Set Your Mind On Things Above

Reverend Ryan Lamont Jones, a native of Columbia, South Carolina, is the founder and CEO of Ryan L. Jones & Associates, Inc. a successful, diverse personal and professional development firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. He is recognized as a dynamic nationally respected professional speaker, consultant, certified abstinence educator, performance improvement specialist, author and transformational trainer who conduct personal and professional development seminars for Fortune 500 companies, individuals, churches, educational institutions, government agencies and non-profit organizations.He has risen to national prominence by delivering highly penetrating speeches and effective programs that help people shake off mediocrity, destroy personal barriers and live up to their greatest potential. His words and admirable communications skills have helped countless people align themselves with happiness and create a mindset that attracts success and excellence. His civic and professional involvement includes member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; International Association of Christian Chaplains, Inc; Member Associate of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors; Association of Black Cardiologists; Urban League Guild of Atlanta and served on the Board of Directors for several organizations.Some of his other accomplishments, achievements and accolades are: South Carolinas Communities In Schools Volunteer of the Year (1999); recognized by the Charleston Business Journal as one of the Forty Under 40 (2000); profiled as one of the Trident Black Pages Up Front personalities; and was named the 2005 Atlanta School Counselors Association Advocate of the Year.As a motivational speaker, Reverend Jones has given countless hours and much energy educating, empowering and encouraging youth throughout the nation on the motto Set Your Mind On Things Above.