Laverne Davis
Board President
Bio coming soon!
Will Fuller
Vice President
Will Fuller, a collegiate division one football player and Business Major graduate from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). He has resided in Portland over 30 years brings a heart of compassion and commitment to HHBH Board of Directors. Mr. Fuller is full of wisdom with a variety of experiences from business finance, management, youth development and coaching.
Success and challenges have both been a part of Will’s life; as a professional business man he did not give up in the face of adversity and prides himself in being an African American role model in the community. He understands the correction system and the reentry process. More importantly, he understands the need for effective help, support and opportunity at the time of release in order to cultivate a successful reentry, healing and recovery. Will says. “We need strong programs that help deal with the whole man- mind, body and soul. All phases must be present to reduce repeat offenders and control recidivism. We need to keep our people out of jail; at home with their families and working to support their needs.”
Eric Smith
Board Secretary
Eric Smith Is a devoted father and husband. His professional career is framed in helping African American fathers re-organize their lives and become effective providers for their children. He is the founder of a nonprofit that helps to navigate young adults phasing out of foster care, offering them stabilized housing and other resources to help fortify positive self-image. Eric is involved with a faith-based group that empowers men to better leaders in their homes, their communities and churches. Eric Volunteers his time in the Oregon Department of Corrections men’s facility and there, he is helping men reconcile themselves to family, the community and their faith foundation. Eric is an unapologetic Raiders fan, enjoys family time, his friends are important to him, loves to tell jokes, full of laughter and the one thing he takes seriously is everything pertaining to a good, healthy and prospero
Gionni Gambino
Board Treasurer
Gionni Gambino is a native of Portland, Oregon and prides himself in assisting and advocating for individuals and families in need. He is a pre-law student and hopes to use his knowledge of law to ensure social equity and justice for marginalized populations. Mr. Gambino currently mentor’s men in recovery and supports the growth and development of his mentees.
His long time commitment of serving others who are experiencing addiction, homelessness,and poverty through advocacy and connecting those whom he serves to long term community resources; makes him an asset to HHBH.
In his spare time Gionni enjoys hiking, camping,fishing, sports; and is considered to be a highly competent chef.