A mother in Haiti watched her 3-year-old son come home every day reciting memory verses and practicing letter sounds. This is why we do what we do, and your support is making it possible across 10 Genesis schools this fall.
Despite the alarming headlines from Haiti, your support is making a real difference. From feeding students daily to launching our new Genesis pilot school for 3-year-olds, hope is alive and growing… because of you.
William (Bill) Mansfield is the President and Owner of On Track Technology Solutions, LLC, with more than 30 years of experience in the technology industry. He built his first company, On Track Communications, Inc., from the ground up—growing it from zero clients to more than 7,000 commercial customers and annual billings exceeding $30 million before successfully selling to AppDirect in 2020. Today, through On Track Technology Solutions, Bill leads global initiatives in the sustainability sector, helping commercial and industrial clients improve water and energy efficiency. A longtime supporter of charitable causes, Bill has served on numerous nonprofit boards and views volunteering as a way to share his many blessings with others.
Byron Howell is both a lawyer and a minister, bringing over a decade of dedicated service to Schools for Haiti. In his legal practice, Byron represents major real estate firms in complex acquisitions, applying a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach—a skill set he also brings to his ministry and nonprofit work. He and his wife, Shannon, have traveled to Haiti numerous times, visiting our schools and connecting with the communities we serve. Byron’s blend of education, professional expertise, and deep heart for ministry continues to advance Schools for Haiti’s mission in meaningful ways.
Douglas Fearing and his wife Lois reside in Portage, Wisconsin. Douglas is the CEO of Fearing’s Audio Video Security, a company he and Lois founded in 1997 and which is based in Madison, Wisconsin, with an additional office in Milwaukee. Douglas has been an integral part of Schools for Haiti, serving on its Board of Directors since 2015. As a dedicated family man, he takes pride in being a father to two wonderful daughters and cherishes his roles as a grandfather and great-grandfather. Douglas is also a published author, esteemed community and church leader, and passionate youth mentor. He is the visionary behind a mentoring non-profit organization, serving as its founding and current President. Notably, Douglas has held the esteemed position of State President within the Wisconsin Jaycees, now recognized as Junior Chamber International (JCI).
Frank Hunt is the President of F. Hunt Enterprises, LLC, a South Carolina-based distributor for Hunt Brothers Pizza. With a strong background in distribution, Frank has been at the helm of F. Hunt Enterprises since founding the company in 1999.
Business is in Frank’s DNA. Growing up, he learned the trade by observing his father, Jim Hunt, one of the founders of Hunt Brothers Pizza. This hands-on education, from listening to business calls to joining his father on sales routes, gave him a deep understanding of what it takes to build and grow a successful business.
Beyond his role at F. Hunt Enterprises, Frank also serves on the Board for Hunt Advantage Group and the Owners Board for Hunt Family Properties. He is eager to bring his unique expertise in distribution and growth strategies to the non-profit sector, with the goal of increasing profits to support children and staff in Haiti. Frank believes that his experience can help the organization identify new ways to expand its reach and impact.
Dr. Rick Barker is a seasoned leader in the faith-based and nonprofit sector with more than two decades of experience in pastoral ministry, church leadership, community development, and international missions. His missions work includes Haiti, Ukraine, Honduras, the Appalachian Mountains and El Salvador. He is recognized for his ability to strengthen and grow mission-driven organizations by aligning vision, people, and resources to achieve sustainable impact.
Rick holds a Doctor of Ministry in Theology and is known for his steady leadership, relational approach, and commitment to equipping individuals and organizations to thrive while making a lasting difference in the communities they serve. He and his wife Amy live in Tampa, serving in a local church in the connection, small groups, prayer and worship ministries.
Mark Graham has been involved with non-profit organizations to raise money and participate as a Board Member of 501(C)(3) organizations since 1972. As a board member of organizations, I have led teams to rebuild a football stadium, build new college library, raise money for children with Cerebral Palsy, support teachers for children with weak education, Board member of Company for security for churches, and mental health services.
Currently a Board Member of “Not One Left Alone” for Mental Health Service and “Trinity Security Allies”, Security Training for Churches, and “Schools for Haiti”.
Planning Advisors, CEO
Business By The Book, Consultant, CEO
Mark Graham brings over 50 years of dedicated service to nonprofit organizations, having served as a board member and fundraising leader for 501(c)(3) organizations since 1972. Throughout his extensive volunteer career, he has spearheaded transformative projects including leading teams to rebuild a football stadium, constructing a new college library, raising funds for children with cerebral palsy, supporting educational initiatives for underserved students, and advancing mental health services.
Currently, Mark serves on the boards of three impactful organizations: “Not One Left Alone,” which provides critical mental health services; “Trinity Security Allies,” offering security training for churches; and “Schools for Haiti,” supporting educational development internationally.
As CEO of Planning Advisors and Consultant/CEO of Business By The Book, Mark combines his business acumen with his passion for community service, bringing strategic leadership and proven results to every organization he serves.
Matt White obtained a BS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Central Florida in December 1991. As a young engineer Matt worked in that field for the next several years with companies like Lockheed Martin and Pratt & Whitney as a mechanical design engineer.
In 1997, Matt accepted a position as an Applications Engineer supporting the Industrial Metering segment of what was then ABB Water Meters. While at ABB, which later became Elster AMCO, Matt filled many needs as a Municipal Project Manager, Production Manager, and eventually became the Submetering Market and Product Manager.
In 2004, Matt founded Meter Technology Werks (MTW), a water meter and accessory sales company. Matt sold MTW in 2024 and founded Ampere EV, North America’s premier provider of turn-key EV conversion systems.
Matt is also the founder of Hooked on a Cure (HOAC), a 501(c)(3), that contributes to Breakthru T1D (formerly JDRF), MDA, Shriners, and Schools for Haiti. Matt and his wife Cindy, thru, Hooked on a cure, fund a school in Haiti with 150+ students. Please contact Matt if you would like to join the HOAC team!
Dr. Sanjie Jackson is a passionate and community-driven dentist who leads with warmth, excellence, and heart. Born in Dominica and raised in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Florida, she brings a rich cultural perspective to her work. A graduate of the University of Florida College of Dentistry, she combines advanced dental care with a deep commitment to service. both locally and globally, through mission work in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Swaziland, and Tampa Bay. Dr. Jackson currently serves as Vice President of the West Coast Central District Dental Association and President of the Upper Pinellas County Dental Association. Her dedication to helping others aligns with her mission to make a lasting impact through both dentistry and charitable work.
Dr. Heather Schock is an Assistant Professor at The University of Tampa, where she has cultivated a reputation for thoughtful leadership and excellence in teaching and research. With a strong academic foundation and a desire to empower future educators, Dr. Schock has contributed significantly to the university’s School of Education, driving the success of its students and the broader academic community.
Dr. Schock began her career earning a B.A. from Emory University in Educational Studies, followed by an M.Ed. from Georgia State University in Early Childhood Education, and a terminal degree in Learning and Organizational Change from Baylor University. She has spent over twenty-eight years working with students in classroom and clinical settings. Dr. Schock specializes in teaching courses that include Educational Assessment, Mixed-Methods Research, Educational Philosophy, and Reading Diagnostics and Interventions, aiming to provide an enriching and hands-on learning experience that ensures educators are prepared for diverse classroom environments. She seeks to combine theoretical frameworks with practical applications to provide her students with a comprehensive understanding of the material, preparing them to be effective educators in their respective fields.
Dr. Schock’s extensive background and passion for education make her a valuable asset to the SFH board, offering insight and strategies to further its mission of empowering students and enhancing educational experiences.