Raise Up Nation Executive Team
Johnnie B. Lloyd, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer
Transformational Leadership | Financial Strategist | The Mindset MAVEN
Johnnie Lloyd is the powerhouse behind Raise Up Nation—a global movement dedicated to mindset mastery, economic empowerment, and generational transformation. As our Founder and Chief Visionary Officer, Johnnie brings over 40 years of leadership, financial acumen, and mindset expertise to help individuals and organizations move from survival to sustainable success.
Affectionately known as The Mindset MAVEN, Johnnie is a Master NeuroChange Trainer, accomplished author, and sought-after speaker who integrates neuroscience, biblical principles, and strategic coaching into every aspect of our mission. Her focus is on helping people break free from limiting beliefs, align with purpose, and build a future grounded in clarity, confidence, and financial stability.
What She Brings to Raise Up Nation:
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Master NeuroChange Leadership – Guiding our programs and coaches with brain-based, purpose-driven transformation tools
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Vision-Driven Strategy – Shaping the direction and structure of R.U.N. with a heart for scalability, sustainability, and community impact
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Thought Leadership – Delivering high-impact keynotes and authorship that inspire real-world change in mindsets, habits, and systems
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Financial Wisdom – Leveraging over 54 years of financial experience, including managing $3.8 billion in federal and private sector funds
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Government & Global Insight – Bridging public sector leadership and entrepreneurial innovation with integrity and foresight
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Legacy-Focused Coaching – Equipping leaders to rise, teams to thrive, and communities to transform
Johnnie’s lifelong mission is to eradicate poverty at its roots—in the mind, in the family, and in the systems that perpetuate limitation. Through Raise Up Nation, she continues to multiply her impact, building leaders and launching legacies that outlast the moment.
“Note: Johnnie B. Lloyd leads Raise Up Nation in a transformational and educational capacity. While she is certified in NeuroChange and Executive Coaching, her serives ae not therapeutic or clinical in nature.,
Dr. Patrice Berry, Psy.D.
Strategic Advisor & Transformational Coach (Non-Therapeutic Role)
Dr. Patrice Berry brings a powerful combination of academic insight, lived experience, and compassionate leadership to Raise Up Nation in a non-clinical capacity. As a content creator, speaker, author, and coach, she supports our mission of transformation through mindset renewal and emotional well-being strategies—without providing psychological or therapeutic services.
With more than 15 years of trauma-informed care experience, Dr. Berry deeply understands how early adversity and life transitions impact personal growth. At R.U.N., she serves as a thought leader and program contributor, helping guide our organization’s holistic approach to equipping individuals and families with tools for resilience, purpose, and generational change.
Often affectionately referred to as “Ms. Patrice” by youth, she’s known for her approachable, heart-centered perspective. Her passion is to empower families and individuals with actionable insights, helping break limiting cycles and championing emotional clarity—from the classroom to the boardroom.
“Please note: Dr. Berry’s role with Raise Up Nation is advisory and educational only. She does not provide clinical psychology or therapy services under this nonprofit.”
Dr. Berry has a YouTube Channel where she has posted the following educational information on a variety of related topics. Here are a few of her videos:
- Avoiding Burnout: https://youtu.be/
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- Parenting in the Midst of a Pandemic: https://youtu.be/
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- Finding Purpose After Trauma: https://youtu.be/
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- Adoption: Myths, Adoption, & 7 core issues: https://youtu.be/
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- Practical Tips for Anger Management: https://youtu.be/
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- Helping the Helper: https://youtu.be/
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- Tips – Monitoring Kids/Teens Social Media: https://youtu.be/
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- Counseling Versus Coaching: https://youtu.be/
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Jeffery Lloyd
Enterprise Developer, Educator, & Digital Strategist
Business Innovation | Technology Leadership | Education for the Future
With over 21 years of experience in enterprise development and digital innovation, Jeffery is a dynamic force in building future-forward solutions for small businesses and startups. As a strategic partner at Raise Up Nation, he brings expertise in web development, business formation, and entrepreneurial training to help visionaries bring their ideas to life in today’s global economy.
An expert in launching businesses from the ground up, Jeff specializes in designing and maintaining websites optimized for mobility, growth, and sustainability—particularly for 21st-century entrepreneurs seeking a streamlined digital presence. His additional mastery in state and federal compliance has helped hundreds of business owners successfully file, structure, and scale their ventures.
Beyond business, Mr. Lloyd is also a highly respected educator with over 20 years of classroom and curriculum development experience. He’s a trailblazer in distance learning, combining cutting-edge instructional design with real-world application to support learners and leaders alike in an emerging educational landscape.