Why would someone introduce themselves that way? We’re always taught to put our best foot forward and present our highlight reel, right?

My life has been a recurring testimony that all can be done when you place it in God’s hands. At so many turns when I wasn’t doing my part, when I thought it was all over, when I had nothing left – God showed up and opened the doors for me. 

Born and raised in Milwaukee, success for people like me was bound to be short-lived and ill-begotten. With the confidence of a king and the backing of the Kingdom, I have always managed to outmaneuver the odds. 

I earned my Juris Doctorate at the Howard University School of Law, am an accomplished tech attorney passionate about God, African American culture, entrepreneurship, and generating wealth. 

I was born and raised on 27th and Chambers, one of the roughest neighborhoods in the ghetto of Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the infamous 53206 zip code. This part of Milwaukee is one of the most incarcerated and segregated cities in America and one of the statistically worse places for African American males in the US today. Against all odds, I received a Bachelor of Science degree from Jackson State University in 2002, received a Master of Arts in Teaching from Morgan State University in 2005 and is a 2008 Howard University School of Law graduate. 

An optimistic doer, I make an impact on the world by capitalizing on my God-given strengths and encouraging others. The struggles that I’ve faced throughout my life and up to this moment have taught me valuable lessons and helped to pull me through really difficult times.

“God loves you, you have been fearfully and wonderfully made, and God can use you for His purpose no matter how ratchet you think you are,” are phrases constantly rolling through my subconscious and I use them to help push me forward each day. Whether using my testimony to help others restore their faith or raising awareness about diversity in the legal profession, I do it passionately because I believe in others and their power to grow. Sharing my story is a must. It is my hope that all who hear it will find the unwavering love of God even in the midst of their trials and troubles.

Today I am an active Christian at the Renaissance Church of Christ in Atlanta, Georgia where I help lead the college and young adult ministry. I am happily married to my wife, TeErra Bingham, and am truly blessed with two lovely children, Charlie Bingham III and Carlie Bingham.

When I say Good Game it’s because I had to learn how to play this game called life differently. The good or bad of it is based on our perspectives and understandings, so it’s up to us to choose differently each day. One of my daily affirmations is “your best days are ahead of you so let’s make the next chapter the best chapter!” 

I began practicing Good Game when I understood that I was not the coach. I had to learn to listen. I needed to learn to trust. I needed to learn to follow. 

God shows up for us in many ways, but when we truly learn to step out and walk in faith is when we learn the fullness of His glory. This is just the start of my testimony, but it is my job to share it. I am glad you’ve come here to listen.