“Success is earned, not given.”
Focused on mentorship, leadership, and creating opportunities that help others build lasting success.
Driven by a passion for leadership and developing others, Shani Shand is committed to helping individuals grow both personally and professionally. She studied Criminal Justice at John Jay Community College, where she developed a strong foundation in discipline, accountability, and service.
What Shani values most about the business is the opportunity to teach, train, and coach others while building meaningful relationships and guiding individuals toward their full potential. She believes strong leadership is rooted in mentorship, integrity, and a commitment to developing the people around you.
Motivated by her daughter and the vision of creating generational wealth, Shani remains focused on building an environment where individuals can grow, succeed, and create lasting impact.
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” — Maya Angelou
Driven by personal growth, opportunity, and strong leadership models, LaCentheah brings a passion for building culture and developing people.
Before joining Surmount, she worked with a non-profit dance company, where she developed a deep appreciation for collaboration, community, and creative environments.
She is committed to contributing to a culture where people are encouraged to grow, lead, and reach their full potential.
“Everything happens for a reason.”
ScyDayah Quest previously worked with special education children, where she developed patience, compassion, and strong communication skills. She values the culture of the industry and appreciates the positive environment that encourages growth and teamwork.
She is motivated by maintaining a strong attitude and mindset each day and believes that perspective plays a powerful role in personal and professional success. A unique fun fact about ScyDayah is that all the girls on her paternal side of the family have names that begin with “Scy.”
“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3
Hasia completed a business consulting internship in Dallas, where she gained hands-on experience working with a team, communicating with clients, and developing her professional skills. She is motivated by her family, her future, and the desire to build a successful life for herself.
Driven by setting goals and seeing her progress along the way, Hasia is focused on graduating from college, building a successful career in business, and becoming financially independent. She is committed to continuing her growth both personally and professionally.
“The fastest way is always straight.”
Carson Baylor is driven by growth and the desire to create greater opportunities for himself and his family. His background includes work in an automotive warehouse and at the front desk of the Hilton Hotel, where he developed strong customer service and communication skills.
He values the welcoming culture and growth-focused environment of the business. Outside of work, he enjoys hunting and fishing.
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Rodrick is motivated by personal growth and the opportunity to create lasting change in his life. With a background in marketing and sales, he developed strong communication and relationship-building skills.
He is driven to build a legacy for his family while positively impacting others along the way.
“The doorway is for you to fit through, and you’re trying to carry everybody else through… you gotta rescue you first. I am much more valuable to my family and to my community because I was willing to let them go.”
Leslie brings experience from fast food, warehouse operations, and dental technology, along with helping her father run his business. These experiences have shaped her work ethic and her desire to create greater opportunities for herself and the people she cares about.
Motivated by the pursuit of freedom and long-term stability, Leslie is focused on building a life where she and her mother no longer have to worry about necessities. Her long-term vision is to create an abundance that allows her to give back, expose her mother and others to new experiences, build multiple businesses and investments, and ultimately retire by the age of 45.
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