Terrence Murphy grew up outside of Tyler, TX in Chapel Hill. After an extremely successful football career at Texas A&M, he graduated Class of 2005 and was drafted in the 2nd round (58th overall pick) by the Green Bay Packers that same year in the NFL Draft.
After retiring from the NFL, real estate became his main focus and passion. He became a serious investor in the Texas real estate market. He has led multiple development and acquisition companies to multi-million dollar revenues and over 250+ bed portfolios. This is where TM5 Properties originated and continues to grow and expand.
Terrence started an independent brokerage and has brokered $1 Billion + in sales volume and 6,300 transactions. Terrence currently leads the TM5 Team, a real estate team, in College Station, TX. He has consistently ranked in the top 1% of agents in the United States and was ranked the #1 agent by the BCS MLS in 2021 in total sales volume. He has found a knack for listing and selling ranch land and luxury residential properties. He was one of the only Realtors in the Bryan/College Station market to close four or more transactions that were minimum 500+ acre tracts in one calendar sales year.
Terrence possesses the same traits that he portrayed on the football field: passion, work ethic, dedication, loyalty, desire to succeed, and knowledge, all of which help his clients receive superior service.
Dr. David K. Butler is an esteemed healthcare executive, distinguished physician informaticist, and a respected thought leader specializing in Electronic Health Record (EHR) optimization and digital healthcare technologies. Dr. Butler's career is marked by significant contributions to applied clinical informatics with a focus on physician adoption, clinical decision support, and workflow efficiency. David is committed to serving and mentoring others, particularly within the Black community, both at Texas A&M and in his professional roles. David has remained deeply connected to his alma mater, contributing to the Black Former Student Network, mentoring current students, and supporting the university's goals. While a student at TAMU, David was a recipient of the Buck Weirus Spirit Award. David is a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated.
Dr. Kellie Butler is the President of Folsom Lake College, Los Rios Community College District. Dr. Kellie has a lifelong dedication to creating equitable and inclusive educational environments. Dr. Butler’s perseverance has driven her to succeed academically and professionally, breaking barriers as the first Black female president of Solano Community College. While a student at TAMU, Dr. Butler’s academic achievements included receiving multiple awards and honors during her time at Texas A&M, such as the Harry S. Truman Scholar and the TAMU Association of Former Students Senior Thesis Award.
Don Scott has built a reputation for being a steadfast ally to his clients in the courtroom, and has brought that same spirit to the House of Delegates where he is known for being an advocate for working Virginia families.
He was born in Houston, Texas, where he and his siblings were raised by a single mother. A product of public schools, Don attended Texas A&M University. Upon graduation, he joined the Navy and served as a Surface Warfare Officer. This ignited his interest in pursuing law, and upon completion of his service, he earned his law degree from LSU Law School in 1994. After delivering the commencement address to Norfolk State University in 2024, he was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters.
In 2002, Don took an entry-level job at a workforce development company, where he quickly moved up the ranks to Senior Vice President. However, his position required constant travel, and after the birth of his daughter, he decided to return to his original dream of practicing law to stay closer to home. In 2015 he opened his own law practice. Today, he is a partner at Breit Biniazan P.C. and serves his clients primarily as a personal injury attorney.
He entered public life in 2019 when he decided to run for the House of Delegates representing Portsmouth. Since that first election, he has had a meteoric rise from freshman to Minority Leader by his second term. After winning the majority in 2023, Don was unanimously selected by his colleagues as the first Black Speaker of the House of Delegates in its 405-year history. Don has made his mark running a tight ship. He is known for being efficient and tough but fair to his colleagues on both sides of the aisle.
He is a proud lifetime member of many civic and community boards and associations. He and his wife, Dr. Mellanda Colson Scott, reside in Portsmouth with their teenage daughter.
As Speaker of the House of Delegates, he is Chair of the Rules Committee and he serves on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Revenue Estimates; Virginia Growth and Opportunity Board; Commemorative Commission to Honor the Contributions of the Women of Virginia; Virginia State Crime Commission; and Commission on Electric Utility Regulation.
In the community, Don is a member of many boards and commissions and has spent his time outside the courtroom giving back.
Don is a member of the Portsmouth Bar Association, the Old Dominion Bar Association, the Virginia State Bar Association, the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, and the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. He is also the former Chair of the Portsmouth Economic Development Authority and former President of the Southeastern Employment and Training Association. He is also a member of the Eureka Club and holds lifetime memberships in the NAACP, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 993 and American Legion Post #190.
