Meet our directors
COREY WADE - president & founder
Our President and Founder, Corey Wade is a Captain of Norfolk Fire Rescue. He created the Smiles on Faces organization with over 16 years of experience within the Fire department leading a team of fire fighters, mentoring his community and leading recruitment and development within his organization. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science and Business Administration.
Captain Wade created Smiles on Faces to give opportunities to children in urban communities despite being in unique circumstances.
Captain Wade believes that Smiles on Faces will leave lasting impacts that can allow children to thrive and follow their dreams.
marcus wade - Executive director
Marcus Wade serves as the Executive Director of Smiles on Faces. Mr. Wade is a Hampton University alumni with a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree in Sports Medicine. Mr. Wade provides coaching and leadership to our youth within our communities by fostering youth programs, mentorships and camps.
Mr. Wade believes that he can make a difference in the lives of the youth by focusing on their needs and the possibilities of their future. Each child's future is reachable if they're given an opportunity.
He enjoys creating opportunities for the youth of today that he wishes that he had growing up as a kid.
barbara latimer - Treasurer
Barbara Latimer serves as the Treasurer of Smiles on Faces.
Ms. Latimer is a retired corporate manager with over 35 years of experience in the areas of commercial and consumer sales, project management, and customer service.
She enjoys finding fulfillment and purpose working as a teacher in the local public school system.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Legal Studies from Clayton State University,
Ms. Latimer believes from her personal experience that we can't expect kids to focus their minds on education if their mental and emotional needs aren't addressed too.
Ms. Latimer states, "I was one of the kids who as a child benefited from organizations like this one. I firmly support its mission and look forward to the hard work ahead."
