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Meet Our Team

Our diverse team of dedicated individuals is committed to empowering you on your journey to success. With a wide range of backgrounds, expertise, and passions, our team brings together a wealth of knowledge and experience to support you every step of the way.

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Our Leadership Team

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Andrea Wilson

President and Chief Success Officer

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Valentina Ortiz

Program Manager

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Scherrie-Ann Richards

Public Relations Manager

Our Strength

At Achieve, we proudly embody the spirit of the “dream team.” Comprised of passionate individuals dedicated to empowering others, we believe in the transformative power of collaboration and collective expertise. Together, we form a dynamic force committed to turning dreams into reality, inspiring change, and driving success.

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Our Advisory Board

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Audrey Forbes

Chair

Derick Wilson

Derick Wilson

Vice Chair

Akailah Smith

Akailah Smith

Advisor

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Michael Zahra

Advisor

Andrea Wilson

President and Chief Success Officer

Andrea Wilson is a dreamer who sees possibilities in everything and everyone. She believes that dreams can become reality, however they need to be nurtured. She also believes that success should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or current situation.

In pursuing her dreams, she emigrated from Jamaica with the sole purpose of completing her engineering degree and getting an MBA, as she thought that was the path to her success.

After years of climbing the corporate ladder and 17 bosses, most of which she did work well with, she realized her ladder was up the wrong wall. Deciding to be boss #18, Andrea founded Achieve in 2013 with the goal of helping others create a vision of their success along with the road map to this success, in a safe supportive community.

Andrea lives her life on the following core values: God's Will, Family and Community. She has an Electrical Engineering Bachelor degree and a Master of Business Administration, however, what she is most proud of, is her 3 amazing daughters and granddaughter.

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Valentina Ortiz

Program Manager

With a background in Pedagogy and a specialization in Diversity and Inclusion Research, Valentina brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our team. Her commitment to education shines through in every project she undertakes, as she strives to create unique and enriching experiences for all involved.

Valentina's belief in the power of youth voices is evident in her work, as she fosters environments where every individual feels heard and valued. At Achieve, she champions the transformative power of conversations, recognizing them as catalysts for change and progress.

 

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Scherrie-Ann Richards

Public Relations Manager

Scherrie-Ann Richards is an Achieve Alumni who is intentionally living her best life. She uses her gifts, talents, and experiences to engage, inspire and empower minds. She has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry in diverse roles where she transitioned from the boardroom to the bedside and into the classroom.

Her educational and professional experiences have invited her into spaces to support the holistic advancement of underserved youths and seniors. Her love for people and her community has created opportunities for mentorship and allyship. She lives by the simple philosophy of treating people the way she wants to be treated…One love!