PEP: Prison Entrepreneurship Program

Al Massey serves as the Executive Relations Manager for the Prison Entrepreneurship Program
(PEP), where he coordinates monthly events at the Oliver J. Bell Unit in Cleveland, Texas. He is
also responsible for recruiting prospective volunteers and supporters through meetings and
public speaking engagements.
A graduate of the University of Houston, Al brings over 35 years of management experience in
the transportation industry. He joined PEP in 2008 as a program participant and has since held
several key roles, including In-Prison Manager, Re-Entry Manager, and his current position as
Executive Relations Manager.
Al’s journey is a testament to transformation and resilience. At the age of 55, he was incarcerated
for intoxication manslaughter and served 5 years and 4 months of a six-year sentence. Following
his release, he began working with PEP, dedicating his life to helping others achieve second
chances and building a legacy of impact and leadership within the organization.