Meet The Team.
Meet the board members, team members and instructors who help Follow the Spectrum build programs, organize events and create opportunities for autism and neurodiverse families in our community.
Board of Directors
Our board provides leadership, direction and community-focused support for the mission of Follow the Spectrum.
Kyle Johnson
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Follow the Spectrum. Kyle is an adult on the autism spectrum, local community advocate, Methodist University business program graduate and Pine Forest High School alumnus.
Kres Thomas
Entrepreneur, brand strategist and community media professional. Kres leads marketing and brand development and brings experience through FayToday News, WatchOut Cumberland County, 472 Kreative and the Kind Seeds Project. He is a Fayetteville State University and Pine Forest High School alumnus.
Elijah Cox
Exceptional Children's educator at Pine Forest High School, football position coach at PFHS, Head Coach at Village Christian 2027-28, Two Six Project memeber, and community leader. Elijah helps strengthen outreach, partnerships and community engagement for Follow the Spectrum.
Team Members
Our team helps with events, planning, administration, coordination, family support, partnerships and community outreach.
Lynda Jarmon
Pine Forest High School educator who supports Follow the Spectrum's administrative work, programs and community initiatives. Lynda is also involved with the Two Six project.
Candy Olivares
Project manager, military spouse and community professional with experience supporting the United Way of Cumberland County and CraftyChica.com. Candy helps develop resources, partnerships and support opportunities for local families.
Join Our Team
Want to help Follow the Spectrum grow? We're looking for community-minded volunteers who can help with events, coordinating programs, outreach and supporting local families.
EMAIL TO JOIN THE TEAMATLAS Instructors
Educators and volunteers helping students explore art, technology, creativity and new skills through the ATLAS program.
Ieshia West
Capital Encore Academy Dean for grades 7–12. Ieshia brings professional education experience and a passion for helping young people learn, develop and succeed.
ATLAS Instructor Opening
We're seeking an additional volunteer instructor. Applicants should have experience in Exceptional Children education, autism-related employment, child development or a closely related field.
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