Our Team.
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Cerrone Cathey
Founder & Director od Finance
Cerronne D. Cathey is “Your Everyday Residential Builder”. His values are Faith, Family, Finances, Fitness, Freedom and Education. He is a family man and proud father of four young men. He graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He also holds and exercises his residential builder’s and electrical journeyman licenses. He has been licensed in the trade for eight years and has practiced for twelve years. He is currently managing multiple businesses in the industries of real estate, construction, automotive and non-profits. His mission is to create communities where no one is of lack and to instill generational values that will continue to uplift families. Until date, his companies have been able to service over 450 families and businesses since the inception back in 2013. He philosophies with a word from the late great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “The true measure of a man is not how he behaves in moments of comfort and convenience but how he stands at times of controversy and challenges.”
Jermaine Branner
Founder & Executive Director
Jermaine Branner started out as a local investor with a mission to rebuild Pontiac—one home and one job at a time. He founded Perry Street Property Group after rehabbing 18 homes and realizing the need to train and hire from the community. Since 2021, he’s led projects across the city, secured government contracts, and built a company known for both quality work and community impact. Jermaine is licensed in lead abatement and asbestos removal and passionate about creating real opportunities through the trades.
Muhammad Khan
Founder & Director of Operations
Muhammad Khan Abdul-Aziz is a father of five, a proud Pontiac native, and a lifelong builder—of homes, of communities, and of people. As Director of Operations for Perry Street Empowerment, Muhammad brings over 12 years of hands-on construction experience and deep operational insight to lead the nonprofit’s workforce and housing initiatives. A certified journeyman carpenter (Local 1234), certified Michigan barber, and certified personal trainer, his diverse skillset mirrors his passion for holistic community development.
Muhammad has framed over 100 homes and managed complex operational pipelines, including budgeting, supply chains, compliance, and performance evaluation. But beyond his technical expertise, Muhammad’s leadership is grounded in service. A volunteer of United Brothers of Change, former football coach, and former board member of the Pontiac Farmers Market, he’s organized countless give-back events aimed at restoring pride and opportunity in urban neighborhoods.
His drive is rooted in his faith: “I do this for Allah,” he says. “I plan my days not to give into my desires, but to do the work necessary to uplift communities.” Inspired by his mother’s resilience raising 7 children, Muhammad leads by example—offering not only structure, but spirit.
Whether he’s walking a construction site, mentoring a young apprentice, or sharing wisdom outdoors with his children, Muhammad’s presence leaves an impression. His goal is clear: to help revive urban communities across Southeast Michigan, create jobs, and give families a real shot at ownership and stability.
“The only thing between you and your future, is your will. Stay discipline, stay resilient, stay focused, don’t give up. Do what it takes—.”
