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Board of Directors

Dr. Latazia Stuart (DoctorTazz)

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

Dr. Latazia Stuart (DoctorTazz) is an global fertility advocate, speaker, coach, and best-selling author of 'The Secrets of Faith Infertility: An Untold Journey of Faith, Fertility, and Favor.' After enduring years of silent suffering and concealing her shame surrounding her infertility and pregnancy losses, DoctorTazz now courageously shares her personal fertility journey, igniting hope and faith in fertility for those who experience fertility challenges. She is the Founder and President of Fertility Empowerment International (FEI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of building hope, breaking the silence, and bringing empowerment to individuals facing fertility issues and changing the narrative within our communities.

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As a Doctor of Education and a seasoned academic leader with over 22 years in higher education, including 15 years leading remote online learning teams at healthcare focused universities, she seamlessly blends professional excellence with profound fertility insights and practical tools, especially crucial as infertility challenges continue to rise, now impacting 1 in 6 persons globally and pregnancy losses now impacting 1 in 4. (World Health Organization & Center for Disease Control, statistics respectively).

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A highly sought speaker, DoctorTazz provides sensitivity training seminars to organizational leadership, emphasizing a holistic support framework to retain members and associates. Her mission throughout her work focuses on supporting, educating, and increasing awareness of fertility and reproductive health issues to create safe spaces and break down stigmas.

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Despite her long and painful fertility journey, DoctorTazz is now an amazing mom to 3 miracle kids and constantly expresses her gratitude for her supportive husband, Dwayne, who stood with her during the darkest days of their journey together. With island roots from The Bahamas, living a gluten-free life, she loves the beach and all things guava and pineapple.

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EDLYN S. RAHMING, CPA

TREASURER & BOARD OF DIRECTOR
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Edlyn Rahming is the Founder and CEO of ELITE Financial & Consulting Services, LLC, a Florida based firm specializing in auditing, accounting, and tax services primarily to nonprofit organizations,  local and international clients. With over 27 years of experience as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), she holds active CPA licenses in the states of Florida, Georgia, and California.

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Edlyn's career includes working with one of the Big Four world’s largest accounting firms, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), and various Fortune 500 companies. Her extensive knowledge encompasses both external and internal auditing, with a specific focus on nonprofit organizations for over 12 years. Her specialization includes a deep understanding of the unique financial needs and challenges faced by nonprofits.

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Currently, she serves as the Board Treasurer for Fertility Empowerment International, Inc. (FEI). In this capacity, she utilizes her nonprofit accounting expertise to help build a strong financial foundation for FEI, enabling the organization to secure grant funding and achieve its mission of empowering individuals and families facing fertility challenges.​

Beyond her professional commitments, Edlyn is passionate about community service and actively volunteers with various nonprofit organizations. Her interests include healthy living, exercising, and reading—particularly topics related to spirituality, leadership, and self-development. She enjoys gardening, engaging in nature and outdoor activities, and spending quality time with her son and family.

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Through her work and community involvement, Edlyn exemplifies a commitment to financial excellence and a deep dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of others.

CASSANDRE BORTEY

SECRETARY & BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Cassandre Bortey is a Vegan Nutritional Coach and a Domestic Engineer, commonly known as a stay-at-home mom. With over 15 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, she excels at managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, almost like managing spinning plates, both figuratively and literally.

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Cassandre takes pride in her role on the board of directors for FEI, an organization dedicated to “cultivating hope, shattering silence, and igniting empowerment for those facing fertility challenges.” Her personal journey with fertility includes a pregnancy loss in 2020, which impacted her greatly and her resulted in her struggling to navigate her subsequent pregnancy with her rainbow baby. This experience empowered her to speak out and support others facing similar challenges, marking a full-circle moment in her life through her role in FEI.

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Born in Haiti, Cassandre has been married to her middle school best friend, Derrick for 15 years. Together, they raise three beautiful and fierce daughters in Central Florida. A passionate cook, Cassandre believes that food is a love language, and interestingly, all of her pregnancies have been home births.

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ORVILLE THOMAS

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Orville Thomas, is a father of two girls and a devoted husband. As a Operations & Logistics business leader, Orville combines his logistic expertise with a deep commitment to supporting families. His ability to streamline operations and optimize resources makes him effective in ensuring that services are delivered efficiently. He serves as a church Stewardship Director and Lead Elder.

 

These roles reflect his compassionate leadership and dedication to identifying and responsible management of resources in nonprofit organizations. As a father of two daughters, he has aligned his personal values to emphasize empathy, collaboration, support and community care  for women’s healthcare. 

LISA CAMPBELL, RN

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Lisa Campbell is a wife and mother of two, certified coach, speaker and author. With a passion for helping leaders increase their impact, while empowering them to prioritize their well-being, she helps her clients optimize their leadership potential and build sustainable wellness habits.

 

As a Registered Nurse for over 20 years with 15 years in healthcare leadership, she is a key partner for  individuals and organizations who desire to integrate wellness into their strategy for success. Lisa engages clients in assessing barriers, then build and  implement sustainable plans. She is also the creator of the S.T.A.R.T. with You! Self-care framework and author of the S.T.A.R.T. with YOU! Self-care Journal & Planner, journey that started with her own experiences with anxiety and unmanaged stress. Her passion for helping women with similar stories led her to partner with Fertility Empowerment International as a board member.

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Lisa’s desire to see women in leadership thrive, drives her to curate experiences that empowers them to show up as their best selves in all areas of their lives!

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LA-ANNA DOUGLAS

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

La-Anna Douglas is a dedicated women's advocate, published model, influencer, writer, and motivational speaker. Her inspiring journey has reached global audiences, including features in the UK newspaper and presentations at Congress as a Patient Advocate for the Fibroid Foundation and the FDA, in collaboration with The White Dress Project. Currently, she is involved in Endo Black's campaign, "Empowering Endo Sistas," raising awareness about endometriosis.

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La-Anna has been published in various magazines, including I'M FRUITFUL, InJoy, and Full Bloom, and has graced the covers of AfroNews and Empowering Boss Life. Overcoming significant health challenges, including endometriosis and infertility, she credits her faith for her resilience. A survivor of infertility, sexual abuse, bullying, and depression, La-Anna is married to Tim and is a mother to two miracle daughters.

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She actively shares her experiences through public speaking at conferences and podcasts, earning multiple awards for her inspirational work. La-Anna continues to make a difference, participating in notable fashion events like Harlem Fashion Week and Sustainable Fashion Week.

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