OUR TEAM

Renee Mitchell has been serving as the Interim Chief Financial Manager for Habakkuk's Vision since 2019. Ms. Mitchell is responsible for overseeing financial operations which include finance reporting, budgets, tracking operational metrics, mergers, acquisitions, grant portfolios and investor relations. She is also very active in reporting to the Board of Directors, public and community members. 

Ms. Mitchell brings to the foundation over a decade of expertise in the finance industry working with public, private and non-profit entities. She has become a powerhouse in leading finance teams to achieve compliance throughout various operating scales and complexities. 

Her accounting skills coupled with client engaged are all what has attributed to her growth while working at large scale financial institutions including TD Bank. Ms. Mitchell has also held Consultant leadership roles that has aided in the establishment for various small businesses in NYC and provides guidance overseas to natives of her birth country Trinidad & Tobago. 

She has aided these small businesses in setting budgets, expenses reporting, compiling profit and losses statements, projection of cash flows and the creation of Fiscal Policy and Procedures. Ms. Mitchell is also an active mentor, activist and participates on diversity councils and outreach initiatives with local organizations. 

Ms. Mitchell, holds a Bachelors degree in Accounting and currently Licensed with the NJ Board of realtors. She has two boys and resides in the State of New Jersey.

 Adisa Yamusah, began her career working with Habakkuks Vision as a consultant since its birth in 2018. She later accepted an offer as the Chief Operating Officer in late 2019 and has been a stellar contributor to its operational growth. Her role is an extremely sensitive role as it entails establishing and ensuring our policies continue to promote the organizations culture and vision. Ms. Yamusah is key in overseeing operations of the company and the work of executives.

Adisa is a skilled professional with 7 years of operational experience in the non-profit sector and has successfully led major organizational projects for several top companies. Currently, she works as a Senior Consultant for CaptureRx, a San-Antonio based healthcare technology company, and has led the company’s efforts to expand its organizational reach, and execute, monitor, and close special projects. 

Before joining CaptureRx, Adisa served as the Senior Director of Operations for the New-York based non-profit, Harlem United, where she set strategic goals for the organization, planned and monitored day-to-day business activities, supervised staff from different departments, and provided strategic direction on areas for growth and improvement. She previously worked for Panasonic Corporation of North America and New York University. 

Adisa's leadership experience in the non-profit sector—coupled with her background in project management and strategic development—uniquely qualifies her to lead Make-A-Play's Executive Board. Since serving in this role, she has: revamped the organization's internal management structure, liaised with the Executive Director to set goals and deadlines, reviewed and adjusted the organization's operational budget(s), and evaluated overall performance by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics. 

She received her Bachelors of Science from New York University (NYU) and later, her Master's Degree in Social Work from NYU's Silver School of Social Work. 

 As Diretor of Housing & Acquisition, Jiton's role is multifaceted at Habakkuk's Vision. This stellar team member is responsible for overseeing the organizations housing portfolio while transforming the landscape of how the disenfranchised are housed. She works with her team on site selections and acquisitions, creating finance strategies and partnerships while overseeing facilities and contractors during the developmental phases of constructing units for our residence.

Jiton comes with years of expertise in the area of housing acquisition and financing for both residential and commercial properties. She has been a leader in the Real Estate industry but has also accomplished milestones as an Retail Entrepreneur. In 2011, she launched Je'taime Shoes, an exquisite and unique boutique that resonates her own personal style and grace through catalogs of clothing, shoes and accessories. Her business expanded in 2013 with the opening of her 2nd Je'taime Shoes in Westfield Mall, one of the largest retail malls in the country. 

Apart from these entrepreneurial & business accolades, Jiton is an agent for social change and a silent philanthropist. Jiton frequently donates over 200 pairs of shoes and dresses yearly to young women during prom season and throughout the year. Her volunteer works expands throughout boroughs including headlining various community outreach projects on a local, state and national level. 

Her work has sounded off so loudly that in 2019 she received an award from the Brooklyn Borough President for her outstanding work and commitment in the community. Jiton's dedication to the mission of Habakkuk's Vision has been a true gift.

