BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Andrie Baker
Chairwoman of the Board
Andrie Baker is a graduate of Georgia State University with a degree in Political Science and currently serves as a data analyst for Yang Ming America, a leading supply chain company.
Passionate about making a difference, she played a vital role in establishing Connections Homes, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping aged-out foster care young adults connect with families and transition into adulthood. As a former ministry leader for a women’s purity group, she empowered women (ages 18 and up) through mentorship and identity-focused discussions.
Originally from the Chicago area, she finds joy in serving her community through giving and acts of service. Andrie Baker thrives on showing acts of compassion and leadership.
Passionate about making a difference, she played a vital role in establishing Connections Homes, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping aged-out foster care young adults connect with families and transition into adulthood. As a former ministry leader for a women’s purity group, she empowered women (ages 18 and up) through mentorship and identity-focused discussions.
Originally from the Chicago area, she finds joy in serving her community through giving and acts of service. Andrie Baker thrives on showing acts of compassion and leadership.
Farah Artis
Secretary of the Board
Farah began a corporate career as a Corporate Administrator. This included managing contributions to local nonprofit organizations and charities. Farah also holds over a decade of expertise as a Project Administrator, Internal Auditor and Procurement Specialist, with experience spanning across several projects in Engineering, Hospitality, Health Care, Department of Defense LOGCAP and State Government. As part of Fluor’s Supplier Diversity Committee, Farah interviewed and trained vendors on how to secure corporate bids as minority and disadvantaged entities.
Farah has a Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Management from the National Graduate School of Quality Management and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Process Improvement Certification from Juran Global. Farah has implemented process improvement (DMAIC) projects for organizations and small businesses that were focused on issues resolved by revamping new hire processes and eliminating process waste. Farah is also the owner of True Joy Bakery.
