Board of Directors
Anthony “Champ” Kelly, President
Anthony “Champ” Kelly is the co-founder and President of Heart Power, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization he founded alongside his wife, Stephanie, in 2010. Driven by a passion for youth development and community impact, Champ created Heart Power to minister to young people and their families who are in search of positive and encouraging influences in their lives. What began as the first annual C.H.A.M.P. Camp has grown into a thriving national organization with programs operating in Florida, Kentucky, Colorado, Illinois, and Nevada.
At the heart of Heart Power is the C.H.A.M.P. Camp — a dynamic football and life skills experience built around the values of Character, Heart, Attitude, Motivation, and Purpose. Through elite coaching, powerful guest speakers, and meaningful mentorship, Champ and his team work to build champions both on and off the field.
Professionally, Champ brings a wealth of experience from his career in the NFL, having worked in personnel and scouting roles with multiple organizations. He is a graduate of the University of Kentucky, where he earned both his undergraduate degree in Computer Science and his Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Prior to his football career, Champ worked for IBM and developed a strong background in computer programming and software development.
Champ and Stephanie are the proud parents of three daughters — Claire Alaina, Chloe Grace, and Caroline Elise.
Daniel Graham, Vice President
Daniel Graham was born in Torrance, California. Growing up in Denver, Colorado, he attended Thomas Jefferson High School and went onto the University of Colorado where he played college football. He was recognized as a consensus All-American and also won the John Mackey Award in 2001 for Nations Top Tight End. Graham played 11 years in the NFL. Drafted in 2002 he was a first round pick to the New England Patriots where he won two Super Bowls. In 2007-2010 he played for the Denver Broncos. His last two years he played for the Tennessee Titans and the New Orleans Saints. In 2007 Daniel and his mother started The Daniel Graham Foundation where he severed as the Vice President. During the 7 years of existence the foundation teamed up with the National Jewish Hospital to give awareness about asthma in the Denver Community. The foundation provided free summer football camps which also included double dutch competitions for girls. The Foundation was also responsible for ‘The Sprit of Giving’ during the holiday season which involved toy drives to give back to families in need.
Christine Ellis, Secretary
Christine Weatherington serves as the Secretary of Heart Power, Inc. Originally from Illinois and graduating from Olivet Nazarene University with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing, Christine interned for the Chicago Bears in the 2009-2010 seasons. Christine moved to Texas and built a career that merges her passion for sports with her expertise in business operations within the Dallas Cowboys organization. She is currently the Director of Operations within their 81Eighty merchandising division.
Christine, Colston and their three sons, Derek, Wesley & CJ, currently reside outside of Dallas, TX.
Ray Khatir, Administrative Officer
Ray Khatir serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors. Ray is a Managing Principal at Cook Street Consulting, Inc. (a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley), an investment advisory firm in Greenwood Village, CO. He is also a former director for Kentucky River Foothills Development Council, a non-profit agency with a 50-year history of serving the counties surrounding Lexington, KY. Ray is a graduate of the University of Kentucky where he received his degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Ray has been married to Emily Khatir since 2005, and they have two daughters Ellie and Sophie.
Colston Weatherington, Development Director
Colston “Cee” Weatherington serves as the Development Director for Heart Power, Inc. Cee’s professional football career began when selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2001 NFL draft. Cee was with the Cowboys for 3 seasons followed by 5 seasons with the Dallas Desperados (AFL). During his time with the Desperados, Cee received the League’s Defensive Lineman of the Year Award in both 2006 and 2008. In 2012, Cee was inducted into Central Missouri’s Hall of Fame. Cee is now the CEO and founder of Weatherington Enterprise LLC. Cee is also an active volunteer within the community, coaching several youth sports teams.
Colston 4 children, Trinity, Derek, Wesley & CJ. He and his wife, Christine, currently reside outside of Dallas, TX.
Stephanie Kelly, Board Member
Stephanie Kelly serves on the Board of Directors and as Chief Executive Officer of Heart Power, Inc. Stephanie co-founded Heart Power in 2010 with her husband Champ. They currently reside in Henderson, NV and she spends her days raising their daughters, Claire Alaina, Chloe Grace, and Caroline Elise. Stephanie has also done contract work for Alliance of Therapy Specialists. She is a graduate from the University of Kentucky where she received her B.S. in Communications and then went on to receive her Masters in Physical Therapy. Stephanie has a true passion for children, especially those with special needs.
Dougie Allen, Board Member
Dougie Allen currently serves on the Board of Directors. Dougie is very active in the planning process for the C.H.A.M.P. camps and serves as a coach and speaker at these events. Dougie currently lives in Lexington, KY where he works for a company that owns and operates several Papa John’s Pizza restaurants located across the United States. He has served as the Operating Partner for the company since November 2005. Dougie is a graduate from the University of Kentucky, where he received his degree in Hospitality Management. Dougie serves on the boards of the Jamal Mashburn Scholarship Committee, as well as Urban Impact, a youth ministry in Lexington. Dougie is married to Ieasha and they have three children: Avery, David, and Clarke. Dougie and Ieasha are also owners of Lexington’s downtown cocktail bar, Creaux.