Our Team
The High Point CDC team is a dedicated force for healing, opportunity, and lasting community transformation. We combine compassion, professional expertise, and lived experience to meet individuals and families where they are and help them move toward stability and success. Together, we turn challenges into pathways, restore hope, and build stronger communities one life at a time.
Board Members
Dione Vncent
- More than 20 years of experience in youth development, childhood education, and faith-based program leadership.
- Advocate for women's rights and criminal justice reform.
- Holds a degree in Childhood Education and is committed to creating safe, enriching environments for children, young adults, and families.
Keye Blackmon, MBA
- Talent Management Director for the State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
- More than 20 years of experience in healthcare, mental health services, training, and human resources
- Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration
Dr. Nailah Hubbard
- Faith leader, community advocate, nonprofit consultant, and fund-development professional
- More than four decades of experience advancing sustainable solutions for communities in the United States and internationally.
- Grants management consultant
Ophelia Chiles, MEd
- Licensed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience.
- Entrepreneur and community advocate.
- Bachelor's degree in Education and Master of Education in Administration.
Shannon Payne
- Community Moral Voice and Life Coach.
- Licensed/Ordained Minister with lived experience.
- Reentry Specialist with two decades of credible messaging directly in prisons,
- Owner of P4 Construction LLC
Marla Mendez-Brown, CPA
- Retired Administrator and Account Specialist with deep roots in Los Angeles County.
- Youth Advocate
- Associate's Degree in Pharmacy Tech








