Meet our Chair of the Board
Thyrsa Gravely
Thyrsa is a seasoned strategic management and implementation professional, bringing a hybrid blend of consulting, operations, and program and project management expertise to every organization she serves.
Today, Thyrsa works as an independent consultant, helping companies navigate business operations, strategic initiatives, and project management. Her career includes leading the Sales Support Operations team at E*TRADE Financial Corporate Services, as well as several roles at Deloitte's IT Services Operations spanning relationship management, strategy, operations, and process improvement. Prior to Deloitte, she served as Pro Business Operations Manager at The Home Depot, where she led the design and rollout of a loyalty program and website that generated $1 billion in sales — one of the many career milestones that reflect her strategic impact.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Thyrsa is deeply committed to community service. She currently serves on the board of advisors for Synchronicity Theatre, and has previously served on the boards of local chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Black Data Processing Associates, and the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA), in addition to leading committees for the IT Senior Management Forum (ITSMF). Her contributions have been recognized with honors including Member of the Year for the Metro New York Chapter of NBMBAA, ITSMF Management Associate of the Year, and a finalist nod for the Suzi Bass Awards' Volunteer of the Year.
Thyrsa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Howard University and a Master of Business Administration in Finance & Marketing from Clark Atlanta University.
Meet our Secretary of the Board
Annette Warmann
Annette is an Agile Transformation Coach and Change Management Agent working across the United Kingdom and mainland Europe, bringing sharp strategic and organizational insight to every team she supports.
She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree in Consumer Product Management, along with several professional qualifications that complement her expertise in leading change.
Over the past two decades, Annette's organizational and administrative skills have propelled her into leadership positions across a number of charities, where she has served voluntarily and made a lasting impact. That same dedication to service now extends to her role as Secretary for H.E.A.L., Inc.
A creative at heart, Annette spends her free time traveling, painting, writing, and exploring nature. Her passion for people and for nurturing healthy relationships shines through in the annual family and class reunions she helps bring to life.
Meet our Board Member
Faustina Brooks, CPA, CGMA
Faustina is an executive-level Finance & Accounting professional with over 25 years of senior management leadership experience across multiple industries, spanning diverse areas of accounting, finance, and treasury.
A proud graduate of Georgia State University with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Faustina has held numerous lead roles in accounting and finance across a range of industries throughout her career. She is an active Licensed CPA in both Illinois and Georgia, and holds a CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant) designation — credentials that reflect her deep expertise and commitment to excellence in the field.
Beyond her professional career, Faustina has been blessed to serve as an Adjunct Professor in Accounting, and has delivered numerous motivational engagements encouraging others to pursue careers in accounting.
Meet our Board Member
Sylvia D. Williams, PHR, CPP
Sylvia is a native of Boston, Massachusetts, relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, in 1989 after completing college with a degree in Accounting. She is a seasoned payroll and human resources professional, holding two highly regarded certifications in her field: PHR and CPP. Sylvia currently works for a real estate development company in Atlanta, and is also the owner and operator of TripleAAA Consulting Services, specializing in concessions fundraising for nonprofit organizations.
Sylvia's volunteer journey began on the hospitality committee at her home church in Boston, where she also served meals at the Long Island Shelter for women and men. Since relocating to Georgia, she has continued that spirit of service in various capacities with the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Hands On Atlanta, United Way, Atlanta Union Mission, and Open Hands Atlanta, and currently serves with Levy Restaurants and Events at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the University of Alabama.
In her spare time, Sylvia enjoys cooking and is an avid sports enthusiast — especially cheering on the Patriots. She loves spending time at the beach or in the mountains, and treasures quality time with family, especially her granddaughter.