Team & Board of Directors

Before YEP

Prior to becoming Executive Director of YEP, Lisa worked in the financial services industry for almost 20 years. Soon after attaining her bachelor’s degree from McGill University in Montreal, she moved to NYC where she obtained a Certificate in International Business and Finance from New York University. Lisa worked for Fortune 500 companies, originated residential and commercial mortgages, and invested in real estate before launching a career in banking and financial planning in South Florida. When Lisa met her husband, Pastor Craig, her life shifted to a calling founded in purpose and servant leadership. She loves serving in ministry in various roles at City of Faith church. Lisa has a passion for empowering youth at YEP and because of her love for people, she loves to collaborate with partners and stakeholders in the community. 

Noteworthy

• YEP named Nonprofits First 2022 Nonprofit of the Year, small category
• Founded “A Whole New You” Women’s Conference in 2022
• Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, Nonprofit Executive Program PBC in 2021
• Established YEP food pantry during pandemic to feed 1000 people weekly over several months 
• Leads the women’s ministry and provides premarital and marriage counseling, City of Faith Church 
• Lisa’s maternal tongue is French and she has been to five continents. She enjoys quality time with her husband and their four children.

Before YEP

Prior to becoming the Program Coordinator for YEP in November 2022, Alexandra worked as a full-time Registered Behavioral Technician for autistic children both verbal and nonverbal between the ages of 2 to 14 for six years and worked part-time as a business owner for her own faith-based fashion brand.  She was introduced to the City of Faith Church and was immediately brought in by its love. There she discovered the YEP organization and started volunteering as a mentor in 2020-21 and assisted with the food pantry during the pandemic.

Today as the Program Coordinator, Alexandra handles the programming activities for the Young Women Who Win mentoring program and the Teen Leadership PBC after school program. She also manages YEP’s social media presence and mentors a teen that she connected with recently. 

Noteworthy

• Associate’s degree in nursing
• Harvest outreach program at the City of Faith Church
• Past and current mentor of YEP

Beyond YEP

Bishop Cobb is a dynamic author, teacher and businessman who has a profound passion to see others fulfill their life's purpose.  He began his ministerial training at American Baptist College, where he graduated in 1996 with a B.A. degree in Biblical Studies & Business Administration and a minor in Psychology. He attended Dallas Theological Seminary in Texas in pursuit of his M. DIV. and completed at Tabernacle Bible College from Tampa, FL in 2012.   

After successfully pastoring for 8 years in Dallas, TX, Bishop Cobb planted "City of Faith Church" in West Palm Beach in November 2015 and serves as Senior Pastor. In 2018, Bishop Cobb was appointed as the Bishop for the entire state of Florida under the leadership of Bishop Neil C. Ellis with the Global United Fellowship. It is a thriving fellowship with over 1,400 churches in 42 countries and steadily growing.

Noteworthy

• B.A. in Biblical Studies/Business Management with a minor in Psychology
• Doctorate of Divinity
• Founder, “Youth Empowered to Prosper”
• Founder, “Kingdom Impact School of Ministry”
• Founder, “Kids in the City” Preschool Academy
• Authored 7 books to-date

Beyond YEP

Imma Pierre is the owner of Imma Pierre Agency, a State Farm Insurance Agency. Ms. Pierre has over a decade experience in the insurance financial services industry. In addition to specializing in life, health and property/casualty insurance, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Series 6 Financial Securities license. Her enthusiasm for all things insurance related is well reflected by the numerous accolades she has received from the insurance industry and numerous. Imma Pierre has a long record of successfully guiding clients to securing their financial goals.

Noteworthy

• Away from her businesses, she enjoys spending time with her children Nya and Cedric Jr and volunteering

As a Board member, Dr. Davis assists in guiding YEP’s impact and communicating that impact to the community. She also serves as the lead trainer and supervisor of YEP’s mental health curriculum for mentors.

Beyond YEP

Dr. Davis received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Emory University in 2013. She is the former Clinical Director of ViaMar Health, an eating disorders treatment program in West Palm Beach. Prior to moving to Florida, Dr. Davis worked as a researcher and clinician at the Columbia Center for Eating Disorders in New York City. She has owned her private practice in Palm Beach Gardens since 2019.

Noteworthy

• Former Treasurer of the New York City Guild of the Catholic Medical Association 
• Author of more than 20 academic works on eating disorders, trauma, and general mental health
• Loves to hang out with her husband and their three wonderful daughters

Beyond YEP

Concetta was born and raised in Italy but has lived in the US for nearly 30 years. She attained a Human Performance Management degree from Immaculata University. Her professional life spans 30 years in the banking industry and 20 years of management experience. In August 2017, Concetta moved from West Chester, Pennsylvania, to open a new Private Client office in Palm Beach, Florida. Today Concetta is the Vice President Market Manager at Valley Bank in Palm Beach County. Throughout Concetta’s professional life, she has always invested her time and talent in the nonprofit arena as she is passionate about doing good in the community.  

Noteworthy 

• Oasis Compassion Agency and Pediatric Oncology Support Team: Past Board Member
• Palm Beach United Way committees since 2018
• Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce Ambassador since 2021
• Women’s Chamber of Commerce PBC and Speak Up For Kids: Board Member since 2021
• Vita Nova and Nonprofits First: Committee Member
• Supports Center for Family Services, Equine Rescue Adoption Foundation, Kids Sanctuary

Beyond YEP

Torian attends Palm Beach Lakes High School and participates in various activities. She was president of the Thespian Society and is an active member of the Early Childhood Academy. She frequently volunteers at a daycare, spending most of her time taking care of children in a structured setting.  

Noteworthy 

• Over 300 hours working with young children
• Mental Health Training with BeWellPBC
• Lebow Shakespeare Award 2022-23