MEET THE TEAM

Alex is the heart and soul of Beyond The Barr, blending his expertise as a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach from Emory University with his Human Resources certification from HRCI. With a passion for helping individuals and workplaces thrive, Alex creates simple, effective wellness strategies that empower people to elevate their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Originally from Kingstree, South Carolina, Alex now calls Atlanta home, where he’s on a mission to redefine wellness and inspire transformation. Fun Fact: Alex loves bowling, exploring the world and chasing adventures with his family and adorable pups, Aries and Cookie. His favorite travel destination so far? Vienna, Austria—check back to see where he’s headed next, or send him your suggestions!

João Victor brings a wealth of diverse experience and a solid foundation in business, holding a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. His career spans working at banking institutions, a company specializing in Uber car advertisements, and a travel agency dedicated to helping people find their dream destinations. Now, João ensures every client feels valued, supported, and empowered on their wellness journey. Fluent in three languages and a globetrotter at heart, João blends his global perspective with exceptional customer care to create meaningful connections and personalized experiences. Fun Fact: João dreams of visiting every continent and sampling local cuisines along the way. When he’s not traveling, he loves spending time with family, especially over an authentic Brazilian barbecue.

Okoro is the driving force behind Beyond The Barr’s marketing efforts, helping founders and CEOs reclaim time while fueling business growth. From creating impactful marketing campaigns to coaching entrepreneurs and raising funds for their businesses, Okoro is passionate about empowering others to reach their full potential. A former security guard turned remote work pro, he’s built a career on innovation, creativity, and a commitment to uplifting his community. Fun Fact: Okoro is a proud girl Dad, and can build just about anything—from high-performing marketing strategies to custom furniture for his home!

Muhammad is the numbers guru at Beyond The Barr, ensuring our financial operations run like a well-oiled machine. With over 5 years of experience in accounting and financial services, he’s a pro at managing transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements. Always striving for efficiency, Muhammad continuously experiments with modern finance tools and apps to find smarter ways to get things done. Fun Fact: Muhammad can’t start his day without a cup of chai—it’s his secret fuel for productivity. If there’s a new tool to simplify life, you can bet he’ll find it!

Michele is the clinical backbone of Beyond The Barr, bringing decades of experience in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, organizational leadership, and crisis intervention. With a Master’s in Urban Education and a passion for helping others, Michele has built a career transforming lives and mentoring professionals in the mental health space. She’s a trusted guide for individuals and organizations seeking holistic well-being. Fun Fact: When not working, Michele enjoys shopping—or indulging in a little online window shopping! Her happy place is Cancun, soaking up the ocean breeze and swimming in crystal-clear waters.

Kyle is the creative mind behind our visually stunning and user-friendly website. A graduate of St. Bonaventure University and founder of KayBee, Kyle specializes in designing websites that connect, engage, and grow businesses. Fun Fact: Kyle’s first big freelance project was creating a website for a local restaurant in his hometown, Binghamton, NY.

Deborah is our storytelling powerhouse, managing media strategy and amplifying the Beyond The Barr brand. With a background in journalism and years of nonprofit/public sector leadership, Deborah brings a unique blend of creativity and structure to our content strategy. Fun Fact: Deborah once emceed a national convention and has a knack for making complex topics feel relatable—whether on stage or behind the scenes.