Justin is from Queens, New York. He has a bachelor of arts in political science from Lincoln University and a master of business administration from Queens University. He attends Bethel Baptist Church. He lives with his wife and children in Kannapolis.

Justin is a nonprofit consultant and grant writer. He also owns and operates Just in Case ADI, a firearms sales and personal defense instruction company. He previously worked as the Director of Exploring Programs for the Southern Region at the Boy Scouts of America national office. He also worked in University Advancement for North Carolina A&T State University.

Justin's campaign for Kannapolis Mayor is his first entry into politics.