LaTeara Barnes serves as President of Genuinely Me, bringing a bold, community-centered vision rooted in prevention, empowerment, and sustainable change. She also holds leadership roles as Secretary of the Project Fighting Chance Board of Directors and Vice President of the SoCal Warriors Football and Cheer Board of Directors, reflecting her deep commitment to mission-driven organizations.

In her professional role as Prevention and Outreach Supervisor at Option House Inc., LaTeara oversees trainings, community outreach, volunteers and interns, and the Teen Relationship Abuse Prevention Program—advancing education, advocacy, and trauma-informed prevention efforts across the community. She is an active contributor to the Child Abuse Awareness Committee, Women’s Awareness Subcommittee, and Community Policy Advisory Committee, where her work supports impactful policy development and public awareness initiatives.

LaTeara holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Leadership and brings over 15 years of service to the communities of San Bernardino County. Her background includes 12 years in the nonprofit sector, 10 years in domestic violence and human trafficking prevention, 7 years in youth empowerment, and 4 years in nonprofit leadership and strategic planning. As President of Genuinely Me, she leads with purpose, strategy, and heart—committed to building safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.