​Lauren Mallett-Hays is a Speech Language Pathologist at Washington Regional Medical Center,  who specializes in treating adults suffering from communication or swallowing disorders following traumatic brain injury, stroke, and neurocognitive disorders. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from the University of Central Arkansas and a Masters in Communication Disorders from the University of North Texas. Prior to her career in healthcare, Lauren used her leadership skills as a store manager for a fortune 500 company and as a secondary science teacher/coach. Lauren and Ryan shared a passion for youth and giving back to their community, and she is honored to be able to continue her brother’s legacy.

J.R. Carroll is a partner at Kutak Rock law firm and a registered contract advisor with the National Football Players Association. He serves as an engagement partner in Kutak’s Fayetteville office, focused on representing companies of all sizes in the areas of product liability and complex commercial litigation. J.R. holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Arkansas. He has been named to The Best Lawyers in America© list by US News for the years 2017 through 2024. It was through his unique friendship with Ryan and the Mallett family, that J.R. began his work as a contract advisor with the NFLPA to ensure that Ryan and fellow Razorback athletes’ best interests are at the forefront of contractual decision making. Despite Ryan and J.R. being polar opposites, their friendship and love for each other was unrivaled.

Justin Boeving serves as a partner at Socium Advisors and founder of Athletes Advantage Financial. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Management-Finance & Real Estate from the University of Arkansas. After joining Northwestern Mutual through the internship program in 2007, Justin built a successful career by narrowing his focus and becoming one of the foremost experts in financial planning for collegiate and professional athletes. He has been awarded several prestigious internal awards at Northwestern Mutual while also earning the #2 spot on the 2022 Forbes Financial Security Professionals Best-In-State list in the state of Arkansas. Justin also serves as board chairman for the American Cancer Society. Though Ryan first met Justin as a client of Athletes Advantage, their friendship quickly became a brotherly bond. Because of that bond and Justin’s love for the Mallett family, he is excited to be playing an integral part in continuing Ryan’s legacy and ensuring the future success of the Mallett Family Foundation by providing his financial stewardship.

Debbie Mallett is a retired educator. After completing her Bachelor’s of Science in Education from Arkansas State University, she spent 37 years dedicated to youth development through her time as a middle school and high school English teacher. She was named Texarkana Middle School Teacher of the Year in 2008 and 2018. Outside of the classroom, she dedicated her time as a class sponsor, Beta Club sponsor, and cheerleading sponsor. After retirement, she moved back to NWA to be near her daughter and 3 grandchildren. Ryan was honored to call Debbie his mother and always sought her guidance with difficult decisions.