Our Team
Phil Taitt
Founder
Phil Taitt is a young educator who thought it was right to chronicle his success story and inspire others to follow their dreams. Taitt provides an inspirational dialogue, as he interacts with today's youth, tackling many issues that they face. Taitt saw the need for such programming as he taught at a Charter School on the primary level here in NYC. Although Phil has stepped away from teaching in the classroom, he believes that it is still important to create services and programming for our inner-city youth. Phil is currently a New York City reporter, telling new stories each day.
Malissa Redmond, a Brooklyn native with an impassioned heart for service faithfully participates in humanitarian efforts throughout the community, country and internationally. Whether through speaking or singing; her presence is invaluable and services unmatched. President and CEO of ForSmiles Consulting Services. She’s a multifaceted leader, award-winning singer, best selling author of her first literary work "Overcomer," a sought after motivational speaker, NYS Chaplain, mentor, entrepreneur, and consultant. I dare to dream because my faith in God and commitment to hard work remind me that all things are possible.
Malissa Redmond
Executive Consultant
Pamela Refuse
Events Coordinator
Pamela Refuse a student of St Francis College earning her degree in Social Work and a minoring in Psychology. Refuse has been involved in Dream Reach Inspire, since 2016. From an early age, Refuse has always wanted to help the community, and continues on in her mission volunteering with numerous organizations including HAFCE (Haitian American Foundation for Educational and Cultural Exchange) which she founded with her father in 2010.
Our Mentors
Jessica DeLeon is an Educator for the New York City Department of Education. Almost a year ago, she founded her first charity called the Make It Gorjess Prom Dress Drive. In her years of working with NYC youth, she has seen the need for initiatives to help our community. DeLeon has continued to push the needle by making a change in her community. She has contributed to Dream Reach Inspire, in DIY workshops. Showing students how to make things from scratch in various workshops. Deleon believes in dreaming because dreams are essential to envisioning the things you want in life. With no vision, there's no direction. Stay up to date with her @makeitgorjess prom dress drive
Jessica DeLeon
Dr. Veronica Wiltshire
Dr. Veronica Wiltshire is the Chief Medical Officer of Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center six clinic sites located in Brooklyn and Queens, New York. She is a board certified Pediatrician. She was born in Guyana, South America and emigrated to the US at 13 years old. Dr. Wiltshire graduated as valedictorian of the Canarsie High School class of 1998, St. Francis College Honors Program in 2002, received her doctor of medicine degree from Ross University School of Medicine in 2008 and completed her Pediatrics residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn New York in 2011. Dr. Wiltshire’s interests include mentoring minority students who are interested in medicine, and she feels honored to serve the Queens and Brooklyn communities. Dr. Wiltshire has contributed to Dream Reach Inspire, with various medical workshops, enlightening young minds to dream big.
Dereck Faulkner attended Hampton University where he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. He then continued his education at George Washington University School of Business where he obtained an MBA degree, with a concentration in Marketing and Non-Profit Management. As a professional athlete, Faulkner signed as a priority rookie free agent with the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2007 NFL draft. With an entrepreneurial background, Dereck is the founder of The Athletes for Vets Foundation; Dereck Faulkner recognizes the sacrifices of our military personnel. Faulkner has contributed to Dream Reach Inspire, creating athletic workshops, and life skills incentives. Our young dreamers think, Dereck rocks!
Dereck L. Faulkner
Justiin Davis
Justiin Davis has been described by The Huffington Post as “One to watch out for!” While known for his work on HBO's Emmy winning drama Boardwalk Empire he has also co-starred and guest-starred on an array of hit television shows like Katy Keene, The Politician, FBI, Chicago Med, Madame Secretary, and many others. While simultaneously building an on-camera career, Davis appeared in numerous national ads & commercials for companies like Apple, Coca Cola, Macy’s, Nike and Verizon to name a few. He is currently featured in several national 2020 Census ads - running through Spring/Summer 2020. The Brooklyn College graduate continues to give back, to various organizations including Dream Reach Inspire.