Dr. Okey K. Enyia is the Founder and Board Chair of the John Henry Institute for Black Men’s Health & Policy Innovation and the Founder and CEO of Enyia Strategies, LLC, a health policy consulting firm focused on advancing health equity through policy, advocacy, and systems change. He brings a unique blend of experience across federal government relations, health policy research, and community-driven strategy.

Dr. Enyia has worked with key congressional committees, including the House Ways and Means Committee, House Energy and Commerce Committee, Senate Finance Committee, and Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, advancing bipartisan, bicameral policy solutions. He most recently served as Associate Vice President for Federal Government Relations at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, where he led strategic advocacy efforts, built cross-sector partnerships, and translated data and lived experience into impactful policy outcomes.

A nationally recognized thought leader on Black men’s health, civic engagement, and the political determinants of health, Dr. Enyia is the author of The John Henry Health Equity Playbook: A Four-Year Health Policy Agenda for Black Men. His work centers on translating research into actionable policy and practice to improve health outcomes and address systemic inequities.

Dr. Enyia holds a doctorate in health policy from the George Washington University School of Public Health. He is committed to advancing community-informed, data-driven solutions that empower Black men and strengthen the health and well-being of communities nationwide.

Dr. Jason Ottley is an educational leader and scholar with more than 18 years of experience in K–12 schools, higher education, and district-level administration. Drawing on roles as a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, chief equity officer, consultant, and faculty member, Ottley specializes in helping institutions strengthen leadership pipelines, design equity-centered systems, and align strategy with day-to-day operations. As an Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership at Stetson University and an organizational management consultant with FORECAST Strategic Advisory Group, Ottley prepares current and aspiring school leaders to drive institutional growth, strategic planning, and operational excellence that improve outcomes for all students.

Rashad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Cheyney University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Bowie State University. He has over twenty-five years of accounting, internal controls, risk management, IT Audit, IT Security, and tax preparation and compliance. Rashad is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He is a licensed MD Tax Professional, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE), and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting & Management.

Rashad enjoys serving the community and creating opportunities through philanthropic efforts. His philanthropic efforts include launching the Rho Tau Lambda Foundation, Inc and serving as Chair of the William Ross Jr. Education Foundation. Rashad regularly speaks to High School and College students sharing his knowledge with students of all ages. He leads the Black Professional Men, Inc., Rays of Hope Scholarship (ROHAS) Program preparing high school students for life after high school through College Preparation sessions and assists high school students with exposure on potential professional career.

Kyle Gordon is a social entrepreneur and public health strategist. With a career rooted

in research, community engagement and health equity, Kyle works at the intersection of public health, social services, and infectious disease—committed to expanding access to holistic healthcare for marginalized communities. He began his journey in Los Angeles, advocating for individuals affected by communicable diseases by providing education, treatment navigation, and social support. Over time, he has championed broader engagement in advocacy and clinical research at local, state, national, and global levels. His leadership includes serving as an organizing member of the California End the Epidemics campaign. He is also a published author with peer-reviewed work focusing on remote patient monitoring, medication readiness and treatment adherence. Kyle holds a Master of Health Administration degree from Tulane University, is a lifetime member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and a 2024 Presidential Emerging Leader in the field of Public Health.

Dr. Ifeanyi M. Olele, DO, MBA, MS, FAPA is a board-certified psychiatrist and Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association who brings a rare blend of clinical expertise, business acumen, and real-world perspective to mental health care. He trained in Psychobiology at UCLA, earned his Master’s in Medical Science from Hampton University, completed medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and obtained an MBA in Health Services Administration from St. Joseph’s University.

Dr. Olele is the founder of Genesis Psychiatric Solutions and Genesis TMS & Wellness, where he delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care that goes beyond traditional psychiatry. His work integrates medication management, pharmacogenomic testing, and neuromodulation treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression and OCD. His approach is grounded in one principle: patients don’t just need treatment plans, they need to feel understood, respected, and guided.

He is actively engaged in advancing the field through organizations such as the Black Psychiatrists of America, the Clinical TMS Society, and the Washington Psychiatric Society. He is also a graduate of the Climate Health Equity Fellowship, a medical reviewer for Healthline, and a dedicated mentor to the next generation of clinicians. Dr. Olele’s work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, technology, and equity. His interests include AI-informed clinical practice, climate-related mental health, and building smarter, more efficient systems that allow clinicians to focus on what matters most: patient care. Recognized as a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine, he continues to balance clinical leadership, education, and innovation with his most important role outside of medicine: being present with his family and supporting his children in their pursuits, including competitive fencing.

Jerome Wilson, PA is the CEO of First Call Urology and founder of Pruventa Corporation, a healthcare technology and management services organization dedicated to expanding specialty care access in underserved communities. A physician assistant by training and a product of both the West Side of Chicago and Southern Illinois, Jerome has built a virtual-first urology platform that addresses one of the most persistent health equity gaps facing Black men — delayed access to urologic care, including prostate cancer screening and evaluation. His work is informed by both clinical experience and deep personal connection to the communities he serves, having witnessed firsthand how geography, systemic barriers, and underinvestment shape health outcomes for Black men and their families. Jerome serves on the ACS Prostate Cancer Roundtable and the ZERO Prostate Cancer Steering Committee, where he works alongside national partners to improve early detection and specialty access for Black and underserved men across the country. He brings to the John H. Henry Institute Board a commitment to translating that mission into scalable, community-informed solutions that treat Black men not as problems to be managed, but as assets worthy of investment.