Dr. Adren Wilson currently serves as the Vice President of Youth Opportunity Programs and Executive Director for My Brother’s Keeper Alliance at the Obama Foundation. In this role, he leads the signature program created by President Obama and guides the efforts of thousands in over 200 communities across America.

Adren received his bachelor’s degrees in History and Political Science from Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, a master’s degree in public administration from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, and a Doctorate Degree in Public Policy from the Nelson Mandela School of Government at Southern University. In 1995, LSU established the Adren Wilson Outstanding LSU Ambassador Award in his honor.

Dr. Adren Wilson’s achievements are truly commendable, as they mirror his profound sense of commitment, hard work, and passion. Bold spirited, he hurdled countless challenges while growing up in extreme poverty in rural Louisiana.