Go Get It!
Mission: We aim to improve the lives of underserved and underemployed men by equipping them with the necessary job readiness tools to excel in high functioning work environments.
Vision: A world where underserved and underemployed men—regardless of their background—have the resources, confidence, and community support they need to succeed personally and professionally.
Our Journey
Meet the Executive Director
Daniel Montgomery is a Polypropylene Lab Technician at Pinnacle Polymers, where he specializes in material testing and quality assurance. A graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Daniel brings scientific insight and attention to detail to every part of the lab process. Outside of work, he stays active — whether he’s working out, playing golf, reading, or adding to his growing collection of unique finds. Daniel’s purpose is to help people, especially black men, develop self confidence in the professional arena. Not only to gain employment in their desired career, but to excel. Having to navigate professional spaces that are predominately white, Daniel hopes to use those lessons and skills he's learned to help young men that may face the same trials.
Our Journey
Meet the Co-Executive Director
Iriane “Irie” McCray is a proud native of New Orleans—a mother, author, educator, and advocate whose work is rooted in storytelling, cultural empowerment, and community impact. A graduate of Southern University at New Orleans with a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Irie has always found power and purpose in words. In 2018, she published her debut book, My Song, Our Song, written to uplift and support young people facing life’s challenges and emotional hardships, particularly around depression and mental health.
Outside of her work as an author and nonprofit leader, Irie remains deeply committed to uplifting her community through mentorship, wellness, and equity-focused programming. She has held various leadership roles in the social impact and nonprofit sectors, with a consistent focus on advancing opportunities for youth and under-resourced communities. As a mother and lifelong learner, Irie approaches every role with empathy, integrity, and purpose.
The Step Up Program
Our 4-week program is designed to support working men in their personal and professional development by providing workforce readiness training, access to professional resources, and a strong community of mentors and ambassadors. Men who are currently employed and seeking to better themselves through structured development opportunities should apply to this opportunity. Applications for The Step Up Program will open August 2025