Team

Meet Our Founders

As one of the West Memphis 3, Jason spent 18 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. John, who has years of experience in public affairs communications, played an important role in bringing media and public attention to the WM3 case. After Jason’s release, they began planning how they could most effectively advocate for other victims of wrongful conviction. Proclaim Justice is the result of those dreams and conversations.

John HardinCo-Founder and Executive Director
Jason BaldwinCo-Founder
Board of Directors

Proclaim Justice is served by a board full of dedicated activists. Their wide networks, energy, ideas and commitment to the cause is what makes the organization possible. Each member is full of empathy and is quick with a laugh or witty remark, which helps when dealing with the intensity and hard work of freeing the innocent from prison. We’re fortunate to have each member on our team.

Jean RaglandRagland CPA Group, President
Margaret RileyTalent Manager and Producer
Thad HuguleyFounder of Huguley Consulting
John MimbelaPresident at Mimbela Contractors
Natalie MainesRecording artist and activist, Proclaim Justice board chair
Michael JohnsonPresident at Brentwood Public Affairs
Suzy BatizCreator and President of Poo-Pourri
The Team

These are the people who get the work done. Some are full-time staff members, others are key volunteers and advisors. All are dedicated, inspiring and at least a little funny.

Mara LeverittAdvisory Committee
Megan GarnerDirector of Development and Digital Strategies
Jason FlomBoard Member Emeritus
Doug HaasStaff Investigator
Jane Shaw LewisVolunteer Attorney
Ryan ByrdBrand Advisor, Web Designer
Stephen L. Braga, Esq.Defense Attorney and Law Professor
Danny WaxlerStaff Investigator