Tyran Stallings is a proven community leader making impact in a multitude of fields. As the founder and Executive Director of The D.A.D. Initiative (Directing Adolescent Development), Tyran is dedicated to providing mentoring, cultural and career exposure, and 21st century skills training for Black youth. Under his leadership, D.A.D. has evolved from its mentoring roots, into a multifaceted organization with diverse programs catering to the needs of African American children, families, and communities.Tyran is the co-founder and co-executive director of TABLE, a non-profit that serves as a hub that catalyzes, incubates, and champions transformative Black leaders and solutions to pressing community challenges. He, along with the other prominent co-founders, work diligently to foster the next generation of Black leaders, as well as to create space for Black leaders and organizations to work collaboratively.Adding to his achievements, Tyran is also a partner in Buildwell Development Group, a black-owned residential and commercial development company. Through this venture, he not only brings properties online but also provides employment opportunities and promotes growth for minority contractors.Tyran's contributions extend beyond his organizations. He has served on several nonprofit boards, including the Hamilton County Community Action Agency, Learning Grove, and the United Way of Greater Cincinnati. His exceptional work has been recognized with numerous local and national awards, such as Who's Who in Black Cincinnati, NAACP Empowering Education award, ULYP Affirmed honoree designation, Cincinnati Regional Chamber's 2021 Making Black History award, and Goldstar’s Flavor Maker award. Tyran is a graduate of Leadership Cincinnati Class 45. Additionally, Tyran has shared his expertise on developing African American youth and communities through both his consulting work and participation in various local and national panels.