Dafney Tales-Lafortune, Founder & Chair
Hey, Fanm Vanyan!
I am excited to have us all together again for this year's Fanm Vanyan. My hope is that we pour into each other's cups so much that we each walk away more replenished and connected with ourselves and to each other than when we arrived.
Thank you for choosing to be a part of this moment.
our three pillars
Community Enrichment
Community Enrichment
Community Enrichment
The conference is more than just about networking. It is a community-building event tailored to the women in this region who are spread out throughout the area but yearn for more connection.
Personal Enrichment
Community Enrichment
Community Enrichment
We are committed to understanding ourselves and pushing ourselves to reach our highest potential.
Financial Enrichment
Community Enrichment
Financial Enrichment
We seek to improve our personal finances and to achieve financial freedom and sustainable wealth.
What to Expect
Engaging Speakers
We'll bring together bright minds to deliver a wide range of talks that are idea-focused and impactful
Enrichment
You will leave the conference armed with resources and information to boost your personal and financial growth.
Mixing & Mingling
Yes, we will learn and be enriched, but we will also make sure we have fun!
Culture
Our Haitian culture will be at the forefront of every aspect of our programming.
Marketplace
You'll have an array of vendors and products to browse and shop. Bring your spending money!
fireside chat speakers
Tarah Ernest
Michelle S. Pierre, PhD
Michelle S. Pierre, PhD
Tarah Ernest is a First-Officer for American Airlines flying the Boeing 737 based out of Miami, Florida. With over 14 years in the aviation industry, Tarah has had the opportunity to work in many sectors ranging from flight instruction, corporate and charter operations, regional airlines, to now a major carrier.
Michelle S. Pierre, PhD
Michelle S. Pierre, PhD
Michelle S. Pierre, PhD
Michelle is a Materials Engineer for NASA Kennedy Space Center, specializing in Corrosion Engineering Technology in a Spaceport Environment
breakout session speakers
Gracienne Jean-Pierre, FNP
Gracienne Jean-Pierre, FNP
Gracienne Jean-Pierre, FNP
Gracienne is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience. She practices as a lifestyle and integrative health and wellness coach, who helps clients navigate the maze of the healthcare system and make lasting health behavior changes.
@jphealthandwellness
Marimi Brutus-Toussaint
Gracienne Jean-Pierre, FNP
Gracienne Jean-Pierre, FNP
After losing their savings due to a risky investment made by their financial advisor, Marimi gained acute financial knowledge in order to better control as well as protect her family's finances. Throughout her journey, she has witnessed the downfall of the financial system and made it her mission to ensure that families like hers are prov
After losing their savings due to a risky investment made by their financial advisor, Marimi gained acute financial knowledge in order to better control as well as protect her family's finances. Throughout her journey, she has witnessed the downfall of the financial system and made it her mission to ensure that families like hers are provided with the financial solutions to meet their monetary goals.
Lt. Col. Becca Williams
Gracienne Jean-Pierre, FNP
Lt. Col. Becca Williams
As a data and information scientist, Becca studies the methods that first-generation Haitian Americans use to learn about financial literacy. In her research, she has found that Haitian parents do not discuss finances and money with their youth. Her goal is to help families start a dialogue to bridge the knowledge gap within the culture
As a data and information scientist, Becca studies the methods that first-generation Haitian Americans use to learn about financial literacy. In her research, she has found that Haitian parents do not discuss finances and money with their youth. Her goal is to help families start a dialogue to bridge the knowledge gap within the culture and to help prevent another generation of Haitian-Americans from experiencing financial hardship.
planning committee
It was soooo amazing! I'm still talking and bragging about finding sisterhood in NC. I am so grateful.
- Marie Louesy
Such positivity and love in one room. All of you ladies did an exceptional job. It was such an honor to participate in this event.
- Danielle Bien-Aime
