Meet Our Board of Directors
Janeika Fairley
Education Administrator; Department of Education
Dr. Janeika Fairley's extensive background in education, school leadership, mental health counseling, and program management in New York City showcases her dedication to supporting underserved communities and advocating for STEAM career opportunities for young people. With 20 years of experience, her commitment to empowering individuals to achieve success is evident in her work as a counselor and education administrator.
Ryan McBride
Global Program Associate; Obama Foundation
Ryan is a Global Programs Associate at the Obama Foundation. He is responsible for coordinating and supporting the development of international initiatives that aim to empower young leaders around the world.
Danielle Latty
Producer
As a Producer, Danielle Latty specializes in orchestrating film and television projects from inception to completion, ensuring that each production is both creatively inspired and smoothly executed.
Ayana Clark
Senior Insurance Risk Analyst at Amazon
As a Senior Insurance Risk Analyst at Amazon, Ayana focuses on assessing and mitigating financial risks associated with corporate insurance policies and claims to protect the company's assets and ensure operational continuity.
Shuron Jackson
Instructional Coach & Assistant Principal
Since beginning a career in education, Shuron has navigated a variety of spaces, with experiences that include the macro perspective of policy to the practicality of the classroom providing a holistic contribution to organizations, schools, and nonprofits.
Ikeem Boyd
Associate Producer, Amazon Prime Video
Ikeem is a versatile media professional and Temple University graduate who excels in crafting compelling content from concept through to execution.
Sandra Amponsah
College Counselor; Department of Education
Sandra is a dedicated college counselor passionate about supporting students and helping them succeed. With a background in media and entertainment, she brings a unique perspective to guiding students through their academic and personal journeys.
John Mobley
Entrepreneur
John Mobley is the founder of Shinju Japanese Whisky, Armero Tequila and Fervor Mezcal. As a NYC native, the goal has always been to inspire the next generation of creative thinkers.
Shelby Copeland
Associate Editor; Oprah Daily
Shelby Copeland is an associate editor and the assistant to O's editor-at-large, Gayle King. When she's not in assistant mode or writing for Oprah Daily, she is active in her community by donating her time and resources to giving back to youth in need.