L.Gregory Dorsey       Chairperson

LiveMoreDaily CEO, Author, and Speaker

My love and passion to see people become their better self is the reason why Fertile Ground is such a perfect fit. Empowering, engaging and encouraging young women to reach their fullest potential creates stronger families, communities and inevitably the world! #RippleEffect

Stephanie Mapp        Vice-Chair

Manager, Benefits/Total Rewards

My personal manifesto includes putting God first, and living life to the fullest.  As a new member of the esteemed Fertile Ground Board of Directors, I look forward to serving our mentees, as they too live their lives to the fullest, while developing into strong and confident young women.

Edrice Bell        Secretary

Director of Science and Social Studies

It is an honor to be a board member because I have a passion for helping people, especially young people. I believe in the vision and mission of Fertile Ground - to aid in getting young women to see their innovative and extraordinary selves; young women who BELIEVE and TRULY KNOW they can be and do anything.

Marla Jamison     Treasurer

Senior Manager of  Analytics Consulting Firm

One thing my mom taught me growing up was if I get a good education, work hard and don’t ever give up on my goals and aspirations, I can be and have anything I want.  I want to share that same lesson with other women and let them know the impossible is always possible and Fertile Ground is a great organization for me to share this personal lesson with.

Carley Mason     

Business Consultant

As a Fertile Ground board member, I enjoy working with my fellow board members to develop and execute programs and activities that help expose young girls to learning opportunities they might not necessarily have the option of experiencing.  Whether it is a college campus tour, a museum visit or the opportunity to work with a mentor, I believe that Fertile Ground is helping to shape the future leaders of tomorrow, one girl at a time.

Marilyn Foust

Retired Teacher, ABC In-Home Tutoring Services

I am truly fortunate to have the opportunity to be a part of an award-winning mentoring program for the past 17 years as a mentor.  My success with Fertile Ground has been led by my passion and dedication in supporting the educational workshops, cultural arts experiences, college tours, and community arts programs.  Now, it is an honor and a privilege to serve as a board member.  I look forward to using my gifts and talents to continue in providing opportunities to nurture and empower our young ladies to become successful and productive that will last a lifetime.

LaRonda Henderson

School Administrator

My life’s work has been filled with helping children grow into productive adults as a school administrator. As a former mentor of Fertile Ground NEYW, I am excited to be a part of this wonderful organization as a board member! IFG provides amazing opportunities for our girls and I am blessed to have a front row seat!

Portia Ramsey-Black

Finance and Accounting Professional, CPA

The vision of every generation striving to rise higher, become stronger and go further goes in hand with the concept of “it takes a village.”  I, myself, am the beneficiary of an extraordinary village from my family and friends, to my neighbors, coaches, and educators who adopted me as their own, and strong group of select colleagues at large.  As a professional woman in the corporate world, I am vigilante and a strong advocate of giving back to our youth to provide a foundation with guidance and pathways to greater success.  

Belle Morgan

Owner, PUSH Radio Registered Nurse, Mental Health Advocate, Public  Speaker

I faced many challenges while navigating my way through young womanhood and I am thankful for mentors who helped chart my course. It is my absolute pleasure to pay it forward by lending my talents and resources to Fertile Ground Mentoring.