Gregory A. Haile is the former president of Broward College in Broward County, Florida. The college is centered by its mission to transform lives by removing barriers to higher education. Under Mr. Haile’s leadership, the college has strategically expanded its service model to ensure individuals in the most challenged communities have access to postsecondary education. Broward College serves nearly 60,000 students and employs over 4,000 dedicated team members. The college has been named a Top Ten finalist for the prestigious Aspen Prize (which is administered every other year) for the years 2013, 2017, 2019, 2021, and 2023…

Maria Hernandez is a senior-level non-profit executive who has successfully designed and administered human service programs, clinical interventions, and research in the areas of health, behavioral health, education, financial stability, homelessness, veterans and emergency services within organizations in New York and Florida. Recognized as an industry thought leader for her background of expertise within the field, Maria has consistently executed community initiatives, built community partnerships, and formulated comprehensive programs that demonstrate positive change, facilitating prevention and treatment through evidence-based interventions.

Sheri Brown Grosvenor has served the Broward community throughout her life, starting in grade school as a Brownie with the Girl Scouts. Her passion for serving led her into a career with Broward County Public Schools, where she taught middle school language arts and reading for five years. Sheri’s love for helping others and leadership abilities prompted a transition into the nonprofit sector, where she has built a solid reputation as one of Broward’s most respected leaders in philanthropy. She has been with the Community Foundation of Broward for over 21 years and is currently the Vice President of Community Impact…

Dr. Latori Fulton has served as the Principal of Deerfield Beach Middle School since 2018. Before his appointment at Deerfield Beach Middle, he served as the Assistant Principal for seven years and taught English for eight years at Deerfield Beach High School. Dr. Fulton’s leadership experience prior to becoming an administrator included serving as Professional Development Lead, Schoolwide Response to Intervention Coordinator, Title One liaison, School-wide Behavior Specialist, High School Assistant Athletic Director, Freshman Academy Coordinator, School-wide Curriculum Lead, nd School-Wide College Career Readiness Lead – to name a few…

Shedrick Dukes earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in 1994, subsequently attending Nova Southeastern University in 2000, earning a Masters in Guidance and Counseling. In 2002, he continued his education at Florida Atlantic University, earning his Educational Specialist degree. For over 20 years, Mr. Dukes has worked as an educator in various roles, starting his career in 1994 as a substitute teacher in Tallahassee, Florida. From there, he has worked as a Pre-K, first, and fifth-grade teacher and a guidance counselor at Park Ridge Elementary School, Larkdale Elementary School, and Pompano Beach Middle School….