The Prime Example is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide guidance and career services to disadvantaged students, recently released non-violent offenders, and others looking to reenter the workforce in STEM technology-related careers. By offering personalized career support, skill development, and networking opportunities, The Prime Example aims to bridge the gap in STEM fields and create a more inclusive, skilled workforce. The Prime Example is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide guidance and career services to disadvantaged students, recently released non-violent offenders, and others looking to reenter the workforce in STEM technology-related careers. By offering personalized career support, skill development, and networking opportunities, The Prime Example aims to bridge the gap in STEM fields and create a more inclusive, skilled workforce.

Board Members

Treasurer, Secretary, and Board Member - Mars Hill

Marshall "Mars" Hill – Energy, Public Utilities

Caribbean born West Indian by way of Trinidad. Adopted and raised in Houston, Texas, Marshall proudly served United States Navy post Desert Storm (1992-1995). He was awarded an undergraduate degree from the University of Phoenix in Business Analytics and membership in Sigma Alpha Pi, with a qualified certification in Leadership and Professional Development. 

He has over twenty-five years in the public energy utility sector as a field technician leaning heavily on safety, leadership and accountability.  Lastly, his devotion and affirmation of faith in God is paramount.  In his spare time his interests are traveling, comedy, and visual arts.

Vice President and Board Member - Valda Dewitt

Valda Dewitt - Director, HR at Yunifire LLC

Valda is a experienced Human Resources Director with a wide range of experience ranging from public to private sector. Most recently she worked in the office of Senator Borris Miles as a Community Liaison. Valda also has extensive ties into local and state agencies via her prior work with the City Of Houston and State Of Texas as HR Director within those entities. Valda also worked in overseas for KBR in a similar HR role. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Prarie View A&M University.

Valda enjoys various activities outside of work, including time spent with her family and travel to various destinations.

President and Board Member - Sean Joseph

Sean Joseph – Owner, Yunifire LLC

Sean is the owner of Yunifire LLC, a full-service software consulting company and is the President of The Prime Example, Inc.

He was previously nominated and served as a Board member and co-director of social media of the Technology Alumni Association (TAA) from 2019-2022 at the University of Houston where he graduated with a B.S. in Computer Information Systems. During the calendar year of 2022-2023, he served as Student Outreach coordinator for TAA, participating in events such as Career Fairs, back to campus events, and coordinating alumni attendance for a virtual student event hosted by UH. Outside of work, he enjoys University of Houston sports, the Astros/Rockets/Texans, and spending time with his wife, children, and family.