Meet the Board: The Miracle Crew
Raeshelle Frasier
Schenectady Native
Rae Frasier is a multi-talented Schenectady native, artist. She is the owner and creator of the brand Art Money. She enjoys painting on multiple canvasses including but not limited to clothing, shoes, outerwear, buildings and wrapped canvas’. She specializes in limited edition, cultural collections that uplift and empower. Raè believes that through art is how you evoke freedom. Raè has used art as a form of healing and therapy and has also used art as a catalyst to ring about social justice and awareness to human rights issues.
Sheila Rivera
Bronx Bomber relocated to Schenectady
MVP Healthcare
BA Education/Spanish at Suny Albany
“I’ve always appreciated being a servant of the public, both in my teaching career and my health insurance career. Being able to assist others gives you deep feelings of joy and accomplishment.
Georgina Parsons
Deputy Press Secretary
NYS Majority
Georgina R. Parsons was born and raised in Schenectady, New York where she attended Schenectady Public Schools. After graduating high school, she attended Utica College; receiving a degree in Journalism and Sociology. Georgina started her career as a program specialist with Girls Incorporated of the Greater Capital Region. She also worked Trinity Alliance and was also a contributing writer for Go Indie TV. Georgina continues to stay connected to the community for she has over 10 years’ experience working with non-profits and community based organizations. She is a writer who worked as press officer for the NYS Senate Majority for four years and is currently the Deputy Press Secretary for the NYS Senate Majority. When Georgina is not reading she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Julianna Obie
Julianna has a passion for youth development and civic engagement -mentoring for Sponsor a Scholar, facilitating youth empowerment workshops and volunteering for many local organizations and initiatives. She grew up in Schenectady and spent many of her adult years working for Girls Incorporated, giving back to the community that invested in her. Strong ties to Schenectady drives her enthusiasm for being a part of its revitalization efforts, while ensuring it maintains authenticity and provides unique opportunities for urban communities. She graduated from SUNY Albany with her Bachelors in Communication and Rhetoric and is currently working on her Masters in Curriculum Development and Instructional Technology. In her current role as a Community School Site Coordinator she has the ability to create unique opportunities that are provided to local families and students. She is confident that Carver Community Center will bring back a much needed sense of unity and community to the Hamilton Hill area and she is excited to be a part of the development.
Tiana Taylor
Tiana Taylor is a humble Goddess experiencing life, creating opportunity for connections, growth, expansion and exploration through her passionate efforts. As a multifaceted MOMprenuer, divine curator of TT by Tiana Taylor– Tiana provides support to others on their wellness journey through in depth discovery of her interests and passions, and sharing with others through variants: BodySHOP, Chakra Doula and Intuitive Ti. Tiana’s approach to healing bridges the magic of our souls, spirit and the universe. Tiana is certified as a yoga instructor, thai bodywork practitioner, full spectrum doula and reiki teacher/master. Committed to actively sharing the gifts of her healing and wellness lifestyle with the community to experience thru: yoga & meditation, sound healing, intuition, energy work, birthwork and wombxn support.
Domonique Thomas
Fun fact I’m enjoying finding my footing; I thank the city of Schenectady for the
spaces, the opportunities, and the people. My intention is to enhance, leaving all that I come in contact with in better conditions. Although one person can make a difference I strongly stand firm on “Teamwork makes the dream work” With this being said I am Domonique Thomas, I am here to pour into our community as
it has so lovingly poured into me. I am currently involved with a Youth organization MDAM MSAM INC where I instruct creative outlets. I also paint, create and plant seeds metaphorically and physically, I do enjoy gardening!
Joining the MOC board is a bold step I consciously chose to take with knowing I’m in the right place at the right time. I’m excited to witness and be a part of our community’s new chapter.
