The Change Leaders Playbook

Meet The Author

Dr. Jackson Drumgoole II, a distinguished social entrepreneur, thought leader, and community change agent with a profound commitment to transforming lives. With over three decades of impact, Dr. Drumgoole has tirelessly impacted the lives of fathers and the fatherless through his extensive repertoire of articles, conferences, books, and coaching sessions.

A seasoned 29-year Army veteran, author, speaker, university professor, and life coach, Dr. Drumgoole's remarkable journey has been marked by significant accolades. In 2013, he was honored with the prestigious “All Star Dad” of the Year award, standing alongside luminaries such as President Bill Clinton and former Macy’s CEO Terry J. Lundgren, bestowed by the National Father’s Day Committee for his exceptional work with military fathers during multiple deployments to Iraq. Most recently, Dr. Drumgoole received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award under the Biden Administration for his lifelong commitment to building a better community.

As the founder and executive director of the Bridge Builder Communities, Dr. Drumgoole spearheads Augusta’s pioneering venture into tiny home communities for youth aging out of foster care. Committed to providing safe, affordable housing, and essential life skills training, Bridge Builder Communities aims to facilitate a seamless transition into adulthood for its residents. Beyond his impactful initiatives, Dr. Drumgoole currently holds the position of Director of Strategic Community Engagement at Wellstar Medical College of Georgia and a devoted member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Alongside his beloved wife, ShDonna Flournoy of Sandersville, GA, Dr. Drumgoole is the proud father of five children, including natural triplets, and cherishes his role as a grandfather to three grandsons.