Phillip A. Jones, Jr. is the founder and CEO of Phillip A Jones Consulting, LLC. Phillip was born and raised in the challenging environs of southwest Baltimore. Phillip’s early life was deeply entangled with the stark realities of gang viloence and poverty. A pivotal moment came at the age of 19 when a drug related altercation led him to shoot another individual, who “THANKFULLY” survived. This incident resulted in Phillip receiving a daunting sentence of two life term plus twenty years, marking the beginning of over three decades of incarceration. However, Phillip’s story does not end there; it transforms. In the crucible of prison, amidst a landscape where hope is a rare  commodity, Phillip embarked on a journey of profound  self-reinvention. Today, as the founder and CEO of Phillip A. Jones Consulting, LLC, he stands as a testament to the power of change, dedication , and hard work. Phillip has become a beacon of hope for many incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women and men. His dedication  underscores an inspiring narrative of redemption, resilience, and the unwavering belief of second chances.