Chidi Blyden is a prominent figure with a background in national security, defense policy, and community engagement, particularly known for her work in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). She served under the Obama administration, where she played a significant role in shaping policies that impacted global security and defense strategies. Her work often focused on issues related to international security, conflict resolution, and promoting peace in regions affected by instability. Blyden has been recognized for her leadership, especially in advocating for inclusive and ethical policies within the defense sector. Her contributions have been noted for balancing strength with compassion, ensuring that U.S. defense initiatives are not only effective but also aligned with human rights and international law.
In addition to her government service, Chidi Blyden is also known for her mentorship and advocacy for women and young leaders, particularly in fields that are traditionally male-dominated. Her leadership style is characterized by a commitment to culture, collaboration, diversity, and equity. Chidi Blyden is respected for her global impact, her dedication to ethical leadership, and her efforts to uplift others, particularly in the realm of national security and defense.
Mayphous is a proud first-generation college graduate and highly respects our university. He is also highly respected by those who know him. Collins is the founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Amagine Technologies, ranked 15th among the 100 fastest-growing Aggie-owned or Aggie-led businesses. His company has impacted student learning, student success, and sports entertainment at A&M through innovative technologies in the classroom and meeting spaces. His projects include Bright Complex football locker room, Letterman’s Club, Player Development Center, Northside Hullabaloo Residence Hall, Outdoor Track and Field, and Kyle Field Football Stadium.
Collins graduated Cum Laude from Mays Business School in 1994. Among many notable accomplishments, he is the first Black Aggie to serve on the 12th Man Foundation board and is highly respected among his fellow board members. Wayne Roberts, class of 1985 and 1986 and fellow Trustee, said this about Mayphous Collins.
Mr. Collins has been an effective and celebrated leader his college and adult life. While pursuing his degree, Mr. Collins maintained strong involvement many campus activities. A few to note are the Multicultural Services I Care Student Retention and ExCEL programs and leadership roles in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. In addition, he is the recipient of the President Achievement Award, Texas A&M University Scholar Award, Buck Weirus Spirit Award, and is a Mays Business School CBA Fellow.
As Texas A&M University alumni, Mark (Class of 1991) and Felicia (Class of 1994) not only excelled academically, earning Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology, but also went on to further their education and careers with distinction. Mark pursued a Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Houston, graduating with honors. Following their graduation, both Mark and Felicia ventured into successful careers as entrepreneurs in the insurance and financial sectors. Mark founded Legacy Agency, Inc., a branch of Goosehead Insurance, leading an agency in Houston, Texas. Felicia established F. Boudreaux Insurance and Financial Services, Inc., and has dedicated over 20 years to guiding clients in their insurance and financial planning needs. Their achievements and dedication make them exceptional candidates for this honor, reflecting the core values of the Aggie Impact Award.
Both Mark and Felicia are seasoned business owners with over 50 years of combined experience in financial advising and insurance. They understand that navigating the complex world of insurance can be daunting, especially with the myriad of options and sources available. Committed to delivering trustworthy and dependable services, they are particularly dedicated to serving underserved communities that often face barriers to accessing reliable information.
In the past decade, Felicia has consistently ranked in the top half of the top 1% of financial professionals globally, as recognized by the Million Dollar Roundtable (MDRT) across 70 countries. She is also a highly sought-after speaker, renowned in the business world, academia, and even at the Essence Festival, the largest annual African American cultural and music festival in the U.S. Most recently, she was a guest speaker at an event hosted by the international brand Lululemon. Mark is equally impressive. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to secure a $5 million investment from Drayton McClain, owner of the Houston Texans, to build a new YMCA facility nearly 15 years ago. He is a frequent guest on local radio realty shows and was honored as Business Owner of the Year in 2023 by Houston's Black Realty Association. Together, they have assisted over 10,000 clients throughout their careers, offering a range of services including insurance, college planning, and retirement savings.
Focusing on their alma mater, they have shown a steadfast, long-term commitment to key African American student organizations at Texas A&M, such as ExCEL, the Southwestern Black Student Leadership Conference (SBSLC), the Xi Psi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha, and the Nu Alpha Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi. For instance, they taught a Financial Literacy Course annually from 2019 to 2024, and led workshops on financial management and budgeting at the ExCEL conference in both 2020 and 2021. These efforts aim to educate students about the importance of financial literacy right from the inception of their college careers, setting them up for lifelong financial success. The impact of their efforts is evident not just in the frequent invitations they receive to participate, but also in the positive feedback from event leaders, as illustrated by the following example: “They really helped me to see I can have other career options I may not have considered and school is meant to prepare me for more than just a degree and get a job. I rate this workshop a 5 out of 5.”