Founded by Dr. Jumaine Jones — 2001 NBA Finals Starter, Hall of Famer, Gold Medalist, and 16-year professional athlete. Not a motivational speaker. A system built by someone who performed at the highest level on the biggest stage.
2001 NBA Finals Starter. Drafted 27th overall in 1999. Stepped onto the biggest stage in basketball alongside Allen Iverson and the Philadelphia 76ers. Eight years in the NBA — 76ers, Cavaliers, Celtics, Lakers, Bobcats, Suns.
Then eight more years internationally — Italy, Russia, Israel, Bulgaria, Mexico. Gold Medalist. Hall of Fame inductee. 16 years of professional basketball at the highest level across the globe.
After basketball, Dr. Jones earned his doctorate and built Beyond the Hardwood — taking everything he learned about pressure, identity, money, and mental health and turning it into a provisionally patented deployment system that serves others. Now operating nationwide.
He doesn't just talk about resilience. He's lived it — publicly, under the lights, in front of millions.
Russell brings the operational backbone to BTH. From corporate partnerships to event logistics, he ensures every engagement runs at a professional standard that matches the credibility of the athletes delivering it.
With deep ties to Pennsylvania's corporate, nonprofit, and education communities, Russell handles client relations, sponsorship development, and the business infrastructure that keeps BTH moving across 12 states.
Selected 27th overall. The journey begins.
Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, LA Lakers, Charlotte Bobcats, Phoenix Suns. 2001 Eastern Conference Champion.
Eight years across Italy, Russia, Israel, Bulgaria, and Mexico. Gold Medalist.
Doctorate earned. Framework built. Athletes deployed. Communities transformed across Pennsylvania.