Board Members
Alexandra Adrien
Board Member
Alexandra Adrien, is a social worker dedicated to effecting positive change in the lives of individuals and communities. Rooted in an unyielding commitment to social transformation, she brings a wealth of experience to this mission.
Felicia Black
Secretary
Felicia Black, is a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate and self-motivated endeavoring to bridge the gap for the vulnerable, marginalized, and poor population. She specializes in trauma therapy and trauma informed care practice.
Suliat Davies
Secretary
Suliat Davies, is a well-rounded, strategic, agile leader with 10+ years’ experience in clinical operations, vendor management, and regulatory compliance within the clinical research industry for small to large size contract research organizations (CRO), pharmaceutical, and biotechnology companies.
Karimat Lasisi
Co-Treasurer
Karimat Lasisi, is a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist servicing the geriatric population in their homes within the New York City/ Long Island area. Karimat focuses on innovative and researched based interventions to foster rehabilitation in all areas of daily living in hopes of improving quality of life and independence with all occupational performance in the least restrictive environment.
Dr. Zainab Oyelami
Co-Treasurer
Dr. Oyelami is a resident of Maryland. She is a mother of two. She practices general dentistry and enjoys connecting with people on a deeper level. She enjoys being in the company of loved ones and creating positive, impactful interactions. As a board member she hopes to be apart of growing the retreat programs and supporting mental health initiatives in the community.
Stephen Penn
Vice Chair (External Affairs)
Stephen Penn, is a committed senior corporate paralegal at Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Hester Rice
Vice Chair (Internal Affairs)
Hester Rice, is a dedicated licensed master social worker. She has devoted her life to empowering individuals from marginalized communities by helping them recognize their strengths and create meaningful change. Specializing in trauma-informed care and inner child work, Hester guides others toward healing by reconnecting them with their true selves. Hester believes that embracing our inner truth allows us to live with dignity, purpose, and light. In every interaction, Hester strives to create safe, empowering spaces where personal transformation can thrive.