OUR LEADERSHIP
Meet Our Leadership
At Pathways to Success, we are blessed with a dedicated team of faith-driven leaders who are passionate about guiding and empowering women. Each member of our leadership team brings unique experiences, unwavering commitment, and a deep love for Christ to help foster a supportive and transformative community.
Cynthia Benedict
Founder / Owner
Louisville native Cynthia Benedict is a businesswoman, and the founder and owner of Pathways to Success, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women discover their purpose, overcome life challenges, and achieve personal goals.
Cynthia earned her Bachelor of Health Science degree from Spalding University, her Master of Divinity from Cedarville University, her certification in Employee Relations and DEI from Cornell University, and her Health & Life Coach certification from the Health Coach Institute.
Cynthia has a contagious energy that can uplift and motivate, bringing warmth and kindness to inspire others with her can-do attitude.
"I have the privilege of understanding my purpose, which is my passion for women and my desire to empower them to become the best versions of themselves."
Leadership Team
Dr. Kevin M Jones Sr.
Dr. Kevin M. Jones Sr. serves as Dean of the School of Education and Social Work at Cedarville University. He is a native of West Louisville, Kentucky and has been married to his high school sweetheart for 22 years. He is a graduate of Kentucky State University, earned two master’s degrees from The University of Kentucky and earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Spalding University. He started his career as a first-grade teacher and has served in public and Christian education institutions. Some of his publications are, “Down to Character” a book examining the virtues as taught by Booker T. Washington, “ The Teaching Profession”, “The Armor of God Kids Bible”, “Jesse Owens: A Life in American History”, “Perspectives on Family Ministry,” Second Edition, and “Removing the Stain of Racism”. He serves as Editor in Chief for, “Education Insights: A Journal of Research, Theory and Practice.” He speaks at stateside and international conferences on education, diversity, family ministry, fatherhood, and leadership. He and his wife, Demica, have three children: Kennedi, Kevin Jr, and Karsynn.
Keith M. Jones
Keith is a dedicated public service professional, educator, and U.S. Army Veteran with over 20 years of experience in emergency services and community leadership. A former Firefighter, EMT, and Hazardous Material Technician for Louisville Fire & Rescue, he has spent decades protecting and educating the public. Transitioning his crisis management and leadership skills into education and youth development, he has served as an In-School Security Monitor, Assistant Athletic Director, and Fire Science instructor for JCPS, while also producing events for Vision of Hope Ministries.