Leadership Team

  • Ouida Duncan, MBA, CPC, ELI-MP

    Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer, Board Chair

    In her sixteen years as a non-profit leader and founder of the Duncan Tree Foundation, Ms. Duncan has led the organization with passion as well as a strategic mindset. She focuses on building relationships with the singular goal of uplifting everyone around her.

    She is an ICF Certified Professional Coach trained in emotional intelligence. She has a passion for social justice which led her to complete her Diversity & Inclusion Certification at Cornell University to help more effectively manage the organization she has completed her MBA in International Business at the University of Bath in Somerset, U.K.

  • Board Secretary

    Robert Ooghe

    Board Secretary

    Robert Ooghe is a visionary entrepreneur and digital innovator. With over 15 years of experience in interactive entertainment and education, Mr. Ooghe has a proven track record of creating award-winning digital experiences for leading brands like Hasbro and Mattel. He holds a Master's degree in Interactive Telecommunications from NYU and a Bachelor's degree in Social Psychology and History from William & Mary. Mr. Ooghe aims to create research-based, emotionally intelligent educational experiences that empower individuals to lead more fulfilling lives. Mr. Ooghe leads a talented team in crafting thought-provoking games that embed emotional intelligence principles into engaging narratives and gameplay. With his unique blend of technical prowess, creative vision, and empathetic leadership, Mr. Ooghe is poised to make a lasting impact in the fields of education and entertainment.

  • Sheila Campbell-Forrester, MD, MBBS, DPH. (UWI)

    Board Treasurer

    Dr. Sheila Campbell-Forrester, is a distinguished medical professional and a prominent advocate for adolescent health. With an illustrious career, she has served as the Former Chief Medical Officer of Jamaica, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the country's healthcare system and ensuring the well-being of its citizens. Driven by her passion for making a positive impact, she served as a Medical Advisor to Duncan Tree Foundation for over a decade and assumed the role of Board Member in 2023 where she provides invaluable guidance and expertise in promoting healthcare and adolescent education initiatives in underserved communities. Through her various roles, Dr. Sheila Campbell-Forrester continues to champion the cause of adolescent health and well-being, striving to create a brighter and healthier future for the younger generation.

  • David Blumstein

    Board Advisor

    Mr. Blumstein is a renowned Life Coach and a former facilitator for the Landmark Forum for teens for numerous years, specializing in empowering young people, teens, and families to reach their full potential. With an unwavering passion for personal development. He has dedicated his career to guiding individuals through the challenges and complexities of adolescence and family dynamics. Mr. Blumstein has been a faithful and passionate member of the Duncan Tree Foundation since 2022.

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Check out the Duncan Tree Podcast with Ouida on Spotify and Apple Podcast

Check out the Duncan Tree Podcast with Ouida on Spotify and Apple Podcast

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We invite you to check out the Duncan Tree Podcast with Ouida, a series dedicated to wellness based on four pillars established by the Duncan Tree, they are, spiritual, emotional, physical, and financial wellness. As hosts, we acknowledge that we haven't uncovered all the answers ourselves, but we bring a wealth of guests with diverse backgrounds and unique resources to the conversation. Together, our goal is to not only facilitate our own healing but also to accompany you on your personal journey of transformation and growth. Let us know how the message impact your lives by emailing us at info@duncantreefoundation.org.