"Alɔ" Aaron B. Wheeler D.D.

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"Alɔ "Aaron B. Wheeler, is a seasoned community leader, CEO, and Co-Founder with a…

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Volunteer Experience

  • Antelope Valley Chambers of Commerce Graphic

    Member Board of Directors

    Antelope Valley Chambers of Commerce

    - Present 1 month

    Economic Empowerment

  • Antelope Valley Chambers of Commerce Graphic

    Ambassador

    Antelope Valley Chambers of Commerce

    - Present 1 year 3 months

    Economic Empowerment

  • International Biblical Eʋe Research Institute (IBERI) Graphic

    Co-Founder & Marketing Chair

    International Biblical Eʋe Research Institute (IBERI)

    - Present 4 years 6 months

    Arts and Culture

  • Vice-Chair Advertising and Marketing Committee

    Lancaster Community Partnership

    - Present 2 years 3 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    LCP dedicated to promoting togetherness fostering diversity, inclusion, and educating the community about the importance of Juneteenth and black history as American history.

    LCP featured event is Lancaster Juneteenth

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    Member

    Academy Software Foundation - Diversity & Inclusion Working Group

    - Present 5 years 7 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    The Academy Software Foundation (ASWF) was founded in August 2018 by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (AMPAS).

    The mission of the ASWF is to increase the quality and quantity of open source contributions by developing a governance model, legal framework and community infrastructure that lowers the barrier to entry for developing and using open source software.

    Building on the strength of our community, the ASWF has established a new Diversity & Inclusion Working Group…

    The Academy Software Foundation (ASWF) was founded in August 2018 by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (AMPAS).

    The mission of the ASWF is to increase the quality and quantity of open source contributions by developing a governance model, legal framework and community infrastructure that lowers the barrier to entry for developing and using open source software.

    Building on the strength of our community, the ASWF has established a new Diversity & Inclusion Working Group with the goal of breaking down barriers to entry for open source communities. This cross-industry effort will bring together software engineers, developers, CG specialists, HR professionals and more – across studios and vendors – to help level the playing field and close some of the gaps caused by socioeconomic disparities.

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    Digital Art Community Member

    ACM SIGGRAPH

    - Present 5 years 1 month

    Science and Technology

  • Pasadena Unified School District Graphic

    Business & Entrepreneurship Academy - Advisory Board Member

    Pasadena Unified School District

    - 5 years 8 months

    Economic Empowerment

    BE Advisory Board is comprised of experienced entrepreneurs, investors, business professionals and other industry experts working with students and faculty to help facilitate and encourage entrepreneurship. BE Board assist in developing an educational business ecosystem by collaborating with academy faculty to prepare students for success in college and career. Providing teachers with curriculum support and professional development. Serving as advocates and encourage financial support for…

    BE Advisory Board is comprised of experienced entrepreneurs, investors, business professionals and other industry experts working with students and faculty to help facilitate and encourage entrepreneurship. BE Board assist in developing an educational business ecosystem by collaborating with academy faculty to prepare students for success in college and career. Providing teachers with curriculum support and professional development. Serving as advocates and encourage financial support for academy sustainability.

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    Arts, Entertainment & Media Academy - Advisory Board Member

    Pasadena Unified School District

    - 5 years 8 months

    Arts and Culture

    The Board brings together leaders and influencers of the media industries, with members acting as strategy partners, brand ambassadors, and community builders. To assist in developing curriculum and providing mentors for staff and students.

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    Business Consultant

    TechSparks Pasadena

    - 1 year 4 months

    Economic Empowerment

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    Professional Speaker

    Leadership Pasadena

    - 6 years 1 month

    Economic Empowerment

    Presentation on Entrepreneurship in Pasadena: A look at Start-Ups in Pasadena at the Leadership Pasadena's Business and Economics session.

  • Founder / Minister

    Children of Light Ministry

    - Present 10 years 9 months

    Human Rights

    Biblical Natsarenes: People of THE WAY ~ Salvation & Faith Building, Non-denominational Free Church and Ministry on our Feet, in our Homes and in our Daily Lives!

    Founded 2008 / Incorporated 2013

    Children of Light Ministry Church is a 508(c)(1)(a) Non-Denominational Free Church & Faith-Based Religious, non-profit tax-exempt organization (FBRO), applicable in all 50 states and recognized internationally under the Hague Convention of the United Nations Charter.

    How we…

    Biblical Natsarenes: People of THE WAY ~ Salvation & Faith Building, Non-denominational Free Church and Ministry on our Feet, in our Homes and in our Daily Lives!

    Founded 2008 / Incorporated 2013

    Children of Light Ministry Church is a 508(c)(1)(a) Non-Denominational Free Church & Faith-Based Religious, non-profit tax-exempt organization (FBRO), applicable in all 50 states and recognized internationally under the Hague Convention of the United Nations Charter.

    How we serve:
    Small Group Ministry
    Social Media Fellowship Ministry
    Fruitful Food Ministry
    Ministry in the Marketplace
    Prison and Juvenile Jusitice Ministry

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    District 3 Commissioner

    City of Pasadena

    - 3 years

    Politics

    Served under Assemblymember (CA-41) Chris Holden, Former Mayor of the City of Pasadena, CA

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    Treasurer, Board of Directors

    Pasadena Media

    - 3 years

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    A 501(c)3 nonprofit benefit corporation has inspired dialogue, fostered freedom of expression and continues to bridge diverse communities. The purpose is to promote, coordinate, facilitate, produce and assist public service programming on behalf of all public and community access channels.The City of Pasadena has designated PCAC as the local municipal authority of record for working with California state cable television franchises operating within the City of Pasadena.

  • Executive Board Member

    Center of Truth College

    - 2 years 1 month

    Education

    Setting the course for College Board research and determines the impact, marketing strategy and finance efforts, bringing both together to advancing mission.

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    Service Line Coordinator - Union Station Homeless Services Dinner-In-the-Park Project

    Union Station Homeless Services

    - 2 years 2 months

  • EXPLORING THE ARTS, INC. Graphic

    Mentor

    EXPLORING THE ARTS, INC.

    - 5 years 5 months

    Economic Empowerment

    As a community development and media professional, I was selected to be a mentor for Tony Bennett Arts Education Program in which I engage with 11th and 12th graders paid apprentices in one-to-one mentoring relationship.

Honors & Awards

  • 2016 International Conspicuous Valour Award

    Founders of Legion M Entertainment

    First Westcoast Recipient honored in the Americas.

  • Certificate of Appreciation

    City of Pasadena, CA

    Public Speaking - Mentoring Partners for Youth Career Enhancement Program

  • 2007-2008 Certificate of Recognition for Volunteer Service

    Assemblymember (CA-41) Chris Holden, Former Mayor and District 3 Councilmember of the City of Pasadena, CA

  • Head Instructor & Senior Executive Board Member - 3rd Degree Black Belt Rank

    Executive Black Belt Board of American Bushido Martial Arts Association

Organizations

  • American Association of Executives

    Member

    - Present

    American Association of Executives (ExecAA) founded in 2019

  • StartUp Grind Pasadena

    Chapter Director

    - Present

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