Board of Directors

Jared Salyer is the co-owner of Doors By Design, a custom iron door company he operates with his wife, Jenna. Before transitioning into business ownership, Jared spent several years in the healthcare industry, serving as Chief Financial Officer at Barrow Regional Medical Center in Winder, GA (2009–2012) and Santa Rosa Medical Center in Milton, FL (2012–2017). He later owned and operated Comfort N Mobility, a durable medical equipment company, from 2017 to 2021.

Jared earned both his bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science and a master’s degree in Business Administration from Florida State University, where he also played football under legendary coach Bobby Bowden from 2003 to 2006.

He and Jenna, a Pensacola native and Tate High School graduate, have been married for 16 years. They are the proud parents of two children: Camden (14), a competitive dancer with LaBelle Performing Arts, and Jagger (12), who plays football and basketball at LEAD Academy.

Originally from Robinson, Illinois, Jared comes from a family of strong values and service. His father, Roger, worked as a refinery operator for Marathon Oil Company, and his mother, Deb, is a retired high school guidance counselor and multi-sport collegiate athlete. His brother, Nathan, is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who served as a sniper. Jared’s grandfathers both served in World War II, with his grandfather, A.H. Salyer, surviving 11 months as a prisoner of war in Germany after his plane was shot down.

Jared and his family are active members of Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola, FL. He currently serves as a board member for Ministry Village at Olive, a member of the Rotary Club of Pace, a board member for the Escarosa Suicide Prevention Coalition, and a board member and football coach at LEAD Academy.

Dr. Elwin Jones holds both an MBA and a Ph.D. in Business Administration and Leadership. His professional journey includes a distinguished 25-year career with Walmart, followed by 16 years in higher education, where he has focused on developing future business leaders.

Elwin has been married to his wife, Rene, for over 47 years. They are proud parents of two daughters and enjoy spending time with their growing family, which includes seven grandchildren and one great-grandson.

A committed community leader, Dr. Jones has served on the boards of the Northwest Florida Children’s Association and the Better Business Bureau of Northwest Florida. He has also held leadership roles with the First Tee of Northwest Florida and Milk and Honey Ministries.

Owns & operates an Electronic Security Firm. Morgan has served on the Most Excellent Way Ministry Team at Olive for 17 years. The Lord Jesus Christ delivered her from the horrible life of an alcoholic on March 4, 2006, through the Most Excellent Way.

Bryce Burch is a dedicated real estate professional and community leader based in Pensacola, Florida. As the owner of Pensacola Bay Realty, he specializes in property management, real estate sales, and helping clients grow their investment portfolios. Beyond his business, he is passionate about serving others, which led him to join the board of Ministry Village. Through this role, he supports efforts to help homeless and abused women, provide health care, and aid addiction recovery. With a heart for ministry and a mission to improve the quality of life for those he serves, he brings strategic vision and leadership to both his business and community efforts. He and his wife, Sarah, are raising their four energetic daughters, instilling in them the values of faith, service, and perseverance.