Board of Directors

A dynamic professional with a bachelor’s degree in accounting sciences and extensive experience in accounting, administration, and human resources management. With a proven track record of leadership in financial management, Stephanie has consistently delivered results in various roles within non-profit organizations and the private sector. She is passionate about utilizing her skills to enhance organizational efficiency and support mission-driven projects, particularly in sectors that focus on social development and empowerment.

Professional Profile

With over 15 years of experience in accounting and administration, Stephanie has demonstrated exceptional competence in overseeing financial operations, managing human resources, and ensuring compliance with financial and legal regulations. Her professional journey has been marked by her strategic approach to problem-solving, her ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and her dedication to fostering team collaboration. Stephanie’s trilingual proficiency in French, English, and Haitian Creole, combined with her meticulous attention to detail, has enabled her to navigate diverse environments with confidence…

Core Competencies

– Accounting and financial reporting: Expertise in preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with donor and organizational requirements. 

– Human resources management: Experienced in recruiting, training, and managing staff, with a focus on team development and operational excellence. 

– Project management: Skilled in coordinating large-scale projects, from logistics to financial documentation and reporting. 

-Strategic planning: Proven ability to contribute to the development of financial strategies and organizational growth initiatives. 

– Volunteer leadership: Committed to community service, with experience in training individuals in logistics management and providing administrative advice.

Currently Vice-President of the Haitian Psychological Association (AHPSY). I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) in the Dominican Republic, where I specialized in Child Psychology, Education, and Play Therapy after receiving training from the Instituto Tecnológico in Madrid, Spain. I am also a Specialized Technician in handling, care, Psychomotricity, and Early Stimulation for babies and children from Angele Dei and Institute Master Mind, and in Infant Neuropsychology from the Centro de Capacitación Neuropsicología in the Dominican Republic. I am currently pursuing a double master’s degree in Learning Disabilities, Special Education, and Psychopedagogical Therapy at the Universidad ISEP in Barcelona, Spain.

Alexandre Patrick Vieux is a visionary leader and third-generation successor in his family’s distinguished business, Establishment Berthony Vieux, specializing in the food sector in Haiti. With a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Montreal, Alexandre blends academic expertise with deep-rooted family heritage to lead the company toward continued success and innovation.

As Vice President and Deputy Director General, Alexandre spearheads strategic growth initiatives and operations, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to advancing the food industry and supporting sustainable development in Haiti. His leadership is marked by his dynamic and compassionate nature, effortlessly building meaningful relationships that inspire collaboration and unity within the business and the community.

Alexandre’s charisma and ability to engage people from all walks of life have made him a highly respected figure in both professional and social circles. His proactive involvement in community development reflects his deep passion for Haiti and its people, whether through his business efforts or his long-standing volunteer work with Fondation Enfant Jeunesse (FEJ- Haiti ). Having been actively involved with FEJ from a young age, Alexandre developed a profound connection to the organization’s mission, gaining firsthand experience in its operations and challenges. His early volunteer work helped shape his values of humility, empathy, and service—qualities that continue to guide him today in his leadership role.

Alexandre’s approach to leadership is centered on compassion, vision, and action. He is deeply committed to driving positive change, both through his business and his community efforts, by empowering people and fostering economic growth in Haiti. His personal connection to his country and dedication to social impact makes him an influential force in advancing not only his family business but also the broader Haitian society.

With a combination of strong business acumen, heartfelt dedication to social progress, and a visionary outlook, Alexandre Patrick Vieux stands out as an exceptional leader dedicated to creating a brighter and more prosperous future for Haiti.

Is deeply respected in Haiti’s business community and government sector. Through his vision and business acumen, the Tim-Bar International Paper Company, where he serves as the General Manager, remains a Haitian-owned and operated manufacturing company. He is the former Vice President of Ingenieurs Consultants & Associés, which specializes in water treatment and power production and distribution. With a degree in chemical engineering from City University of New York and further study in manufacturing management, Serge’s business success over the past 30 years is paralleled by his commitment to serving the needs of his country. He is an invaluable member of the FEJ Board of Directors. Serge is known for his practical insights, detailed advice, and excellent listening skills.

Has over 30 years of experience in education and management. She is passionate about serving the young and the old. In 2010, she retired from her post as the President and General Director of Kindergarten, Petits Bouts de Choux, in Haiti, where she served for 14 years. Prior to that, Maryse served as an administrator in Foyer de Personness Agés in Canada. With a degree in early childhood education and psychology from Syracuse University, her work and studies have spanned the globe: from Brooklyn, New York to Pétion-Ville, Haiti, as well as Canada to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Deeply respected within the Haitian community, Maryse is actively mentoring the next generation of FEJ leaders. She is known for her problem-solving skills and wonderful sense of humor.

