Our Team
Dr. Teshanne Phillip – Founder and President
Teshanne Phillip is a visionary, humanitarian, author of seven books, ghostwriter, Global speaker, mentor and empowerment coach. She travels around the world restoring hope in various nations.
As a 2003 graduate of Johnson & Wales University’s Hospitality School, Teshanne has served in various leadership roles in higher education for over 25 years. Her dedication towards educational success is evident throughout her successes. She has earned her Master’s in Business Administration from Kaplan University and her Doctorate in Business Administration with a concentration in Public Service Administration at Northcentral University.
In 2018, Teshanne received the Best Humanitarian of the year award from D&Ksuomi Foundation/EOAW–Nigeria, for her contributions and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others in Africa. Ms. Phillip was also the recipient of the Distinguished Service award by the Galleon Foundation. In 2019, she received the Community Service award by the People Profile Organization and the Women of Distinction award by the Lauderhill Chambers of Commerce. In 2020, Teshanne was featured in the VoyageMia Magazine.
Her vision for IAH is to reintroduce hope in every region.
Reverend Dr. Keith L. Campbell
REVEREND DR. KEITH L. CAMPBELL, is the pastor and founder of Restoration Christian Ministries (RCM), located in Bronx, NY. Dr. Campbell holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance, a Master's of Urban Studies & Theology, and a Doctor of Divinity. Dr. Campbell is a 26-year veteran of the New York Police Department (NYPD), Sergeant Special Assignment, and has worked with in various elite units during his tenure. His most recent assignments were Collaborative Policing, Housing Bureau, Patrol Borough Manhattan North, and the Criminal Enterprise, formally known as the Narcotics Division in the Organize Control Bureau to name a few.
Dr. Campbell’s leadership extends beyond the four walls of RCM. He is a global speaker who travels around the world preaching and teaching the unadulterated word of God. He has made appearances on the Trinity Broadcast Network “This Is Your Day,” where he taught on combating domestic violence in the church. With his unique sense of humor and his ability to reach people where they are in life, Dr. Campbell partners with the political leaders to make a difference in the community of the Bronx. His leadership and community efforts have led to expeditious growth and transformation of lives. All these pales in comparison to his role as a father of his two amazing children.
Barbara Rodriguez – Marketing Director, Board Member
Barbara Rodriguez was born and raised in Arizona. She started her graphic design career while working in a small print shop in Phoenix, where she soon learned graphic design was her calling and passion.
Barbara works tirelessly to assure that each customer’s vision comes to life through her creative talents. She has designed: books, posters, invitations, brochures, and mailers. There is not any design challenge she is not willing to take on; she delivers high quality products in a timely manner. Her passion started 30-years ago and she continues to thrive by bringing each customer’s vision to life.
Barbara enjoys being on the team of I am Hope Foundation and often conducts fund-raising sponsorships for I am Hope programs and projects.