Board of Directors

Ephraim Lucas is a Partner at Spizzirri Law LLC, bringing over a decade of sophisticated expertise in federal tax litigation, estate planning, and strategic business advisory. His distinctive background includes serving as a Senior Attorney with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, where he litigated complex cases before the U.S. Tax Court and counseled high-level IRS divisions. Ephraim’s multidisciplinary approach is fortified by an LL.M. in Taxation, a J.D., an M.B.A., and a B.S. in Electronic Engineering Technology, enabling him to merge technical precision with real-world business acumen.

Driven by a profound belief that service is a calling, Ephraim is passionately committed to investing in the next generation. He views mentorship, education, and community engagement as critical levers for unlocking potential and fostering purpose-driven leadership. Ephraim channels his professional excellence and personal integrity into empowering youth, expanding access to opportunity, and creating pathways for lasting change.

Frank Lee Williams serves as the inaugural distinguished recipient of the Eternal Lou Henson Award and brings decades of experience in leadership and community service. An educator at Joe Middle School, Mr. Williams has spent his entire career dedicated to youth development and educational excellence. His deep understanding of the challenges facing disadvantaged youth, combined with his proven track record in educational leadership, makes him an exemplary Board President. Mr. Williams's commitment to breaking cycles of poverty and creating pathways to success embodies the core values of D2BD.

Dr. Rodger E. Perkins, Jr. is an accomplished educator, author, and former military leader dedicated to fostering equity and transformative learning. As a founding teacher and assistant principal at Sojourner Truth Montessori Public Charter School, he drives educational innovation. His previous service as an Army Ranger and Air Force Counterintelligence Agent, which included multiple deployments and advisory roles to senior Department of the Air Force leadership, instilled a unique discipline and strategic perspective.

Holding a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice and a Master’s in Education with a Montessori credential, Dr. Perkins is a recognized expert on dismantling systemic barriers. His published works focus on tackling racism and inequality in education and dismantling the school-to-prison nexus. He brings a powerful combination of strategic insight, a commitment to justice, and a proven dedication to creating equitable opportunities for all youth.

Tarshann Washington is a seasoned Financial Consultant, with over two decades of experience driving financial performance and operational excellence within the healthcare sector. He possesses a distinguished track record in revenue optimization, compliance management, and executive leadership, having partnered with hospitals, physician groups, and laboratories to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and unlock sustainable growth.

His executive background includes key leadership roles such as Associate Vice President of Revenue Cycle Operations, where he successfully directed revenue integrity, compliance, and financial strategy across multi-site healthcare systems. Tarshann is adept at leveraging data-driven strategies and cross-functional team leadership to navigate complex operational challenges and deliver measurable results.

Tarshann is passionate about empowering organizations to achieve peak performance through strategic insight and disciplined execution. He brings to the board a critical expertise in fiscal stewardship, systemic process improvement, and strategic oversight, ensuring the organization's long-term sustainability and capacity to fulfill its mission.