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board & Council

People Behind the Mission

Meet the dedicated leaders and the founder whose passion for inclusion drives every program, every partnership, and every child we serve.

Board and Council

The Team Behind the Vision

Rooted in the community they serve, our board brings the leadership, experience, and heart to turn vision into impact.

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Dr. Paula D. Thomas

Dr. Paula D. Thomas is an accomplished educator and instructional leader with more than 16 years of experience in K–12 and higher education. She holds a Doctor of Education in Leadership and currently serves as an Autism Spectrum Disorder Teacher with Detroit Public Schools Community District and an Adjunct English Instructor at Wayne County Community College District. Dr. Thomas has extensive expertise in special education, English language arts, multilingual learning, and instructional leadership. Licensed as both a teacher and principal in multiple states, she is dedicated to advancing educational equity, mentoring educators, and driving meaningful, system-wide impact that supports the success of all learners.
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Gerald Scruggs, Sr.

Gerald Scruggs, Sr. is a Nationally Certified Annuity Advisor and Insurance Broker with over 25 years of experience in worksite and employee benefits. He built his career serving major clients including the Detroit Board of Education, City of Detroit, and LA County Unified School District. He is the founder of Your Benefit Solutions, LLC, where he takes a holistic approach to retirement and wealth management for businesses, unions, associations, and individuals.
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Nona McCrary

Nona McCrary of Success Wellness Tax & Consulting brings 30 years of experience in tax consulting, financial guidance, and business support. As a credit specialist, she helps individuals and organizations strengthen their financial foundation through education, strategy, and personalized solutions. Nona is passionate about using her expertise to create lasting impact and help communities build pathways to success.
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Kenyatta Walton

Kenyatta Walton is a seasoned finance and accounting executive with more than 20 years of experience leading accounting operations, financial reporting, process improvement, and team development for both public and private companies. A graduate of Jackson State University with a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Keller Graduate School of Management with a master’s degree in Accounting and Financial Management, Kenyatta is passionate about mentorship, leadership development, and creating opportunities for others to succeed. Outside of her professional endeavors, Kenyatta enjoys traveling, reading, attending sporting events, and spending time with family and friends.
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Jamar Hardy

Jamar Hardy is an experienced athletic administrator, educator, and community leader dedicated to creating opportunities for youth through sports, education, and mentorship. With a background in athletic program management and community engagement, he has worked to develop inclusive programs that promote academic achievement, leadership, and personal growth. Jamar Hardy is passionate about empowering young people, strengthening communities, and using athletics as a vehicle for positive change. His commitment to service and youth development aligns closely with the mission of the organization.
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Meet Our Founder

Myia Tinnon

Executive Director, Motor-Vation Training Project

Myia brings over 23 years of experience in education, having taught Physical Education and Adapted Physical Education, and served as a Teacher Consultant for Exceptional Students — work that reflects her deep commitment to inclusive, accessible programming for all abilities. 



 

A passionate advocate for youth development, Myia has coached Special Olympics, coordinated Unified Sports, and coached Volleyball and Track during her tenure, building communities where every athlete belongs and thrives. Her years working with exceptional students inspired her to create a space where movement, sport, and inclusion come together. In her spare time, Myia enjoys working out, reading, traveling, and spending time with her children.

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Our Story

Born from Belief. Built on Belonging.

Motor-Vation Training Project was founded in 2025 from a simple but powerful belief: wellness should be accessible, inclusive, and rooted in belonging for individuals of all abilities and their families.

 

After witnessing firsthand how cost, limited programming, and inaccessible systems can prevent participation in wellness and recreation opportunities, our founder, Myia, saw a gap that went far beyond movement or fitness—it was a gap in community, connection, and everyday wellness access.

 

What began as a vision for inclusive movement evolved into a broader mission: creating community-based wellness and recreation opportunities that support the whole person—not just physical activity, but emotional, social, and relational well-being.

 

Today, Motor-Vation Training Project exists to expand access to inclusive wellness experiences where individuals with disabilities and their families can participate fully, build meaningful connections, and belong in every space they enter. Motor-Vation Training Project is based in Detroit, Michigan and serves youth and families in the metro Detroit area.

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The Access Gap Starts Early

Children and young adults with disabilities are significantly less likely to participate in recreational and wellness activities than their peers without disabilities—often due to barriers in access, cost, and inclusive programming.

 

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Make an Impact

Where every child and young adult should move, connect, and belong.

Every contribution supports programs that foster connection, participation, and belonging for individuals with disabilities, their peers, and their families. 

Every donation helps make this possible by supporting:

  • Inclusive wellness and recreation programming in community spaces

  • Accessible opportunities for participation and connection

  • Experiences that support social, emotional, and physical well-being

  • Reduced financial barriers for families

  • Community partnerships that expand access and inclusion

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