Meet the Founders
Rowena Andrews
Founder & CEO
CEO of The Village Griots Inc., a for profit transformational multi-service educational hub dedicated to providing holistic education through our specialized branches and departments that are innovative and future ready. Our goal is to provide specially designed pathways for career development and personal transformation. With 43 years in education, mental health, and behavior, she develops trauma-informed, culturally rooted, and spiritually aligned curricula that integrate personal development, workforce readiness, and digital literacy.
Andrea Johnson
Appointed Director and Branding & PR Strategist
Appointed Director and Branding & PR Strategist
Andrea Johnson serves as Co-Owner and the Branding & PR Strategist for The Village Griots LLC. With a keen eye for communication and public relations, she is instrumental in shaping TVG’s public image and ensuring its message of empowerment reaches a broad audience. Her strategic insights help individuals to cultivate strong community connections and partnerships. Co-owner of Melanated Elves™, a cultural holiday and entertainment brand known for productions like Jingle & Jams.
Jarrett Johnson
Appointed Director & Creative Collaborator
Appointed Director & Creative Collaborator
Jarrett Johnson is a valued Creative Collaborator at The Village Griots LLC. Bringing a Grammy Award-winning background in music and production, Jarrett infuses creativity and artistic vision into TVG’s projects and initiatives. His unique perspective helps to develop engaging and impactful content that resonates deeply with individuals and communities. Co-owner of Melanated Elves™, a cultural holiday and entertainment brand known for productions like Jingle & Jams.