Jiton is a graduate from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and holds a Bachelor of Science. She is also a licensed realtor and business owner. Jiton has been recognized as one of the youngest females to have purchased and formerly owned her own Remax franchise in 2005.  She is a devoted mother, daughter and friend. She enjoys dancing, socializing and helping others reach their goals towards homeownership.

Anabel Babilonia, has been with Habakkuk's Vision since 2018. Since then she has been essential in developing and implementing programs designed to help individuals who have been released from prison or jail reintegrate into society. 

Under the leadership of Ms. Babilonia,  HBBKV has integrated  strategies enhancing the quality of services and coordination for the consumers we serve, while leading case managers to modify initiatives for better outcomes. She is the primary point of contact for resolving issues and complex cases, coordination of partnerships by way of MOU's of referral agreeements.  

The ideal leader has a solid understanding of social services, coordination of care, community partnership and the importance of connecting the dots for a successful reentry. 

Anabel also comes with over 10 years in public and private procurement.  Which helps in the acquisition of reources for consumer needs. She has created solid vendor relationships on a foundation of trust and reliability. 

While aiding in the mission of Habakkuk's Vision, Anabel also plays a role as our Customer Experience and Client Relations Expert, as she has acquired this trait from being  a committed & successful business owner of Ava & Amber's Nail Boutique. She has served on the front lines for years and knows what the clients needs are and leads her team in its prioritization

Anabel is a graduate of Western Governors University, with an Associates Degree in Business Management and Marketing. She serves on the Board of "NOBODY BRAND" clothing distributors, as a Treasurer. Anabel is avid on giving back to her community. She conducts free seminars on small business ownership and resource acquisition once a month in Brooklyn, NY, New Jersey & Manhattan.

She is a devoted Mother of two girls. She loves cooking, dancing and spending time with loved ones. 

Ayaitzy Herrera assumed the of Compliance and Safety Officer since 2020. In this role Ms. Herrera aids in bridging the gap between providing care while ensuring the organization is compliant with all regulatory requirements. 

Staying close to the mission of Habakkuk's Vision, Ms. Herrera works closely with all organization stakeholders, grantors and regulatory agencies to ensure the organization adheres to government requirements, state. local and federal laws. Ms. Herrera, works with all departmental heads during all phases of audit cycles and manages any potential risks or breaches that can harm the organization and the consumers served. 

Ms. Herrera serves also servces as a subject matter expect & advocate in property acquisition & discrimiation by combating issues such as housing discrimination and ensuring residents being housed are receiving provisional services and programs within the scope of our mission. 

Ayaitzy’s comes with years of Housing Compliance, Property & Project management expertise but what stands out the most is her education in the field of Psychology and Forensic Law. This combined knowledge has given her a track record of building strong legal and community ties as well as initiative programs that aids in the societal growth and development of the underserved population, specifically formerly incarcerated women.
 

Her most recent projects have included working with communities in the areas of rental assistance, rental rehabilitation, housing rehabilitation, homeless prevention and community development. 

Ayaitzy, is a US NAVY Veteran,  holds a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Forensic Law from Barry University and is currently pursuing her MBA in Public Relations & Marketing. She is also a licensed Realtor.

As Habakkuk’s Program & Community leader, Ms. Hamilton cultivates community contacts to increase awareness and collaborative opportunities while  planning, implementing and analyzing  and managing all programs of the organization. Utilizing her excellent persuasive skills and her ability to calm under pressure has proven essential in dealing with sensitive and controversial matters. 

Nathiefa’s previous role with Volunteers of America as a Job Developer, entailed assisting individuals in transitioning from shelter/housing units to their own housing, while teaching them the necessary skills sets to becoming gainfully employed and reaching various lifetime goals. 

Her most recent collaboration is with the Federal Bureau of Commerce as a Partner ship Specialist where she works directly with elected officials, community leaders and state, local and tribal governments about the importance of the Census within the community. Her background will help disseminate Habakkuk’s vision. 

Nathiefa holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Management & Economics from Empire State University, A Masters Degree in Human Resource Development from Drexel University and a Green Belt in Six Sigma from Villanova University.  She believes there is a difference between accountability and responsibility but they are inseparable when your goal is to help others!