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Hank Davis is the Executive Director of ICONS. For the past 30 yrs, Hank has served as an advocate for at-risk youth and young adults. His passion, drive and commitment to the growth and development of our next generation led to the formal creation of ICONS. It often takes a collective effort to help drive the success of individuals. Hank’s unique perspective and experience with overcoming obstacles within his life gives him the credibility that brings out commitment and drive from the youth served by ICONS. 

Hank’s road to success has not been easy. There are not many negative things that he hasn’t seen or experienced. As an uneducated African American teen, Hank’s poor decisions, ‘fortunately’ led him down the path to incarceration where he served nearly 12 yrs. in the Ohio Penal System. Within that time, as an incarcerated young, uneducated, African American male not only did Hank graduate from high school but he also went on to complete college courses in Business Administration. He served as a teacher’s aide assisting many others in achieving their educational goals. As an unmotivated and unfocused youth he knows what it took to elevate him to the motivational, focused leader that he is today. As he shares his history, troubled youth can often recognize his path as one that is all too familiar. Since Hank’s last brush with the law over two decades ago, he has served as a positive driving force developing ICONS within local communities.

Hank’s Achievements Include: State Certified Underground Utilities Locator (CLS), State Certified Quality Inspector (Ford), Co-owner of IT consulting firm, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification, Certified Member of Cleveland Ohio Peacemakers Alliance, Gang Intervention & Prevention Certification and, Conflict Resolution & Mediation Certification 

Gwen Davis has been leading ICONS operations and co-leading programs since its inception, helping many people realize their potential as ICONS or individuals collectively overcoming negative situations. While ICONS specializes in gang prevention and intervention, our focus is on prevention! Working with youth to instill personal assets that they can use to reach a successful future. ICONS uses coaching, mentoring, education and youth advocacy to teach youth and young adults to become leaders and successful community partners. 

In addition to ICONS Leadership and Program Management, Gwen has led many multi-million-dollar programs and initiatives over the course of her 35+ career at the IRS, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Kaiser Permanente and KeyBank working across many levels of management. Gwen is a native Clevelander, earned her Bachelor of Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, from Cleveland State University; a Paralegal Associates Degree and is a Six Sigma Green Belt Certified Project Manager. 

Gwen and Hank enjoy being grandparents with children leading successful lives across many industries. They are long-time campers who like to get “off the grid” and put their RV to use every chance they get.