Detric graduated from East Carolina University in 2015 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Small Business Entrepreneurship and a Bachelor’s in Market as well. After graduating college, Detric started his career at a local high school as a PE teacher and assistant football and track coach. This is where Detric realized the joy he finds in working with kids, and helping them become better every day. He found his niche, and where he belongs in the world. Although his title was a teacher and coach, he became a mentor to many of the young men at the high school and a friend they were able to call on. Detric also became aware of the type of lives that many of the students have to face day to day, the struggles they are faced with that many of us take for granted. Detric also had a previous position as the Youth Career Development Specialist at NCWorks Career Center. He worked with ages 16-24, to help find their way in the world whether it be finding them a temporary job, permanent job, or enrolling them back into school. He also served as a mentor for the youth to call on for a variety of things such as appropriate clothes for an interview, a ride to school or an interview, or to put together a resume. Detric is overjoyed with his current position and that he is able to provide service and resources to individuals in need. Along with being a resource and mentor for individuals, he also enjoys spending time with his family. Detric enjoys coaching his daughter Dali in t-ball and supporting her on the sideline at gymnastics.