Taylor was born and raised in Greenville and is a student at King University. Taylor describes herself as taking an untraditional path through life. After giving her life to Christ in 2018, she found a new purpose in serving others and sharing how Jesus had saved her.

Taylor joined our team as an intern, but quickly knew that she wanted to be with us long term. God clearly agreed, as Taylor accepted a position as our office manager only one month later and is now our Reach Program Director. Taylor says, “I feel so blessed that God brought me to Lead and I can’t wait to see how He uses me to serve, love, and grow his kingdom."

Taylor graduated with her Master of Social Work in May of 2026. 

Sophie is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina and is a graduate of Furman University, where she studied Sociology. During her time in college, she developed an interest in the systems and relationships that shape people’s lives and felt drawn toward work that is meaningful, relational, and rooted in service to others.

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Before joining Lead Collective, Sophie gained experience in the nonprofit and philanthropy space, where she became interested in the ways systems can either open doors or create barriers for young people.

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As Program Coordinator for Reach, she is passionate about supporting students navigating difficult circumstances and advocating for those often asked to fight upstream. Outside of work, she enjoys long walks in the sunshine, spending time with friends and family, and drinking lots (and lots) of coffee.

Robyn moved to Greenville, SC nearly 25 years ago.  When her husband died from cancer in 2003, she began her journey as a single parent of six children. This life-changing experience (and her own battle with cancer) pushed her to earn her Master’s Degree from Clemson in Student Affairs in 2017.. While in graduate school, she volunteered with the Starbucks Opportunity Youth Initiative to support career planning for students involved in a local community center, utilizing her GCDF certification.

After graduating from Clemson, Robyn joined the staff at Limestone University where for the next 5 years  she worked in advising, advocating for and recruiting students. This experience was formative for Robyn as she realized that her interests and giftings most aligned with being a part of the stories of young men and women as they begin their journey toward adulthood, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to grow, learn, and develop regardless of privilege or background. She joined Reach in October of 2023 and is amazed at the opportunity to be a part of equipping and elevating the leaders of the next generation.

Julian is from New York but was raised in Gaffney, South Carolina, he has called Greenville home for the past five years. His world revolves around his beloved wife, Meldrika, with whom he shares five blissful years of marriage and their cherished daughters, Gianna and Zuri.

A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Julian holds a major in Business and a minor in Performing Arts. With a solid foundation of 10 years in sales and leadership, he has successfully managed one of the largest insurance brokerage agencies spanning eight states along the East Coast. Julian's passion for authenticity and creativity is evident not only in his professional endeavors but also in his seven years of professional performance and dance. Since 2015, he has dedicated his time to volunteering in various ministry organizations, driven by his deep empathy for people and his unwavering belief in the limitless opportunities life offers.

Julian fervently believes in spreading hope, particularly through his faith in Jesus, to those who may feel lost or hopeless, aspiring to empower the next generation to realize their potential and pursue their dreams with unwavering determination.

Justus is a faith-filled leader, mentor, and youth development advocate, and a former school teacher and school administrator committed to helping young people lead with purpose and character. Grounded in his faith and supported by his family, Justus brings experience in youth programming, leadership development, and community engagement. He is passionate about creating environments where students feel seen, supported, and challenged to grow into who they are called to be.