Board Members

Chairman
LaVoise Taylor Smith
LaVoise Taylor Smith was born in West Palm Beach, Florida and was reared in Belle Glade, Florida. She attended the public schools in Belle Glade, eventually graduating from Palmer Memorial Institute in Sedalia, North Carolina. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned a Masters and Education Specialist degrees from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. Further study was completed at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida and Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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Vice Chairman
Rev. Gerald D. Kisner
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Reverend Kisner earned his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from Cleveland State University Read More
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Secretary
Sheree Davis Cunningham
Recently retired after 26 years of service, Honorable Sheree Davis Cunningham was appointed to the Palm Beach County bench in 1993. Read More
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Treasurer
Paul Dumars, Sr
Paul Dumars is a 42 year Finance professional with an established track record as a strong organizational leader. He has vast experience Read More
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Director
Jeffery Jackson
Jeffery Jackson is a decorated Marine Corps veteran who served his country at the highest level with honor and pride. He attended several institutions Read More
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Director
Carolyn Williams
Carolyn Williams has over 30 years of progressively responsible leadership in government and private-sector public affairs, marketing Read More
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Director
David C. Prather
David C. Prather is a distinguished board-certified civil trial attorney with over 30 years of experience in personal injury, medical malpractice, Read More
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Director
Shea S. Spencer
Shea S. Spencer currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of YWCA of Palm Beach County. Ms. Spencer has over 15 years of nonprofit Read More
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Director
Litonya Salmon
Litonya Salmon is an accomplished financial professional with over 20 years of experience in accounting finance, taxplanning, tax strategy, and business advisory services. She is the founder of a tax and advisory firm providingstrategic guidance focused on tax efficiency, cash flow optimization, profitability, and long-term business sustainability.Litonya holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Florida AtlanticUniversity. She maintains active Life & Annuity and securities licenses and is a QuickBooks Online Advanced CertifiedProAdvisor, bringing regulatory knowledge and fiduciary awareness to her advisory work. She brings extensiveexpertise in financial systems implementation, regulatory compliance, and proactive tax planning strategies.Litonya is recognized as a trusted advisor to individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations, deliveringcustomized, results-driven solutions that simplify complex tax matters, reduce liabilities, and provide financial clarity for informed decision-making.
