings together families, nonprofits, creators, and stakeholders to provide educational projects for students. These initiatives focus on self-development, innovation, and entrepreneurship. King also serves as the chair of the MyVillage Project 鶹 Fund, which invests in innovative community projects designed by local volunteers and stakeholders. The fund has distributed over $4 million and supported the projects of more than 300 grassroots nonprofits throughout Florida.
In addition, King is the CEO of the Scratchwerk ^EDU tech training curriculum and podcast, which aims to help communities challenge conventional thinking and empower students to navigate the intersection of technology, culture, and humanity. He led the development of the "Coding in Color" summer camp series and tech training initiative, which has enabled over 500 students to earn industry certifications. As a result, these students have collectively earned over $800,000 while acquiring new skills in game development, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.
King also serves as the president and co-chair of the Annual Urban Ed Symposium, and has been appointed to several boards and commissions, including chair of the Library Board of Trustees for the City of Jacksonville and the Safety & Crime Reduction Commission. Through his involvement with these organizations, King has designed and participated in numerous educational opportunities for students across Florida. He is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and a proud father of two beautiful daughters.