Today we’d like to introduce you to Philip Peters
Hi Philip, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I work in the music industry and’ve spent over 20 years in artist management here in Franklin, TN. I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredible artists like TobyMac and Mandisa, and more recently, Sean Dietrich — helping guide their careers and build meaningful connections in the industry. I started working in music back in 2002, and it’s been an incredible journey ever since.
In 2005, after visiting Haiti, I saw guys my age wearing the same clothes no matter what they were doing — whether they were playing soccer, going to church, or just hanging out. I didn’t have a lot of money at the time, but I did have a closet full of shirts, shoes, and pants I didn’t really need. About six months later, 12 of us went back to Haiti with supplies, and that’s really where the growth of Restore Haiti began.
When the massive earthquake hit in 2010, we already had infrastructure in place, which allowed us to support missionaries on the ground and help distribute supplies to those in need.
I founded Restore Haiti with a simple goal: to help transform communities through education, healthcare, and nutrition. What started with just a handful of kids in one community has grown into something far bigger than I ever imagined. Today, Restore Haiti supports over 1,000 students across several communities, and we employ more than 50 Haitians who help lead and sustain the work locally.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
One of the biggest hurdles is the instability — both politically and economically. There are times when unrest can shut down entire communities, making it difficult to get supplies, hold programs, or even move around safely. On top of that, natural disasters are a constant threat. Between earthquakes, hurricanes, and flooding, there’s always the possibility that all the progress we’ve made could be wiped out in a matter of hours.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I wear a couple of different hats, but at the heart of it all, I’m really about building meaningful connections — whether through music or serving communities in Haiti. Management for Tobymac, Sean Dietrich or INDYCAR driver Sting Ray Robb.
I’ve spent over 20 years in the music industry in artist management, helping talented artists like TobyMac navigate their careers. I specialize in building strong teams around artists, helping them grow their platforms and stay true to who they are.
In both music and nonprofit work, I’ve always been focused on relationships. People are my drug of choice. Whether working with an artist or sitting with a family in Haiti, I want to understand their story and find ways to walk alongside them. It’s not about quick fixes — it’s about building trust and investing for the long haul.
We’d be interested to hear your thoughts on luck and what role, if any, you feel it’s played for you?
Everything happens for a reason. If you are kind, treat people well, and stay focused, then what happens, happens. There are always disappointing days — or even disappointing seasons — but for the most part, you learn from the bad just as much as you do when everything operates like it’s supposed to.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://restorehaiti.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restorehaiti
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restorehaiti
- Twitter: https://x.com/restorehaiti
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@restorehaitinews
