Meet the Team!

 Mrs. Chesson is a mother of three and a licensed therapist with 19 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and a Master’s in Occupational Therapy. Passionate about supporting the elderly, she works with Volunteers of America to help older adults age with dignity, respect, and quality of life in their own homes, reducing the need for skilled nursing facilities. She is also dedicated to educating and uplifting women. In her personal time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending quality moments with her family. 

 Mrs. Jenkins is a retired public school educator and a former Peace Corps volunteer who served in Sierra Leone, West Africa. She enjoys art, music, swimming, fishing, traveling, exploring diverse cuisines, and spending time with family and friends. 

 Mrs. Doe is an educator within the Montgomery County Public Schools, dedicated to nurturing the next generation in Mathematics. She is passionate about developing young minds and supporting those in need. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, friends, and church community. 

   Mrs. Miller is an administrator with a deep passion for serving others, particularly children. She has dedicated many years as a Sunday School Teacher and treasures time spent with family and friends. She also enjoys traveling and exploring new experiences. 

  Mrs. Wreh retired in 2019 after 27 years of service as an Auditor, Conferee, and Investigator with the New Jersey Division of Taxation. She holds a B.Sc. in Mathematics with a minor in Economics and a Master of Public Administration. A devoted mother of three sons, she is known for her warm and approachable nature. She enjoys traveling and dedicates her time to volunteering and empowering others. 

Mrs. Denise Mitchell is a dedicated researcher whose work is guided by her commitment to educating women and children. She is passionate about empowering women to improve their quality of life, with a long-term vision of shaping stronger communities and positively impacting future generations. Her aspiration is to make a lasting difference in the lives of many.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Mrs. Mitchell values time with her family, enjoys traveling to new places, and embraces lifelong learning. She is actively engaged in teaching and takes pride in sharing knowledge with enthusiasm and purpose.

Mrs. Brenda Bedell holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Finance. A devoted wife of 30 years and mother of four, she has served as an executive in nonprofit organizations since 2014, bringing extensive experience in driving organizational growth and impact. She blends her passion for community empowerment with her strong business and financial expertise to help organizations create meaningful change through economic development and opportunity.

Mrs. Bedell served for five years as Treasurer of Textbooks Africa, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring African children by providing textbooks, library books, computers, and school supplies. She also served for four years on the board of the S. T. Nagbe UMC Distant Members Fellowship (STNDMF), a nonprofit committed to discipleship and community welfare, where she now continues to contribute as Chairperson of the Program Committee.

Ms. Araminta Dixon-Summerville serves as an administrator in the financial sector and is deeply committed to community empowerment. She believes that when a child or woman is equipped through education and business, an entire community—and future generations—gain the resilience to thrive.

Ms. Dixon-Summerville has dedicated several years to service, including her role as coordinator for a feeding program with Raising Hope Mission Church in Alexandria, VA. She also served for two years as Vice President of Operations & Regional Affairs for the nonprofit S. T. Nagbe UMC Distant Members Fellowship (STNDMF) in Chicago, IL. Currently, she contributes her expertise to the program committees of both STNDMF and Women With Initiatives (WWI), supporting their efforts in planning and fundraising. Through her leadership and service, she continues to advance the well-being of diverse communities.  

Favorite Quote :

 “Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking: What’s in it for me?” -BRIAN TRACY