Joubert Joseph is a civic entrepreneur, community developer, and cultural curator recognized for advancing business innovation and community-driven leadership. He is the CEO and Co-founder of FOCO Digital Corp, a digital advertising company, and SocialPay Inc., a crowdfunding platform that helps communities raise funds for social causes. He also serves as a Scroobious Innovation Council Member and Chair of the Marketing Executive Council for Haiti Executive Board Inc., an organization he cofounded. Originally from Haiti and now based in the United States, Joubert combines entrepreneurial expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for community empowerment to drive meaningful social and economic impact. A graduate of the University of Central Florida with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Entrepreneurship, he is widely recognized for his leadership in digital innovation, social entrepreneurship, and equitable economic development.

Pamela brings more than three decades of experience in government relations, public administration, and community leadership. She began her career as a congressional intern and spent 15 years serving on the staff of a member of Congress, where she gained extensive experience in constituent services, legislative affairs, and diplomacy while developing a lifelong commitment to supporting Haitian communities seeking residency and citizenship. She later led intergovernmental relations for Broward County, Florida, and Florida Atlantic University, securing policy support and funding at the state and federal levels. In the final decade of her career, Pamela served as an assistant city manager in Broward County, overseeing municipal operations and public service initiatives. Since retiring in 2025, she has traveled across the United States volunteering in the food insecurity field and remains deeply committed to servant leadership and supporting Haitians in rebuilding a stronger future for their country.

Vanessa Rigaud is a design and innovation leader dedicated to using humancentered design to address complex community challenges. She currently serves as a Civic Designer for the City of Newport News, where she leads initiatives focused on economic mobility and community well-being. With experience spanning healthcare, government, and emerging technology, Vanessa brings expertise in equity-centered design, public innovation, and community engagement. As a board member of Ayiti Civique Lab, she is passionate about empowering communities, strengthening civic participation, and advancing innovative solutions that support Haiti and the Haitian diaspora. Her work is guided by a commitment to creating meaningful, peoplecentered change that improves lives and expands opportunities for all.

Randall Toussaint is an economic and community development professional with more than 20 years of experience helping communities drive growth, innovation, and opportunity. He serves as a Senior Advisor at The Chason Group, Managing Member of Thomsaint Creative LLC, and Co-founder of Toussaint Research Labs, a boutique research and marketing firm focused on advancing community and economic development through innovative solutions. Throughout his career, Randall has worked with some of the nation’s fastest-growing, most affluent, and most diverse communities, bringing expertise in strategy, research, and civic innovation. A member of the Forbes BLK community, he is widely recognized as a thought leader in economic development equity and civic technology. Randall lives in Lawrenceville, Georgia, with his wife, children, and their beloved Bernedoodle.

Ryan Rowe is a nonprofit leader and management advisor with extensive experience in strategic planning, governance, fundraising, and organizational development. Based in Montreal, Canada, he leads Socieau Advisory, a boutique consulting firm that supports nonprofit organizations and small-tomedium-sized businesses in strengthening their impact and sustainability. Previously, Ryan served as CEO of the Haiti National Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Initiative (HANWASH), where he helped secure more than $5 million in investments for water and sanitation infrastructure in partnership with local governments, utilities, and citizen groups. He brings approximately 15 years of board governance experience, having served nonprofit organizations across Kenya, Tanzania, Canada, and the United States. In addition to his professional work, Ryan provides pro bono advisory support to early-stage startups through incubators focused on water innovation and technology.

Stacia Clowes is a public health and human rights professional with more than 20 years of experience in education, community engagement, and capacity building. She holds a Master of Public Health and a Master’s degree in Human Rights and Global Ethics and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, with research focused on resilience, self-efficacy, and sustainable organizational and community transformation. Her experience spans both domestic and international settings, including public health work in Botswana and multiple mission trips to Haiti, where she collaborated with local communities and gained firsthand insight into the value of civic education, empowerment, and locally driven solutions. As an educator of both adolescent and adult learners, Stacia has designed and facilitated learner-centered experiences that foster critical thinking, engagement, and practical application. She is deeply committed to advancing civic education as a pathway to empowerment, believing that informed and engaged citizens are essential to building resilient, self-sustaining communities.

Rachelle is a communications and marketing professional with international experience creating meaningful connections between brands, communities, and consumers across diverse cultural environments. Creative, dynamic, and people-oriented, she brings expertise in storytelling, campaign development, brand activation, and community engagement. Throughout her career, she has worked with major companies, including, Matelec/Ace Hardware, Heineken West Indies, and Heineken Haiti - BRANA, leading marketing campaigns and product activations that strengthened brand visibility and consumer engagement. As a multilingual professional currently pursuing an MBA, Rachelle combines global experience with a growing commitment to communication initiatives that create positive social impact. She is passionate about using strategic communication to inform, connect, and inspire communities.

Suze François is an economic architect dedicated to designing systems, structures, and opportunities that enable underserved communities to generate, own, and sustain prosperity. She is the Founder and Principal of Mileus Global Consultancy, a boutique advisory firm that helps organizations translate social impact goals into operating models that drive measurable business performance. With experience spanning Fortune 1 corporations, USAID-funded initiatives, and grassroots enterprise development in rural Haiti, Suze specializes in building the interconnected conditions that make economic dignity possible at scale. Throughout her career, she has led a $100 million national workforce strategy, supported more than 100,000 women across global supply chains, and developed ventures that create jobs, strengthen local economies, and expand community infrastructure. Her work is grounded in the belief that sustainable development is achieved when communities have the tools, opportunities, and ownership needed to shape their own economic future.

Daphnée Sainvil is a leader in public affairs, public policy, and economic development, currently serving as Intergovernmental Affairs Division Manager for the City of Fort Lauderdale since 2020. She leads state and federal legislative strategy, advises city leadership on policy and governance, and manages international relations through the Sister Cities program. Previously, she served Broward County in senior policy and administrative roles, advancing legislative priorities, grant opportunities, and operational improvements. She holds advanced degrees in law and business, including a J.D., LL.M., and MBA, which support her strategic approach to public service. She is actively engaged in regional, national, and international organizations, serves on multiple boards, and has received numerous awards recognizing her leadership and civic impact, including honors for emerging and established public sector leaders.