Meet The Board
Jason Radford - Board Chair
Jason is the founder of Radford Building Company in Durham, a local firm dedicated to designing and building custom homes, renovations, and additions. His work is centered on excellence, strong relationships, and creating spaces that truly matter for families. With a passion for serving people and investing in the community, Jason is honored to serve on the advisory board of the Bull City Woodshop, where he supports craftsmanship, education, and the next generation of skilled trades.
Lawrence Jenkins - Treasurer
Lawrence currently serves as Senior Vice President and Controller for Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic). In this role, he oversees
accounting, treasury, and asset‑liability management, helping guide the financial strategy and risk posture of the organization. He brings a deep passion for financial education, inclusive community spaces, and self‑discovery through hands‑on experiences, and considers it an honor to serve on the Bull City Woodshop Board of Directors.
Lawrence holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from North Carolina Central University. A lifelong learner, he pursued and earned both the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designations. He is an active member of the North Carolina Association of CPAs and the Institute of Management Accountants.
On weekends, Lawrence enjoys making new memories with his wife and their two young daughters.
Jamil Johnson - Director
With over two decades of experience in financial services and five years in real estate, I bring a deep understanding of both finance and community development. My commitment to service began when I joined the North Carolina National Guard just months after my 17th birthday, and it has guided me ever since. I’m passionate about advocating for those without a voice and was deeply inspired by the story and mission of BCW. My children have directly benefited from the dedication and generosity of BCW’s volunteers, and I’m honored to give back by helping other families in our community experience that same support and impact.
Caroline Johnson - Director
Caroline Johnson is a homeschool mom, entrepreneur, and passionate community member dedicated to helping Bull City Woodshop empower the next generation of makers. As the founder of Blu Emerald Media Services, a Durham-based social media marketing agency, Caroline brings her expertise in storytelling and outreach to strengthen the Woodshop’s visibility and community partnerships. When she’s not homeschooling or crafting social media strategies, you’ll find her leading a weekly cardio based fitness community class for women in the community.
Dr. Jameya Jones - Director
Dr. Jameya Jones is a dedicated workforce development professional with extensive experience supporting employers and building work-based learning programs. Her current work centers on creating K–12 work-based learning opportunities in Durham Public Schools, where she has served since 2014 and now works as the Lead Workforce Development Coordinator in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department.
Dr. Jones has led the development of apprenticeship programs, managed grants, and built strong partnerships with local businesses and colleges. She oversees the Rising Stars summer internship program for rising juniors and seniors, connecting students with experiences at both local companies and global organizations such as Merck and GSK. She also coordinates summer career experiences for students in grades 6–12, informed by her research on labor market trends and industry needs.
Active in the Durham community, Dr. Jones serves on the Durham Workforce Development Board. A Durham native, she is a proud alumna of Hampton University and North Carolina A&T, and recently earned her Doctor of Education from UNC Chapel Hill, where her research focused on AVID programs and student agency.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, their 3-year-old son, 1-year-old daughter, family, and friends.