HEY!

My name is Marissa Williamson.

I’m a compassionate soul with a tenacious spirit, deeply passionate about youth development in every setting. I’m proud to be one of the Co-Founders and Chief Executive Directors of MoXie Way Incorporated, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that I built alongside my best friend of 25 years. (You’ll want to check her out below!)

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Social Work from the University of Arkansas. I'm so passionate about our youths social imprint in todays society I created and developed a curriculum called Mindfulness & Wellness, which has been successfully implemented in a Memphis-based charter school. The curriculum centers around social-emotional learning, team building, coping skills, and essential life skills-everything young people need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom to TAP INTO THEIR INNER MOXIE!!!!

As a proud mother to a sweet baby girl, I understand first hand how vital it is to know your child is in good hands when you're not there. I also believe, deeply, that “it takes a village.” At MoXie Way, we are part of that village. We serve youth and communities across the 901, and we pour our hearts into the work we do. We lead with vision, thinking forward and outside of the box to create fresh, impactful approaches that spark real change. Part of our mission is not only to serve—but to inspire. We encourage others to embrace their greatness, own their story, and rise to their fullest potential.

Every bit of love and support we receive fuels our mission, and I'm so grateful to be walking in my purpose.

#GOTHEMOXIEWAY #WHYNOT

Hi!

My name is Whitney M. Watson. I am one of two Founders and Chief Executive Directors of the 501(c)3 nonprofit organization MoXie Way, Incorporated. First, I want to state, I am authentically me. Although I am a mother, significate other, daughter, sister, friend, educator, and a lifelong learner, I am unapologetically Whitney Marie first. I am determined and full of courage. I love without end and genuinely care to the highest level. I am goofy, yet sincere, and intellectually attuned to the world around me. 

I received a Bachelors of Science in Education from the University of Memphis where I also obtained a specialization in Youth Services. I have worked with the youth all of my adult life in addition to being a parent for over 16 years. The MoXie Way Inc. Mission aligns with my life in several ways as I can identify myself as a trouble youth during my adolescent years. As I grew older, I came to understand who I am, what I want from life, and how I can help others who encountered hardships like me. Coming from a low-income family and being a first generation graduate I can identify with the struggles of those we serve on a daily basis and am more than willing to give myself to my community as that's where I find the most peace.