Who We Are

Transitions, TLC

Changing the World - One Person at a Time

About Us

307.640.0424 Cell

wdharms@transitions-tlc.org

Executive Director

Rev. William D. Harms, DPhil

Transitions, TLC, is a not-for-profit organization formed under the umbrella of the Family of God Church in Casper, Wyoming, as a post-doctoral project by Casper native, Bill Harms.

Dr. Harms’ doctoral work at Oxford Graduate School centered on prisoner rehabilitation and key items that lead a released prisoner back to a life of crime. Master’s studies in Family Life Education concentrated on transition and rehabilitation effects on ex-offender children and family units. Post-doctoral studies focus on mentor burnout and the biopsychosocial/spiritual foundations of sociological change. Current publications include: Mentoring to People in Crisis, Effectiveness of Religious Programming in Reducing the Rate of Recidivism; and soon to be completed, I’m Home, Do You Still Love Me?.

Transitions, TLC, is an integration of Faith-Based programming with the social goals of reducing recidivism, stabilizing families, and breaking the cycle of crime for children of offenders.

Our Board of Directors

R. Alvin Harrison:

Alvin is a community leader and owner of several national businesses. Alvin’s Christian business philosophy of empowering employees and equipping them for success has enabled his enterprises to be some of the fastest growing success stories in Tennessee. This grass-roots philosophy is the foundation on which Transitions, TLC, is based, and has led to significant success in a wide range of business. Alvin was educated in an area of Tennessee that will be home to one of the pilot Transition projects.

e-mail – aharrison@voltrucking.com

work phone - 423-775-6278

Karl Kinkead, MSME:

Karl retired as president of TYCO fire products division. His managerial supervision included multi-country, multi-state operations including franchise and value-added retailers. Karl’s experience with management, finance, and multi-divisional business operations bring valuable depth to this mission. Currently Karl is pursuing a Doctoral degree through Liberty University as he pursues his passion of teaching young Christians. Karl holds a Master’s degree in engineering from Auburn.

e-mail: kinkead@msn.com

work phone: 423.332.8477

Colonel Paul Lawhorn, USAF (Ret), DPhil:

Paul’s experience with government, contract administration, protocol, management, education, and public relations are a natural complement to this mission. Currently, Paul is administering a ROTC program in San Antonio, TX while pursuing a Master’s degree in information management and library science. Paul holds a Doctor of Philosophy from Oxford Graduate School, a Master’s degree and ABD Doctoral degree in government administration from the University of Alabama.

e-mail: llawhorn@satx.rr.com

home phone: 830.981.5100

Bill Starkey, MA:

As vice president and section manager for BB&T, Bill coordinates the information technology implementation for bank conversions, acquisitions, and upgrades. Bill’s knowledge of integrating business resources into a single entity and his affinity for detailed efficiency are a critical element to Transitions, TLC. Bill is pursuing a Doctoral degree through Oxford Graduate School and holds a Master’s degree in Theology from the Houston Graduate School of Theology.

e-mail: bill_starkey@mac.com

work phone: 336.733.0520

Reverend Robert Ona, MBA, DPhil (c):

Bob is the Senior Associate Pastor and administrative manager of Calvary Temple. Bob brings multi-level Christian ministry, fundraising, and integrated business expertise to Transitions, TLC. In addition to Bob’s pastoral duties, he administers a several thousand member church, Kindergarten through twelfth grade school, a post-secondary school of praise and worship, and several social service ministries with regional impact. Bob is currently negotiating to be a campus for an accredited bachelor’s-level Bible college while finalizing his own Doctoral degree at Oxford Graduate School. Bob holds Master’s degrees in Theology and Business.

e-mail: bona@calvarytemple.com

work phone: 209.529.7346

Eunice Reynolds, EdD:

Eunice has worked as an administrator of Federal and State programs for over 20 years. As a Dean, department head, and professor of several Tennessee universities and colleges, Eunice has integrated creative thinking to train teams to practically implement programs and policies. Eunice’s combination of implemented training and grant procurement and administration greatly compliment the Transitions, TLC, team. Eunice holds a Doctorate degree in Education from the University of Tennessee, Master's from Wayne State U, Detroit, MI; BS in Bus Admin & Education from Berea, KY. Eunice also holds the rank of Major and serves as Aide to 4-Star General Robert Zimmerman, Regional Director of Homeland Security’s Volunteer Support Services Command.

e-mail: eunice1@comcast.net

work phone: 423.386.4060

Reverend Ronald Whitlach, DPhil:

Ron has served as senior pastor of the Family of God Church, bookstore, and prayer center for over 24 years. Additionally, Ron has held a position as a counselor at an inpatient Drug and Alcohol abuse center, and is the President of the Central Wyoming Evangelical Fellowship. Transition, TLC, is currently operating under the 501 (c) 3 umbrella of the Family of God Church, as Wyoming Prison Ministries. Ron’s community ties offer a great foundation for a pilot test center in Wyoming. Ron holds Master’s degrees in art and theology, and a Doctoral degree in the Integration of Religion and Society from Oxford Graduate School.

e-mail: drwhitl@bresnan.net

work phone: 307.235.3176

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