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OUR BOARD

The old adage says "it takes a village to raise a child."

No matter how old you your never too old for a vilage.

We are committed to being the bridge to a more promising future. 

Meet  our  Leadership Team

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Jessica Toussaint 

Founder & President

Jessica Toussaint is an influencer, inspirational speaker, coach, and an agent of change who provides guidance in all sizes—she helps individual men and women link their purpose and passion to allow holistic success, and she also helps strengthen organizations at ground level, providing a sturdy foundation for their futures. Having been extremely active in nonprofits for more than ten years, Jessica has contributed to The New York Call, State of Black Long Island Equity Council of the Urban League of Long Island, and Perfecting Faith Church, among many other organizations.Inspired and encouraged by her parents who migrated from Haiti with goals

 of building a bright future in the US, Jessica earned her Bachelors of Science in Special Education and her Masters in Business Administration with a focus in Management in Leadership, both at Dowling College. She then became certified in Organizational and Community Leadership and as a Life and Success Coach. Jessica’s success is due to her love of people—Her passion is to inspire and share with others. But when it comes to inspiring herself, she is driven by her faith in God, and by her desire to lead by example. In Jessica’s free time, she does all she can to benefit her church and community, serving on several committees. Jessica’s work has been featured in Queen Size Magazine, The Westbury Times, and LI Herald Elmont.

LaShan Brown

Vice President & Founding Member

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LaShan Brown, LMSW, a founding board member of Bridge to Promise Inc., is a distinguished licensed therapist renowned for her expertise in case management and mental health counseling. Armed with a bachelor's degree in psychology from Dowling College, a master's degree in social work from Adelphi University, and a certificate in organizational and community leadership, LaShan possesses a robust skill set spanning psychotherapy, chemical dependency treatment, family counseling, and more. With over seven years of experience, she currently serves as a clinical supervisor at The Child Center of NY's Residential Treatment Facility, providing exceptional supervision and counseling to diverse youth and families. LaShan's unwavering dedication and ambitious aspirations to establish her own social work practice underscore her commitment to advancing mental health and community empowerment.

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Sherisse Davis

Board Member

Sherisse Davis is a versatile professional with a rich background spanning various industries. Currently serving as Vice President and Partner at Chase Office Supplies, she brings strategic insight and leadership to the organization. In addition to her corporate role, Sherisse is deeply engaged in entrepreneurship as the CEO and Chief Esthetician of Escape Reality Spa & Wellness Center, where she designs rejuvenating experiences. With experience in digital planning at Havas Media and Mediacom New York, as well as expertise as a Wax Specialist at European Wax Center, Sherisse's career showcases her adaptability and commitment to excellence. 

Monai Laster

Board Member

Monai Laster brings over a decade of senior living administration experience to her role as a board member of Bridge to Promise Inc. Serving as the Executive Director of Amber Court Assisted Living in Westbury, New York, Monai oversees all community operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing resident experiences. With a background in psychology and a Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at Old Westbury, Monai possesses strong communication, leadership, and crisis intervention skills. Her dedication to staff development and commitment to personalized care make her a valuable asset to both Amber Court Assisted Living and Bridge to Promise Inc.

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