Tra Beard

Tradanius Beard serves as lead minister of the Northwest Church of Christ in Southaven, Mississippi, where he is committed to biblical preaching, discipleship, and kingdom impact. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Professional Studies, a master’s degree in Christian Studies with an emphasis in Pastoral Ministry, and has completed the Doctor of Strategic Leadership degree at Liberty University. His dissertation focused on effective leadership style on improved discipleship. In addition to his pastoral work, Dr. Beard is co-founder of Beard Leadership Solutions, where he and his wife provide coaching, consulting, and leadership development. He is also founder of the NOW Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to economic empowerment, youth development, education, and community collaboration. He and his wife, Darlisha, are the proud parents of two daughters, Madison Grace and Kelsey Faith.