Sculpting Resilient Futures:
Nurturing Minds, Empowering Bodies

Mission

Strong Mind – Strong Body, Inc. (SMSB, Inc.) is dedicated to providing impactful support and resources to those in need through mentorship, personal fitness programs, our C.A.R.E. for Schools initiative, and job readiness training. We firmly believe that fostering both mental and physical strength is essential for leading a fulfilling life.

Meet the Program Director

In July 2011, Strong Mind-Strong Body, Inc. was founded in Washington, D.C. with the mission to provide an elite sports program for families unable to afford
expensive summer camps. Co-founded by Roosevelt Boone, a former student-athlete turned collegiate coach, the organization was inspired by his observations of the prevalence of low-income and obese youth facing limited opportunities due to financial constraints. Recognizing the limited resources and positive role models in underprivileged communities, the organization employs student-athletes as
program instructors. Since its inception, Boone’s dedication to serving underprivileged youth has intensified, garnering international recognition.
This includes an invitation to represent SMSB, Inc. in Ghana, West Africa, in
2011 and 2012. In 2022, the organization welcomed its first international student,
Divine Ibe, from Lagos, Nigeria. As of August 2024, Divine will be attending the University of Idaho as a first-year student-athlete. The organization’s success has been significantly bolstered by the leadership of Executive Director Alice Boone, whose efforts have expanded its impact both locally and abroad.

Meet the Team

Alice M. Boone

Co-founder and Executive Director

Alice Boone brings 42 years of Federal Government administrative experience and
organizational awareness to SMSB, Inc., where she has served as Co-founder and Executive
Director since its inception in December 2010. A mother of four, Boone has always
prioritized wellness and nutrition for her family. Her vision for the organization focuses on
promoting wellness, nutrition, and positive family dynamics, drawing from her own
upbringing in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area

Ed Homer

President

William H. Brown

Treasurer

William H. Brown is a Managing member of the Center for Institutional Finance, and retired
Budget and Management Analyst for the Department of Veterans Affairs. William has served
as Treasurer for the Colorado League of Charter Schools, as Chairman of the Standing Audit
Committee, State of Colorado Republican Party; as Vice Chairman, State of Illinois National
Black Republican Council. He was named one of the 100 most prominent African-American
Republicans in America in 1989.

Nana-Ama Kyeremeh

International Outreach Coordinator

Nana-Ama Kyeremeh (Che-re-meh) also known as Denise, is a serial entrepreneur, event
producer and writer. She is passionate about creating experiences geared towards the
diaspora and youth. Denise has also been part of the planning committees for companies such
as the Essence Festival and FealessCon. Nana has a virtual assistant agency which provides
administrative support to small businesses and public figures. Her background enables her to
identify factors that promote the success of working relationships, with particular attention to
how personality affects outcome. Her clientele includes the likes of Google, JP Morgan,
Essence, Forbes, and more

Dr. Latonia Lafitte

Mental Health and Wellness Advisor

Dr. Laffitte has been practicing as a Mental Health Counselor since 2012. She obtained her
Master’s in Science (MS) in Community Counseling and Doctorate of Education in
Counselor Education and Supervision from Argosy University in Arlington, VA. She is
licensed to provide clinical services and supervision in District of Columbia (DC) and
Maryland (MD). Dr. Laffitte has worked with diverse population in government and civilian
settings. Her research focuses on trauma, marginalize populations and job satisfaction and
disparities. She consults with other professionals to address issues within these areas. In
addition, Dr. Laffitte is a retired combat veteran. She is passionate about issues surrounding
veterans mental health, as well as the worked she has done with wounded warriors.

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Sculpting Resilient Futures:
Nurturing Minds, Empowering Bodies

Mission

Meet the Program Director