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Jessica Jolly is a Detroit native and passionate Public Health and Healthcare Administrator with over 15 years of experience in healthcare management, executive leadership, healthcare operations, teaching, and health coaching.

With more than three decades of substance use disorder (SUDs) experience, including lived experience, Marlenea Watkins is passionate about recovery. She has designed and implemented successful Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) programming, and is an expert at twelve-step programming.

Dadisi Najib is an entrepreneur, international relations professional, government affairs liaison, and communications specialist focused on global partnerships and public engagement. She brings expertise in stakeholder relations, strategic communications, and government affairs to support mission-driven initiatives. As a board member, she provides a global perspective that strengthens partnerships and advances equitable access to health resources. She is committed to promoting sustainable, culturally informed solutions that improve health outcomes worldwide.

RoLanda Wilkins is an innovative program administrator, global community organizer, and advocate for women and youth with more than 30 years of experience in health, wellness, and leadership development. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Earth Mama Healing, Inc., where she has created programs such as Dream Academy, Queens Rising, Wii Girl, and Nurtured Girls, empowering thousands of girls and families to achieve personal and educational success. RoLanda has worked with schools including Sacramento City Unified, Elk Grove Unified, and the Sacramento County Office of Education. She also leads the Quality of Life Road Trip, a 30-day educational journey across the U.S. and Canada for young women. RoLanda’s mission is to inspire youth to dream beyond their circumstances and build stronger communities.

Demetrius Dillard, Sr. brings over 18 years of healthcare technology and management experience to Aspire, emphasizing health equity and non-bias technology integration.

Karuna Leary Psy. D brings 20+ years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in communities impacted by racial disparity, including Atlanta, Denver, and Marin City, California.

Patty Rodriguez brings over 15 years of administrative healthcare experience in both the nonprofit and private sectors. She is passionate about community service and dedicated to public health.