Beatrice Williamson is a distinguished leader known for her warmth, humor and commitment to learning. She was born January 19, 1976 in Kisumu, the third largest city in Kenya. From the age of nine years old until her second year of college, Beatrice received a scholarship for education from Swedish missionary Anna Lanson. Education was what Beatrice needed to rise above her circumstances and realize her potential.
“Aunty Bea” as the Maisha children affectionately call her, came to The United States in 2001. She founded Pamoja International Ministry to provide outreach services to international students in Oklahoma. She also consults regularly with international executives from a variety of fields to help create synergistic solutions to impacting problems these students face.
In the meantime, Beatrice’s family, living in the village of Kano, just outside of Kisumu, expressed the need and dire situation of the orphans and widows living in their community. The fruition of Beatrice’s dream began in 2006, when she founded Maisha in response to this call for help. Now, her passion is to reach out to orphaned and destitute children and provide them with the same opportunity Anna Lanson gave her. By making a difference in the lives of the children from her home village, Beatrice strives to create a brighter future for the next generation. Her passion is to reach out to orphaned and destitute children and continue the Legacy of Hope Anna Lanson began.
Lexi Taylor-Hill
Board Secretary
Lexi Taylor-Hill is a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a descendant of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Ottawa (Little River Band) Nations. Professionally, they serve as an Events Coordinator with the Southern Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center, supporting public health initiatives across the region. With more than five years of experience in youth leadership and development, Lexi has focused on advancing health equity, education, and addressing homelessness and housing insecurity. They also serve on the board of the Third Space Foundation, a nonprofit fiscal sponsorship organization, and remain committed to uplifting community voices and building healthier, more equitable futures.
Frank Turner
Board member
Frank Turner is a successful business consultant, entrepreneur and public speaker. With over 20 years of experience in business start-up, acquisitions and management, he has an extensive client list that includes a variety of companies, groups and individuals. Frank also has investment experience in real estate and other interests and speaks publicly on topics that range from leadership to motivation.
Frank is the founder/president of Turmanage Executive Inc. and works with high and low volume clients. The company focus is primary Mental Health, concierge clientele and business acquisition. He has a tremendous passion for relationships and service, with a special talent to build resources that ensure positive outcomes. As a consultant, he has the ability to understand the needs of diverse clientele.
Frank is motivated by his extensive leadership and community involvement. He has served in several capacities including: Past Board Chair Homeless Alliance, Past Board Chair Youth Cornerstone, Board Member A Chance to Change Foundation, Past Board Chair Teen Recovery Solutions, Board Chair Citizens for Juvenile Justice, Board Member Executive Service Corps of Central Oklahoma, Allocations Committee and Board Serve Advisor United Way, Oklahoma Champions for Early Opportunities Potts Family Foundation, and Board Chair The Francis Tuttle Foundation.
Frank is a proud father of two adult children Tamar and April and papa to six grand-children. His interests include traveling, golf, art shows , car activities and spending time with the special people in his life.
Dr. Kevin McAfee
Board Chairman
Kevin is a native Oklahoman where his family was raised. Attending college at OU, OBU and earning degrees from the University of Central Oklahoma he invested his life in the field of Intellectual Properties. His journey began at the Council Road Baptist Church in Bethany, Oklahoma. Kevin served as an intern and on staff in Burbank at Buena Vista and worked in the Home Entertainment Center prior to the launching of the Disney Channel. Later he was recruited in senior management to run another film studio, NEST ENTERTAINMENT where he served as Senior Vice President and President working with NEW LINE CINEMA. This brought him to the CEO position of the film studio created by the Hobby Lobby Corporation, EVERY TRIBE ENTERTAINMENT where he made to motion pictures for FOX. While in this role, he worked with the non-profit BEARING FRUIT COMMUNICATIONS and later became the founder of VERITAS MISSION FILM ASSOCIATION. He is an award winning filmmaker with over three dozen international film festival awards and is serving on the board for the Film Advisory Board of Directors at Lipscomb University. Kevin is a writer, producer and director with his latest film, LAST OUNCE OF COURAGE endorsed by Chuck Norris. He has made films in forty nations with his mission based company VERITAS and is currently serving as Chairman of the Maisha Project.
Ashley Bishop
Board Vice Chair
With more than 26 years of combined experience in finance and construction, Ashley brings both professional expertise and personal passion to the communities she serves. A proud follower of Christ, Entrepreneur, tribal member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, and female business owner, she leads DNA Builders LLC and DC Bishop Remodeling with a commitment to excellence and stewardship. Beyond business, Ashley is driven by a deep calling to empower children both domestically and abroad, dedicating her life to creating opportunities, advocacy, and support for the most vulnerable.
