Meet Ashton Burrell
Leader. Mentor. Advocate for Change.
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Biography
Biography
Ashton Burrell is the founder of the Hometown Hero Club and the Live Mentorship Program (LMP), which he launched in 2011 while a sophomore at Lincoln University. LMP has since transformed over 3,000 students' lives, ensuring a 100% high school graduation rate for participating seniors.
Beyond mentoring, Ashton's dedication extends to social justice, civic leadership, and community advocacy. He has organized national relief efforts, championed equity and inclusion, and supported hundreds of families and students across the country.
Today, Ashton serves as the Chairman of the Human Relations Council for the State of New Jersey, and is an active member of the NAACP and the Highland Park Human Relations Commission.
He has been featured in USA Today, WBLS, London Journal, and BET, and honored with numerous awards including:
Johnson & Johnson MLK Community Service Award
NAACP New Brunswick President's Award
Spread the Word Humanitarian Award
Highland Park MLK Humanitarian Award
2025 NJEA MLK Jr Award
Education
Education
B.S. in Business Management
B.S. in Business Management
Lincoln University
M.S. in Business
M.S. in Business
Human Resources Management - Lincoln University
Doctoral Candidate
Doctoral Candidate
Educational Leadership – Curriculum & Leadership Development
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
To inspire impact, cultivate leadership, and build bridges that strengthen communities everywhere.
Vision Statement
Vision Statement
A world where empowered leaders and inclusive communities drive sustainable change.
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