LYV BOARD MEMBERS

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TaTanya Todd is a wife, parent, entrepreneur, and the founder of Leading Youth to Victory

(LYV). Her most notable accomplishment, and greatest source of pride, is raising her ten

children alongside her husband for the past 22 years. She began her career at the USDA Forest

Service, starting as a budget analyst and later transitioning to a role as a computer networking

specialist. It was at Strayer University, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in computer

networking, that her life truly began – she met her husband and the two embarked on a journey

that would lead them to both establish a family and launch Ladders & Things, LLC. This venture

not only provided employment opportunities for local youth but also laid the foundation for their

own growing family. As a parent of ten, TaTanya Todd deeply understands the importance of a

supportive church community and a nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Driven by this passion, she founded LYV, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering

youth by providing a positive and enriching environment while preparing them for successful

future careers.

Dr. Margaret Stroman is a retired educational leader. She committed her career life to the youth

of Prince George’s County Public schools for over 40 years. She graduated from the University

of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education Degree. She majored in

Business Education with a minor in Business Administration. Her education continued with a

Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. She served as

a teacher for grades 9-12 within the middle and high school arena. After over 17 years of

teaching, she moved into the area of administration. She then continued her career as an

assistant principal in a middle school and within 7 years as a principal of an elementary school.

During her role as principal her school’s test scores were the first or second highest among the

other schools within her region in Reading and in Math on the Maryland State Assessment. This

accomplishment earned her school an autonomy status giving her and her staff more flexibility to

carry out their school plan and mission based on the needs of their students. Her community of

stakeholders were able to keep this momentum until she retired. Dr. Stroman attributed that

success to the excellent communication and positive working relationship between all

stakeholders. Although retired she still volunteers her time to provide support and guidance for

programs that seek to foster positive outcomes for our future leaders.

Dr. LaTia Etheredge Scott is currently serving as the Executive Director of Academic Innovation,

Integration, and Student Success in the College of Agriculture at Virginia State University. She is

committed to training and mentoring the next generation of critical thinkers. She received her

bachelor’s degree from Virginia Union University in Chemistry and her MS and PhD from the

Morsani College of Medicine at University of South Florida in Medical Sciences with a

concentration in Pathology and Cell Biology. She engaged in two post-doctoral training

programs, one at the University of South Carolina and the other at Vanderbilt University. Her

background includes research in wound healing in bovine and human eyes, microbial genetics,

and science education. She is a certified 6-12 grade biology teacher and an entrepreneur. She is

the proud owner of Extreme S.T.E.A.M. LLC and DLS Development Group LLC. Her favorite

hobby is traveling.

Mrs. Wendy Martinez-Nkenti is a dedicated and passionate advocate for youth empowerment,

serving as the treasurer for our nonprofit organization. With 18 years of experience in the

mortgaging industry, she brings a wealth of financial expertise that is invaluable to our mission.

As a mother of three, Wendy understands the importance of providing children with the tools and

resources they need to thrive. She is also an advocate for education, focusing on teaching youth

about personal finance and the importance of financial literacy, ensuring they have a strong

foundation for their future. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is passionate about helping youth

learn new languages, opening doors to new opportunities and cultural understanding. Wendy is

excited to leverage her skills and experiences to give young people a leg up, guiding them

toward a brighter and more empowered future.

Mrs. Shari DeMino was born and raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland. She studied

Business Management in College and brings over 25 years of experience in Management,

Accounting and Marketing. Her extensive background working in many different types of

operations has allowed her to utilize her organization, leadership, and procurement skills. She

values integrity, hard work, ethics and always brings a positive attitude to everything she’s

involved with. Shari currently resides in Southern Maryland near the Chesapeake Bay with her

husband of 28 years and family.

With over 25 years of distinguished service in the federal government, NaNeka brings extensive expertise to her role as our Fundraising/Development Officer. Her career includes more than a decade specializing in Budget and Finance, where she honed her skills in managing complex financial operations and ensuring rigorous fiscal integrity.

NaNeka's leadership extends to her proven ability as a supervisor, where she has mentored staff and championed professional development, aligning seamlessly with our organization's mission of nurturing potential. Beyond her public service, NaNeka's profound commitment to empowering individuals is evident in her long-standing dedication as a Christian Counselor since 2016 and her 15 years guiding young women through the Queen Esther Ministry.

Complementing her rich professional and volunteer background, NaNeka's cherished roles as a mother and grandmother have further deepened her innate commitment to nurturing and fostering growth in others. She is dedicated to leveraging her comprehensive financial acumen, leadership experience, and profound personal values to significantly advance our nonprofit's strategic goals and impact.