Meet The Team
Antonio L. Patterson
"Potential is the key.
Performance opens the door."
ANTONIO is a sought-after educator, motivational speaker, consultant and pastor who is passionate about helping others achieve success. Through his diverse experiences working with students in the Mississippi Delta, on a Choctaw Indian Reservation and at a Christian Boarding School, he is trained to develop the potential within each student. He excels in transforming apathetic students into proficient learners. Antonio is also the founding pastor of Kingdom Life Church, a non-denominational, non-traditional fellowship of believers in Kosciusko, MS which teaches biblical principles of how to experience life in the Kingdom. Kingdom Life Church has hosted several community outreaches over the years which have grown to impact hundreds of families–especially low income or underprivileged families.
Antonio is the founder and CEO of The Exodus Project—a teen mentoring organization in Central Mississippi which has assisted over 100 youth in graduating from high school and enrolling in college. The program has less than 5% teen pregnancy rate and less than 5% high school drop out rate. Participants include college students majoring in culinary arts, biology, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, political science, elementary education and others. The program also has students who are now in law school and doctoral programs.
Antonio received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Tougaloo College. He is a frequent speaker at youth and community events as well as church events. With his 20+ years of experience in education and ministry, he brings powerful truths and motivational guidance assisting individuals of all ages in finding their destiny. Additionally, Antonio is a gifted musician/producer and amateur body-builder/former personal trainer. He also co-authored
The Five Week Marriage Tune Up.
Through Antonio’s “real talk” and wisdom, you will discover how to use your unique gifts, talents and abilities to earn success.
Coletta Jones Patterson
"Living without limits is the best way to live."
COLETTA is a published author, business woman, certified personal development coach and speaker. She is also the Co-Founder of Kingdom Life Church and The Exodus Project—a teen mentoring program in Central Mississippi. She received the Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Tougaloo College and a Master of Business Administration from the Sam Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Her 15+ years experience working with youth and adults allows Coletta to bring simple truths that anyone can follow for success. With expertise in marketing, business administration, program and leadership development in the for-profit and non-profit sectors, she enjoys helping others become great leaders. Over the years, she has coached many to achieving their desired results and takes joy in providing business development consultations to small business owners.
One of her proudest moments was running the Mississippi Blues Marathon in January 2011. Through this endeavor, she learned the power of discipline and trusting God to complete the work He began. Coletta believes many people sell themselves short and place limits on their lives. With hard work, faith in God and a desire to excel, people can achieve their highest dreams.
Coletta is married to Antonio Patterson and is the mother of three children. Coletta’s latest book
Developing Faith that Wins: Stories of My Journey inspires others to use their faith to attain what God has placed in their heart. Through her first book,
God’s Masterpiece: Weaving Together the Pieces of Your Life, she engages women on a personal journey to find their purpose in life. Coletta has co-authored
The Five Week Marriage Tune Up which leads couples to a place of greater intimacy and health using practical tips. She is also a weekly BLOG writer for theWRITEaddiction.
Through Coletta’s “down-to-earth” personality and insightful wisdom, you will be encouraged and given resources to reach your greatest potential.
Marcus W. Ready
"Always work smarter,
not harder."
MARCUS is a native of North Little Rock, Arkansas. He currently resides in San Antonio as an IT Technical Manager at a major insurance company. He and his wife, Chilesa, have done marriage ministry for over 10 years hosting small groups, planning & facilitating marriage retreats and conducting marriage workshops and seminars. He has particular expertise in public speaking, event planning, office management, and people development.
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Marcus is the Marriage Ministry Director at New Creation Christian Fellowship in San Antonio Texas where he has also served on the church's Board of Directors. He and Chilesa are on the leadership team of the San Antonio Marriage Initiative, a non-profit that seeks to build healthy, God-centered marriages in San Antonio. They travel and facilitate Couples Story Workshop, a one day session developed to equip couples in sharing a message of hope with others. They are currently in the middle of a building project where they hope to provide a place of refuge for couples in need of restoration, healing and small group ministry.
Chilesa Jones Ready
"Life only happens once,
give it all you've got!"
CHILESA is an attorney, educator, writer, speaker and minister whose life exhibits her belief that it’s not just your actions but the embrace of who you are that makes an impactful difference. Growing up in Northwest Arkansas, she became the first African American female to graduate from her high school in 1995. She then attended Tougaloo College, a historically black college, on full scholarship after rejecting offers from many schools including Harvard, NYU and Vanderbilt. Graduating summa cum laude, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in both English and Political Science while at Tougaloo and went on to receive a Juris Doctorate Degree from the William H. Bowen School of Law at the University of Arkansas Little Rock. She is currently pursuing certification as a Biblical Counselor.
Chilesa's expertise in writing, forging collaborative efforts, and project management make her an invaluable asset. She has written numerous personal growth and fitness/wellness articles in addition to the publication “Tips for Passing the Bar Exam” (2007). She recently completed the editorial work on
Gospel Music: The Sound of Hope written by her father, the late Dr. Eddie W. Jones whom, because of his love for God and lifestyle of authentic worship, she considers her hero.
Having experienced God’s redemptive power in her individual life and marriage, she is passionate about speaking life and hope to broken women. She writes a weekly inspirational blog entitled “Run Girl” where she encourages women to lace up their shoes, put their feet on the track and embrace their journey. She is currently in the final stages of completing her first book.
Chilesa believes a healthy “you” is one of the best ways to fully serve God, your family and your community. As a result, she is an avid runner having completed marathons, half marathons and shorter races in various states. She has been happily married to Marcus Ready for 16 years and resides in San Antonio, Texas with their three children.
About Us
Meeting you where you are...
Getting you where you want to be!
Antonio & Coletta Patterson founded MoveU4ward in 2010 to assist people in achieving their desired results through education, motivation, leadership training, individualized coaching and mentoring. Marcus & Chilesa Ready joined the team in 2016 adding their experience in relationship coaching, marriage ministry development and editing/writing. Under the leadership of Chilesa, the Editing Division helps writers prepare book manuscripts, bulletins, webpage posts and other materials for publication/print.
The MoveU4ward Team has over 30 years of combined experience conducting leadership conferences, marriage seminars, couples retreats, teen mentorship and marriage ministry programs. They have an active ministry and speaking schedule that allows them to enrich the lives of individuals equipping them in business, their relationships and personal endeavors.
The MoveU4ward Team has over 30 years of combined experience conducting leadership conferences, marriage seminars, couples retreats, teen mentorship and marriage ministry programs. They have an active ministry and speaking schedule that allows them to enrich the lives of individuals equipping them in business, their relationships and personal endeavors.
At MoveU4ward, we are passionate about propelling you and/or your business to your specific God-given destiny! Our belief is that success is relative to the individual thus, we endeavor to create a personalized solution based on your particular need. Through coaching, consultation, powerful resources, mentoring and one-on-one guidance, we are committed to seeing you achieve your best!
We invite you to use our services no matter your location. We are available via phone, skype or in person meetings.
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