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Latisha Guinn
Founder, CEO & President – Purposeful Strength Foundation
Latisha Guinn is a passionate leader, seasoned athlete, and devoted mentor who founded the Purposeful Strength Foundation to empower young women to thrive spiritually, athletically, and academically. Raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, Latisha’s journey is rooted in faith, family, and a relentless pursuit of purpose.
Inspired by her two older brothers—both collegiate athletes—Latisha developed a love for sports early on. She excelled in basketball and track & field. She also played softball, football & rugby and volleyball, eventually earning a full basketball scholarship to the University of Cincinnati. Her athletic career took her from NCAA tournaments to leadership roles in ministries at UCLA and Pepperdine, and later to the University of North Florida, where she completed her collegiate journey and served as a graduate assistant coach.
Latisha’s professional path is as dynamic as her athletic one. She has served as a firefighter, paramedic, and police officer, always driven by a desire to serve and protect. Her life took a transformative turn with the birth of her three daughters—Sasha, Kindra, and Zoe—which deepened her commitment to mentoring young girls and helping them discover their God-given potential.
Now coaching basketball and track at Traders Point Christian School, Latisha brings her wealth of experience to Purposeful Strength Foundation. Through personalized coaching, mentoring, college prep, and mission trips, she equips girls to break barriers, build resilience, and boldly walk in their faith.
Latisha’s mission is clear: to help girls become strong, confident, and faith-filled leaders—on the court, in the classroom, and in their communities. Whether you're a parent looking for a basketball or track coach, a mentor to guide your daughter through college preparation, or a leader to inspire her through local or international mission trips, Latisha Guinn is a trusted partner in that journey.
linda Guinn
With over four decades of service in healthcare and a lifetime of faith-driven leadership, Linda Guinn brings a wealth of wisdom, compassion, and spiritual maturity to Purposeful Strength Foundation. Born in Dubois County, Indiana, Linda was raised in a Christian home where service, integrity, and devotion to God were foundational values.
After graduating high school, Linda began her career as a nurse aide—a role that ignited her passion for caregiving and led to a distinguished 45-year career in nursing. Her dedication to others extended far beyond the hospital walls. As a mother and community leader, she was deeply involved in her children’s lives and her local church, serving as a Sunday school teacher, Girl Scout leader, and band supporter.
In retirement, Linda’s commitment to ministry only deepened. She served as the Outreach Chair for the Go Tell America – Crusade for Christ, where she helped bring the message of hope and salvation to countless lives. Today, she continues to lead with grace and purpose as the Director of the Widows Ministry, Secretary and Treasurer of the 50+ Forever Young Ministry, and a dedicated team member at the Hopkins County Senior Citizen Center in Kentucky.
Linda’s life is a testament to enduring faith, servant leadership, and the power of experience. Her presence on the board provides the Purposeful Strength Foundation with invaluable insight, spiritual grounding, and a nurturing heart that continues to uplift and guide the next generation of women.
denise newson
Denise brings a lifetime of wisdom and a deep commitment to faith and athletics to the board of the Purposeful Strength Foundation. Born in South Bend, Indiana, and raised in Fort Wayne, she dedicated her formative years to sports, excelling in gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, and track. She continued her gymnastics career at Indiana State and Ball State Universities, where sports taught her invaluable lessons in self-discipline and perseverance, skills she credits with shaping her character and life philosophy.
For Denise, sports became a foundation for physical and mental strength, teaching her to "rise above" challenges and to persevere through adversity. This mindset, combined with her strong Christian faith, has been a guiding force throughout her life and career. She believes that faith and athletics are deeply correlated, each requiring discipline and courage to overcome fear.
As a seasoned professional, Denise has a rich background in education and counseling. She holds a master's in school counseling and has worked as a school counselor for an alternative school. She also earned a master's in psychology and counseling, and has run her own private practice, Level Pathways Counseling, since 2005. In her work, she has an incredible ability to connect with diverse groups of people, a skill she developed through her athletic and professional experiences.
Denise's diverse experience in athletics, education, and mental health counseling uniquely positions her to be an influential leader and mentor for the young women of Purposeful Strength Foundation. She believes the foundation's work is invaluable, helping to build character and empowering girls to be "emotionally, physically, and spiritually" stronger. Her dedication to service and giving back ensures she will have a positive impact on the foundation and the girls it serves.
