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Tamika Riley-McReynolds

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Tamika Riley-McReynolds has worn many titles in her life. She is a successful business woman, a captivating speaker, public relations specialist, a community leader/activist and now to add, she is the AUTHOR of the book title “From Federal Prison To First Lady.” Currently, she is the Youth Opportunity Coordinator & The Aide To The Mayor for the City Of Jersey City under the direction of Mayor Steven M. Fulop.   However, the title she carries with the utmost pride and distinction is, First Lady of the Mount Olive Baptist Church in Jersey City NJ, where her husband, John H. McReynolds is the Pastor.

As CEO of TRI, Inc., a boutique public relations firm, Tamika represented clients such as Ne-Yo, JaRule, Jaheim, former NBA player Eric Williams, the late Jersey City Mayor Glenn D. Cunningham, and McDonald’s Franchisee Michale McGuire, just to name a few.  She has worked on community projects involving Jadakiss, Queen Latifah, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Russell Simmons, Yandy Smith, NJ State Senator Sandra Cunningham, and NJ Congressman Donald Payne.

In July 2007, Tamika Riley “caught a case”; with the legendary former Mayor of Newark, New Jersey. As a result of this federal witch hunt and prosecution, she did over 9 months in Federal Prison.  During that time, Tamika proved to be a conqueror! While graciously severing her time, she resolved within herself that her talents and resources would be dedicated to aiding and supporting incarcerated women transition back into society.  It was imperative to Tamika that these women were able to regain and/or obtain success as it relates to self-esteem, parenting, marital support, job training, and job placement. 

Upon her release, Tamika returned to her hometown of Jersey City, where she married the esteemed pastor of Mt .Olive Baptist Church, Rev John H. McReynolds.  Through her mission and commitment as First Lady, she has taken great pride in mentoring the youth and creating a year-round literacy program servicing the children of the State Of New Jersey. Because of the program’s continued success, the Jersey City Superintendent of schools, Dr. Marcia Lyles, has adopted and Rock for our youth here in our City!!!!!! 

In addition, Mrs. McReynolds serves as a Board Member of Care Point Health Care, as well as Senator Cunningham’s Woman’s Advisory Group; she spearheads several other annual initiatives throughout the city, including toy drives for less fortunate children and “Back to School” supplies giveaways. She has partnered with organizations like the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, The York Street Project and Toys for Tots, as well as McDonald’s and Target. One of her most accomplished initiatives is the holiday stuffed animal giveaway at the Jersey City Medical Center, in their Pediatric ICU unit. Most recently, Tamika Riley Mc-Reynolds has been invited by former Governor James McGreevy, as a speaker on several panel discussions; supporting his nationally recognized Prisoner Re-Entry Program that was noted by former US Attorney General, Eric Holder, as a "National model" for  re-entry platforms. Currently, Tamika is working with the producers of the McDonald’s Gospel Fest and Bishop Hezekiah Walker on numerous community enterprises that will service Communities!!!!Their overall mission is to host conversations within the community to address relevant issues such as gun violence, exposing our youth to positive opportunities.

Because of her tireless work, dedication, and commitment to community service, First Lady McReynolds has been recognized during Women’s History Month with a Community Award presented by County Executive Tom DeGise, as well as being honored by Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop with the 2018 Woman of Action Award.  Collectively, Mr. and Mrs. McReynolds have received dozens of citations and proclamations from their local, state, and federal elected officials recognizing their work in the community. All of this, it is real simple, she ROCKS for our youth!!!!!!
Jersey City Women's Advisory Board - Giving Jersey City's women a seat at the table
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