About Our Team


Alfred D. Haynes,Director(Mr. How) AI D. Haynes is often told he has never met a stranger, meaning he is a very friendly guy. He likes to say You can be friendly and still accomplish your goal, despite the circumstances.” Al is a veteran of the United States Army. He often relies on that training when he finds himself in the presence of people that may have various opinions on how to accomplish the task at hand.

As a husband of 31 years, father, grandfather, brother and a son himself, family unity is very important to him. Our team at Today Grace Happens, INC, respects Al, his leadership skills and training that help us resolve tasks in an appropriate manner.

Veronica Ray-Haynes, President (Visionary) Veronica Ray Haynes, is wife, mother of three, grandmother of two. She has worked in the service industry of housekeeping, foodservice and various health care roles, including a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Licensed Practical Nurse.

She is a NC Realtor and is an ordained Pastor. She also has an Associates Degree in Business Administration. Veronica loves to garden and can often be found teaching her grandchildren and great nephews how to garden. Part of her vision for Today Grace Happens,Inc, is to teach anyone who desires, how to start a garden. Veronica, along with the team of Today Grace Happens,INC, believe that this is one of the weapons that can help to stop hunger iniquities.

Denise Johnson, Secretary (The Admin) Denise Johnson, is a married mother of three. However, she will tell you that it is her grandson that takes her breath away. Her passion of helping others recognize their full potential in themselves, is a calling on her life. Her service as a Certified Nursing Assistant; a Medicaid Coordinator; several positions at the United States Postal Service; Ministerial duties of Secretary, Treasurer, Teacher and work as a community volunteer have allowed her to serve in many ways that have impacted many people. Her heart to serve and excellent administrative skills are why we at Today Grace Happens, INC call her, “The Admin.”

Klarissa Robinson, Treasurer(Gatekeeper) Klarissa Robinson earned a dual degree in Psychology and African American Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduation Klarissa worked with an educational support company assisting Title I schools throughout North Carolina and Virginia. During this experience she realized how much children could learn through play. Upon the end of the No Child Left Behind program, Klarissa left the field of education and began working in the specialty toy industry for a local franchisee of Learning Express Toys. Working at Learning Express allowed Klarissa to expand her business, management, and human resources skills starting as a team member and working her way up to Multi-Store and Inventory Management. After 7 years in the Inventory Management position, Klarissa resigned after the birth of her second child. She now uses her talents and experience to better the lives of others. Her desires to help others and background in inventory acquisitions make her a valuable voice at Today Grace Happens, INC.