Board of Directors — Cultural Academy For Excellence

Board of Directors

"Guiding Excellence, Inspiring Futures"

Our Leadership

Committed to Community Excellence

CAFE's Board of Directors is composed of dedicated community leaders, healthcare professionals, and advocates who volunteer their time and expertise to govern and guide our organization. Together with our Executive Director, they ensure CAFE remains true to its mission of empowering youth through arts and education.

Dr. Barbara A. Hutchinson, Board Chair

Board Chair

Dr. Barbara A. Hutchinson, MD

Board Chair

"Learning can occur in different settings with differing approaches, and it is lifelong. As you board the train to your next academic destination, start thinking about the mark you want to leave at your next stop. Please remember to pack all the tools we gave you so you can build a solid, rounded, academic career."

— Graduation advice given to CAFE students

Board Members

BH

Barbara Hutchinson, MD

Board Chair

Medical Doctor

DT

David Thorpe

Vice Chair

NA

Nailah Adams, MD

Board Member

Medical Doctor

GD

Gerard Davidson, DDS

Board Member

Doctor of Dental Surgery

SD

SherryAnn DeCoteau

Board Member

IM

Ingrid Mazique, MD

Board Member

Medical Doctor

TT

Tonya Times

Board Member

RZ

Ron Zeigel

Board Member

LG

Lorna Green

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

With over 30 years of experience in Business Management and more than 16 years in Community Program Management, Lorna Green founded CAFE in 1996 and continues to lead the organization with passion and vision. Her ability to recruit, manage, and motivate people has been instrumental in CAFE's success.

Our Impact

9
Board Members
30
Years of Service
500+
Students Served
99%
College Enrollment

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