Chief Executive Officer & Program Visionary

Tyrana Carter holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and is the CEO of Alliance for New Beginnings, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals transition successfully back into the community. With a strong background in mental health and community support, she has devoted her career to creating transformative programs that restore lives and rebuild futures. In addition to her role at Alliance for New Beginnings, Ms. Carter serves as the Executive Director of the Fort Greene Youth Academy. In this capacity, she works to empower and support both youth and seniors within her community, providing them with opportunities for growth, development, and stability. Her leadership across both organizations reflects her deep commitment to service, advocacy, and building programs that address pressing social needs with compassion and effectiveness.

Chief Operating Officer / Director of Resident Safety and Compliance

At the helm of our operations is Avianca Carter. With over 15 years of law enforcement — including eight years as a Correction Officer and seven years as a Hospital Police Officer — Avianca brings deep expertise in crisis management, de-escalation, and regulatory compliance. In her role, she oversees daily operations, ensures adherence to safety and compliance standards, and develops resident-centered programming designed to support reentry and reduce recidivism. She has extensive experience in training staff and residents in de-escalation, crisis response, and conflict resolution, drawing on her specialized background in corrections and therapeutic techniques. As a compliance liaison, she ensures the facility meets state reentry requirements and remains audit-ready.

Chief Legal & Technology Officer (CLTO) / Director of Advocacy & Infrastructure

Tommy serves as a founding executive and director, overseeing AFNB’s legal services, technology platforms, and infrastructure. With over 30 years of paralegal experience, he leads initiatives in legal advocacy, technology integration, and facility management to ensure residents have access to justice, safety, and opportunity. As the Chief Legal & Technology Officer and Director of Advocacy & Infrastructure, Tommy Walker serves as a founding executive of Alliance for New Beginnings, responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing legal services, technology platforms, and infrastructure management to ensure smooth operations and comprehensive reentry support. This hybrid leadership role leverages Tommy’s deep legal acumen, technical background, and innovative spirit to foster safety, compliance, efficiency, and impact for residents transitioning from incarceration.

Chief Community & Strategic Partnerships Officer (CCSPO)

Gerald Prince Miller is an author, cultural historian, and social justice advocate whose life reflects resilience, transformation, and purpose. Raised in South Jamaica, Queens, during one of New York City’s most turbulent eras, he grew up amid systemic racism, poverty, and police violence that deeply shaped his outlook. A tragic encounter with injustice inspired his lifelong dedication to truth-telling, education, and community empowerment. His writing blends memoir, history, and commentary, exposing the systems that criminalize Black and poor communities while offering lessons in resilience, knowledge, and self-determination. Through books, public speaking, and mentorship, Prince amplifies silenced voices, equips the next generation with tools for change, and inspires young people to rise above systemic barriers toward justice and opportunity.