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Ms. Bell believes in the marriage of art, social consciousness & 

connection with my audience. This marriage was developed in my

upbringing with my artistic family in Trinidad & Tobago. The mixture

of artist & art administrating is something I witnessed in my artistic

family, they all had jobs in addition to their artwork. Hence, my ability

to easily move between creative & art administrative work. My goal

is always to find a way to afford to bring art out into the street where

everyday people go about their lives. Art for me is life and not apart

from life.

Maya Asha Underwood, born in New York City to a Gulf War veteran father and a Trinidadian educator mother, is a former Miss Palm Beach County USA 2022 and Miss Universe Trinidad and Tobago finalist. From a young age, Maya excelled in athletics, competing nationally in track and performing with the Young Singers of The Palm Beaches. A University of Miami graduate in Exercise Physiology, Maya now serves as a medical science teacher and Wellness Champion at Boynton Beach Community High School. She’s also a community activist, MMG model, and National Ambassador for Athletes for Hope.

Abayomi Manrique is an accomplished librarian, archivist, and educator with extensive experience in library management, archival research, and community engagement. Currently serving as a Librarian Senior/Assistant Manager at Lauderhill Central Park Library, he has played a pivotal role in overseeing library operations, developing programming, and curating collections that highlight African American, Caribbean, and Latin American studies. His dedication to historical preservation and information access extends to his work as a Library Associate and Archivist at the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History. 

With over 30 years of experience in the private sector, Ms. Ware has built a distinguished career in finance, working with prominent organizations like KPMG, The World Economic Forum USA, and Mitchell & Titus. She currently serves as the Corporate Controller at the Carnegie Institute of Washington, where she leads all financial operations and coordinates cross-divisional initiatives.

Beyond her professional achievements, Ms. Ware is deeply committed to her community. She is an active member of the governing boards of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women and volunteers as a youth mentor with the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Dover Alumnae Chapter.

Allison is a Certified Medical Billing Specialist with Baptist Health of South Florida. Originally from Trinidad & Tobago, I moved to New York City in 1975, completed my education, and worked as a Securities Processor at Manufacture Hanover Trust and Goldman Sachs. After marrying Valjean Guerra, I became an at-home mom for two years before working as a Paralegal for the City of New York Law Department. In 2006, my family moved to Boynton Beach, Florida. I've been actively involved in Caribbean community organizations, including C.A.R.E. and the Trinidad & Tobago Independence Ball Scholarship Committee. I’ve been married for 37 years and have three children.

A seasoned transactional attorney, I specialize in real estate transactions, corporate law, and business counseling, bringing a strategic and solutions-driven approach to negotiations, contract drafting, and due diligence. With a strong background in handling commercial leases, procurement projects, and land use matters, I support Fortune 500 companies and private clients in navigating complex legal landscapes across the U.S., Latin America, and Asia. Licensed in Florida and Georgia, with a professional qualification for practice in Caribbean territories, I provide comprehensive legal support on real estate financing, environmental compliance, and corporate governance while mentoring junior counsel and leading key legal initiatives.