Andrea R. Royal
Andrea R. Royal is a NYS Credential Professional Development Instructor for over 15 years as well as a Certified Life Coach. She is the President and Ceo of Alexandria & Akea’s Playhouse, Inc, also known as AAPI Services. AAPI Services is a nonprofit organization providing services for intellectual disabled individuals. Her professional development experience started in 2005 while working at the United Federation of Teachers. As the Vice President of Childcare Networks, Ms. Royal represented over 5,000 Providers and as liaison to NYC Childcare Providers, she represented 28,000 Providers. She holds an Associates of Arts, a Bachelor’s in History and a minor in African American studies as well as a Masters in Human Relations and Business. Andrea is a Certified Life and Relationship Coach. Currently, Ms. Royal is working on publishing her first book, Through the Journey, a womens guide to surviving a toxic relationship.
Cheryl McLeod
Cheryl McLeod is the mother of 2 adult daughters, and she is the grandmother of 2. She was Valedictorian of Livingston High School, and she attended Lehigh Valley College of Human Services. She is a licensed cosmetologist and a mentor at a human services agency in Pennsylvania for disadvantaged youth trying to get their life back on track.
Cheryl is the author of Grand Larceny, a story of a young girl named Sherelle Johnson who tries to maintain her innocence, but unfortunately experiences molestation at the tender age of nine. After this traumatic event, Sherelle’s life spirals out of control, and she leads a life of crime and incarceration. Ms. Powell’s Grand Larceny is part of a trilogy with her next book soon to be published by the Spring of 2025 called, Like Mother, Like Daughter.
Cheryl became an ordained minister in 2019 and she is regularly active in prison ministry. Cheryl believes offering opportunities for prayer, meditation and spiritual reflection can help inmates find solace, peace, and strength during their time of incarceration. Cheryl’s goal is to hopefully continue her efforts to support this population by opening “ Each One, Reach One” a non-profit to provide financial assistance, pastoral counseling, and reconciliation circles with the inmate’s family. Cheryl unequivocally believes that nobody should be left behind regardless of their situation or challenging life event. Cheryl is paying it forward from her life experiences and wants to give hope and encouragement to all in need.
Dr. Nat
Dr. Williams and his wife of 21 years, Tade (ta-day), have eight children, of which one child has autism, and another is adopted. Dr. Williams is a noted author, lecturer, entrepreneur, international motivational speaker, and keynote speaker. He is the President/CEO and Founder of HumanWorks Affiliates Inc., a cluster of 8 organizations that provide direct social services and management support to human service agencies. He has been in this position for the last 30 years.
He was five years old when he and his 11 siblings lost their mother to a cranial aneurysm. He has never known who his father is. His 13-year experience growing up as an orphan and ward of the New York City foster care system left an indelible mark on his life and has shaped his professional career.
He has an MBA from Strayer University, a master’s degree in human services from Lincoln University, and a master’s degree in public administration from Cheyney University. He holds two doctorates. A Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Change (Ed.D.) from Fielding Graduate University and a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from the University of Southern California. Dr. Williams was awarded two Doctor of Humane Letters – one from Lackawanna College in May, 2018 and the other from Kutztown University in May, 2021. He is a Licensed Social Worker and also possesses a Letter of Qualification as a Superintendent of Schools (PK-12) from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Dr. Williams has authored ten books and has been featured in books and magazines. His most recent book is the 4Ms of Safety, Service, and Success – Mapping, Mental Health/Wellness, Mediation, and Mentorship.
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