Kendric is a native of South Park Houston and was born with a calling to be of service to his community. He is a graduate of Lamar High School and holds a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics from Prairie View A&M University and a master’s degree in Public Policy from the Bush School of Public Policy at Texas A&M University.
During his college years at Prairie View A&M University, Kendric was engaged in several activities and programs for the benefit of the students. He also honed is leadership skills through participation in several organizations to include, the NAACP, Collegiate 100, Brothers Leading and Cultivating Knowledge (B.L.A.C.K), Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Eta Gamma Chapter where he served as president. Kendric also served as President of the Student Government Association. As a senior student, Kendric extended his services to the community and was elected as a Council Member for the City of Prairie View in May 2018. After one term on the City Council, Kendric entered the primary election for the Waller County Commissioner’s Court for Precinct 3. On November 3, 2020, Kendric was elected County Commissioner, the youngest Democratic official in Texas. His platform was committed to pursuing progress through transparency as a fierce proponent of the residents of Waller County Precinct 3 and continues today.
Kendric defines democracy in its purest form, not only regarding it as his responsibility, but also his calling of bringing people together. Throughout his salient public service career, Kendric has been a staunch advocate for everyone he serves and represents. His focus has always been promoting measures and initiatives that improve quality of life for all. He believes that to be an effective leader, you must be a servant “of the people, by the people, and for the people.” He has proven to be a champion and voice for the community; learning their wants, needs, and aspirations, which shows his dedication, grit, and commitment to people.
Kendric has received many honors and recognition for his service and leadership over the years including Outstanding Student Leader, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Certificate of Achievement for his coordinating and hosting Leadership and Political Forums for the Texas Council of Alpha Chapters. Kendric is co-author with Nicole M. Jones, of The Mind Body and Soul, a book of quotes phrases and sayings of devotions for 365 days.
The Men’s Breakfast is commemorating its 20-plus years at St. Francis of Assisi with the management team including Dr. Glenn Berry, Mr. Darryl Johson, Mr. Charles Muse, Mr. Frederick V. Roberts, Mr. Donald Sowell, Mr. Michael Sowell, Mr. William Sowell and Mr. Herbert Thomas.
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