Is a board-certified surgeon, specializing in surgical oncology. Born in Petit-Goave, Haiti, Dr. Reid completed his medical studies at the University of Haiti and his residency at Memorial Hospital in Worchester, Massachusetts. He led a thriving private practice for over 30 years in Walpole, Massachusetts. Respected both locally and internationally, Dr. Reid is a past president of the Association of Haitian Physicians Abroad and the Neponset Valley Unit of the American Cancer Society. He has also served multiple terms on the Board of Directors for Neponset Valley Health System. He remains an active member of the American College of General Surgeons, Boston Surgical Society, New England Cancer Society, and the Haitian Organization for Health Services. Dr. Reid is passionate about sharing his international experience and medical knowledge with his homeland.

Vanessa Abdel-Razak is an attorney registered with the Port-au-Prince Bar, with over 15 years of experience in the legal field. She holds a law degree from Quisqueya University in Haiti, as well as a Master’s in International and Comparative Environmental Law from the University of Limoges, and a Master’s in Public Law and a university diploma in Comparative Legal Studies from Aix-Marseille University, France. She also earned a postgraduate certificate in law with a specialization in international business law from the University of London and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIarb) as well as several international professional associations in which she actively participates.

Always eager to stay at the forefront of legal developments, Vanessa regularly attends continuing education seminars. She holds a certificate in legislative drafting and methods from the University of Geneva, a certificate from the World Intellectual Property Organization on trademarks, industrial designs, and models, and a diploma in international aviation law from IATA in Miami, USA. Since 2016, she has also been teaching environmental law at Quisqueya University.

After several years of working with renowned law firms, Vanessa founded Abdel-Razak & Associates in 2016. The firm is committed to providing superior legal services, based on a pragmatic approach, while adhering to the highest standards of integrity and ethics.

Vanessa advises both businesses and individuals, helping them develop optimal legal strategies for their projects, while representing them in a wide range of legal disputes and transactions. Her main areas of specialization include intellectual property, business law, and family law. Trilingual, she is fluent in French, English, and Spanish.

In her leisure time, Vanessa enjoys engaging in sports activities, both indoors and outdoors, and has a passion for reading.

Daughter of doctors, Vanessa has inherited a deep calling for service and solidarity. She is actively involved in charitable actions, with a particular interest in women’s empowerment, education, and motivating young people.

Currently, as Chief Transformation Officer at LAD Consulting, LLC, she continues to apply her expertise in driving strategic improvements and fostering organizational growth in a variety of client companies.

From her start as an electrical and aeronautical engineer, Lillian steadily climbed the engineering and management ranks to become a Company Officer in Vice President roles at several companies including Spirit AeroSystems, Beechcraft Corporation, American Eagle Airlines, and Independence Airlines.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Lillian’s expertise extends to her roles as an Adjunct Professor and valued Aerospace and Defense Advisory Board member at the University of Tennessee’s Haslam College of Business, Advisory Board member for the AWESOME Leaders organization and a board Member for the National Aviation Hall of Fame.

Brooke Lehmann is a clinical social worker and public interest attorney whose professional expertise is in the areas of children’s health, education, and child welfare. Ms. Lehmann has spent two decades providing direct clinical and advocacy services to children and families while simultaneously working to improve the systems that administer these services through policy development and legislative advocacy. As the Founder and President of Childworks, LLC, Ms. Lehmann has managed multi-million dollar local, state, and federal advocacy campaigns, providing legislative analysis and strategy expertise to clients serving vulnerable populations of children, youth, and families. As a national expert, Ms. Lehmann provides consultation on the design, development, and reform of pediatric health/mental health services and special education and child welfare systems.

Ms. Torres is an executive coach for growing nonprofits, helping their staff to serve with excellence. She has over twenty years of experience as an international nonprofit fundraiser for top non-governmental organizations.

As Senior Development Officer on individual giving teams, Lisa has specialized in connecting major and mega donors more closely to the mission of organizations like Habitat for Humanity and World Vision.

On a personal level, through FEJ-USA, Lisa and her husband, Moises, adopted their now fourteen-year-old son, Messi, from Haiti.  They are and active part of FEJ’s adoptive parents’ community supporting all FEJ’s programs. Lisa currently serves as the Board’s Grant Committee chair.

Marcia is a global executive, who positions organizations for success with effective and innovative business strategy and tactical marketing leadership. She’s made a positive impact at a range of companies and organizations as both a consultant and marketing executive.

Founder and Principal of The Monarch Group, Marcia guides business strategy and marketing initiatives for organizations within a wide range of industries across the globe, successfully positioning clients to achieve their business objectives. Marcia has held a variety of marketing leadership positions of increasing responsibility at Fortune 500 companies. She has led global branding in over 50 countries.

Originally from Jamaica, Marcia immigrated with her family to New York City where she spent her formative years. She currently resides in Atlanta with her Haitian-born son, Patrick. When not spearheading business strategy and marketing initiatives, Marcia loves to “globetrot” with Patrick, read, sew and crochet.

Brian has been helping to recruit and coordinate volunteers for FEJ since early 2012 and began serving as the Operations Director in August 2015. His involvement with FEJ started in 2007 when he and his wife, Dr. Rima Carlson, began the process of adopting their oldest daughter from FEJ’s orphanage. Brian’s professional background is in forest conservation, having worked in Michigan and Vermont to encourage the sustainable use of forest resources.