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Board of Directors

Board of Director of Children's Services of Roxbury

Our Board of Directors is a diverse and dedicated group of leaders who bring deep expertise, lived experience, and unwavering commitment to our mission. Representing a wide range of sectors, from nonprofit and business to education, healthcare, and community advocacy, our Board members provide strategic guidance, fiduciary oversight, and thought partnership. Together, they help ensure our work remains grounded, forward-thinking, and accountable to the communities we serve. Their leadership strengthens our vision and helps us advance bold, equity-driven impact.

Eddie Jenkins

Chair

Managing Partner,
Eddie Jenkins Attorney & Associates

Rickie Thompson

Treasurer

Retired Educator;
Owner, Prime: A Taste of Africa

Dr. Lindsey Butler, PhD, MSc

Member

Executive Director,
Boston Green Ribbon Commission

Ed Gaskin

Member

Executive Director,
Greater Grove Hall Main Streets

Philip L. Hillman

Member

Owner,
PLH Enterprise

John Jenkins

Member

President,
West Insurance Agency

Elrette Marion

Member

Former Human Resources Manager, Boston Children’s Hospital and Polaroid

Richard L. O'Bryant, PhD

Member

Director,
Northeastern University John D. O’Bryant African American Institute 

Dr. Kevin Simon, MD, MPH

Member

Chief Behavioral Health Officer,
City of Boston

Jaye Smith

Member

Founder and CEO,
FSG Consultants, LLC

Yvonne Tang

Member

Chief of Staff,
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts