The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of BuildingBlocs, where he leads the organization’s strategic vision, financial operations, and cross-platform program development. A former U.S. Marine and disabled veteran, Aaron brings a unique blend of discipline, creativity, and heart to his work; anchoring the company’s mission in both lived experience and professional expertise.
With a career spanning financial planning, business strategy, media production, and nonprofit leadership, Aaron is a driving force behind BuildingBlocs’ integrated education model. His leadership has shaped the development of national-scale programs such as the Built From the Inside™ system, the Family Reset Series, and The BRIGHTPath Academy.
Aaron’s commitment to equity and community empowerment is rooted in his formative years in youth organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs and the Boy Scouts of America. Today, that same spirit of service fuels his dedication to reaching underserved families, justice-impacted individuals, and learners of all ages with tools for emotional literacy, financial growth, and generational healing.
Dr. Jim Bostic serves as Senior Vice President at BuildingBlocs, where he leads our strategic implementation across reentry, justice-impacted mentorship, and trauma-informed education systems. A nationally recognized expert in behavioral health and youth development, Dr. Bostic brings decades of experience building bridges between schools, correctional programs, and community organizations.
He plays a central role in overseeing the growth and replication of our Built From the Inside™ and Pathlight Mentorship System models—helping shape curriculum fidelity, facilitator training, and local-to-statewide rollouts. Dr. Bostic is known for his deep commitment to mentorship, emotional literacy, and restorative leadership, making him a guiding force in our efforts to transform systems from within.
As a former professional athlete, educator, and executive director of multiple high-impact programs, Dr. Bostic brings a powerful combination of lived experience, clinical understanding, and policy-level insight to every initiative he supports.
Dr. Billye J. Jones serves as Senior Vice President at BuildingBlocs, where she leads the design and implementation of trauma-informed learning systems across all educational tiers; from early childhood through adult reentry. With over 25 years of experience in behavioral health, curriculum development, and youth program leadership, Dr. Jones brings both clinical depth and community-centered wisdom to every initiative.
Her leadership is central to the expansion of the Family Reset Series, the BRIGHTStartU Discovery SEL Framework, and our trauma-informed educator training models. She specializes in culturally responsive design, intergenerational healing, and translating neuroscience into practical, accessible strategies for schools, ministries, and justice-aligned settings.
Known for her warmth, clarity, and commitment to equity, Dr. Jones ensures every program we deliver is rooted in emotional safety, developmental alignment, and lived experience. Her work continues to shape how BuildingBlocs delivers scalable, healing-centered education that meets real-world needs.
A seasoned professional with extensive experience in product strategy consulting.
He excels in guiding organizations through strategic initiatives to enhance product offerings and market positioning.
His expertise spans across industries, leveraging deep insights to drive innovation and growth. Connect with him on LinkedIn to explore his professional journey and insights.
Mike has a proven track record in strategic marketing and brand management. His experience in crafting compelling narratives and engaging diverse audiences helps elevate our mission and expand our reach. Mike is dedicated to creating impactful marketing campaigns that resonate with veterans and the broader community.
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