Shamon and Lakieva Bell are the visionary co-founders of Live S.O.L.I.D., a dynamic, faith-driven movement designed to empower individuals to Serve, Obey, Lead, Impact, and Disciple in all aspects of life. With a passion for developing leaders who exemplify integrity, resilience, and faith, they have dedicated their lives to building a community grounded in biblical principles, strong leadership, and selfless service to others. Together, they are transforming lives by equipping individuals with the tools necessary to grow spiritually, lead with purpose, and serve with authenticity.
Shamon Bell: A Legacy of Leadership and Mentorship
Shamon Bell’s journey as a leader began early, fueled by a deep passion for sports and a calling to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. As the founder of Arkansas Takeover Athletics, he built an elite athletic organization that empowers high school athletes to grow not only in skill but in character. His ability to mentor and mold young men and women into well-rounded individuals is a testament to his vision: that youth sports should be about far more than wins and losses—it should shape leaders.
Throughout his career as a high school coach and teacher, Shamon has impacted countless lives. His coaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that sports are a powerful tool for teaching life lessons—discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and the value of serving others. His influence extends well beyond the scoreboard, as he inspires students to set high standards for themselves as both athletes and leaders in their communities.
Shamon’s core values; hard work, humility, and discipline are the pillars of his coaching style. He teaches that true success comes not just from performance, but from character. His athletes are encouraged to lead by example, push through adversity, and uplift others. Through his faith-driven mentorship, Shamon instills integrity, resilience, and purpose into the young people he serves.
Through his broader work with Live S.O.L.I.D., Shamon has expanded his impact beyond athletics. He works with individuals of all ages, helping them develop as leaders in their homes, schools, workplaces, and communities. His mentorship encourages people to deepen their faith, serve others boldly, and lead with purpose. Shamon Bell’s leadership is defined by his unwavering commitment to developing others—empowering them to live disciplined, impactful, and faith-filled lives.
Lakieva Bell: Empowering Women and Girls Through Faith and Purpose
Lakieva Bell is a dynamic and compassionate leader with a heart for empowering women and girls to embrace their God-given purpose. As the founder of Gracious and Tenacious, she has built a transformative platform that fosters healthy self-esteem, personal growth, and faith-based development. Grounded in the belief that true beauty and strength come from inner confidence rooted in faith, Lakieva provides mentorship, resources, and coaching to help women and girls rise above societal pressures and walk boldly in their authenticity.
In addition to her work with Gracious and Tenacious, Lakieva is the visionary force behind Koach Kieva which is a faith-driven coaching initiative that helps women unlock their potential, embrace their worth, and lead with purpose. Through one-on-one sessions, group coaching, and interactive workshops, she equips women to navigate personal and professional challenges with resilience, clarity, and confidence.
Lakieva’s passion is deeply personal. Her commitment to fostering healthy self-worth is evident in the safe, supportive spaces she creates—where women and girls are encouraged to heal, grow, and discover their strength in Christ. She believes that recognizing one’s identity in Christ is the foundation for lasting empowerment and leadership. Her mentorship helps women not only find healing but also develop the courage and confidence to impact their families, communities, and beyond.
Whether through coaching, mentoring, or speaking, Lakieva Bell is changing lives—one gracious and tenacious woman at a time.
A Shared Vision: Building Leaders Who Serve with Purpose
Together, Shamon and Lakieva Bell have created Live S.O.L.I.D., a powerful movement that provides individuals with the tools, mentorship, and resources to grow spiritually, lead effectively, and serve with purpose. Their combined vision for leadership goes beyond professional success—it’s about developing people of character who can make a meaningful impact in their communities. Live S.O.L.I.D. is built on the foundation of biblical principles that guide individuals in every area of their lives, encouraging them to serve others, obey God’s calling, lead with integrity, make a positive impact, and disciple others to do the same.
Live S.O.L.I.D. provides mentorship, coaching, and development programs that address personal growth, leadership skills, and community service. Through their dynamic leadership, Shamon and Lakieva have cultivated an environment where individuals are encouraged to live out their faith in all areas of life, to be proactive in their communities, and to invest in their personal and spiritual growth.
Shamon’s focus on resilience and discipline in leadership, combined with Lakieva’s dedication to empowerment and purpose-driven living, creates a powerful synergy that equips individuals with a comprehensive approach to success. Together, they are helping to shape the next generation of leaders who will live out their faith, lead with humility, and serve with a heart for others.
Through Live S.O.L.I.D., Shamon and Lakieva Bell continue to inspire and guide individuals of all ages to lead lives marked by faith, service, and impact. Their unwavering belief in the power of mentorship, leadership, and community makes them both powerful change agents, committed to equipping people to lead a life that reflects the values of love, faith, and service.
