OUR LEADERSHIP

Vonne Williams oversees all financial operations for The Black Art Today Foundation, including budget management, financial reporting, and ensuring all transactions are conducted ethically and in compliance with applicable regulations. An investor, international business coach, and tax accountant, she brings a strategic and solutions-driven approach to financial growth, long-term sustainability, and organizational excellence. She is a U.S. Army veteran and holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Technology from Norfolk State University.

Tyann Pender is responsible for member relations and fundraising for The Black Art Today Foundation, serving as a primary point of contact for donor engagement, inquiries, and relationship development. A U.S. Navy veteran, she brings a global perspective shaped by international service, along with a creative and personable approach that strengthens connections between The Foundation and the public. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland University College.

Delano Hayles oversees human capital and administrative management for The Black Art Today Foundation, developing and implementing policies and procedures that support efficient organizational operations. He brings extensive nonprofit leadership experience, having served in roles including Chief Operations Officer and Human Resources Manager. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources from the University of Maryland Global Campus and is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Larry “Poncho” Brown is a Baltimore-based visual artist whose career spans more than four decades. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Photography from the Maryland Institute College of Art. His work has appeared in national publications including Ebony, Essence, Jet, and Upscale, as well as in television and film productions such as The Wire, A Different World, and Soul Food. His artwork is held in prominent private, corporate, and institutional collections nationwide. A pioneer of community-centered art distribution, Poncho is also the founder of Raising the Arts and co-founder of Creative Quarantine, initiatives supporting artists and nonprofit organizations.

Beverly B. Carter, Esq. is a retired Maryland attorney and longtime advocate for African American art, history, and culture. She has served on numerous arts, civic, philanthropic, and governmental boards, including the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture. Mrs. Carter is the former owner of Objets D’Art Gallery, which promoted local and national Black artists, and she maintains an extensive collection of works from across the African diaspora. She is a co-founder of the Directors and Collectors Arts Salon and serves as Historian for the DuBois Circle, a historic African American women’s organization. She also serves on the boards of Afro American Newspapers and Afro Charities.

Patricia W. Marshall is a distinguished business advisor and financial executive serving as Lead Faculty and Business Advisor for the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program in Baltimore, with national advisory responsibilities. Her career includes more than 20 years in banking and finance. She previously worked as a chemist at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and has held numerous nonprofit and civic leadership roles focused on economic development, housing, and food security. Patricia holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Xavier University of Louisiana and an MBA in Finance from Clark Atlanta University.

Diedre L. Windsor is a retired U.S. Army Officer, former Senior Executive Service member, and the Founder and CEO of Windsor Group LLC, an award-winning professional services firm based in Bethesda, Maryland. Under her leadership, the company achieved national recognition as one of America’s fastest-growing private and veteran-owned businesses. A committed philanthropist and arts advocate, Diedre supports numerous nonprofit organizations and serves on multiple boards focused on community development and military support. She is the author of Leadership Begins with Hello! and has received numerous honors recognizing her civic impact.

Dr. Sheila D. Wright is an art collector, advisor, and founder of The Wondrous Works Collection, dedicated to educating and supporting collectors of African American art. She holds a Bachelor of Science and MBA from Morgan State University and a Doctor of Education from The George Washington University. A former adjunct professor, Dr. Wright has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in leadership and organizational studies. She is the author of Wondrous Works: The Fine Art Collection of Dr. Sheila D. Wright and provides consulting and coaching services to individuals and organizations interested in African American art and cultural preservation.