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Roosevelt Montinor
DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Born and raised in Port-à-Piment, Haiti, Roosevelt lived and studied in Mexico before relocating to Ontario, Canada. Roosevelt is passionate about raising the standard of competence and success for the Haitian people, both living in Haiti and abroad. Trained in engineering, he manages programs research and development. He lives in Ontario, Canada.
Jonathan Wood Sévère
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
Jonathan was born and raised in Petite Rivière de l’Artibonite, Haiti. A visionary leader, He helped found the Amílcar Cabral Society and served as its first National Coordinator. In his new role as Director of Strategic Initiatives, he works with the Institute’s leadership team to develop and implement programs and projects that advance the organization’s vision. He lives with his family in Petite Rivière.
Danielle N. Buteau, J.D.DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Originally from Cleveland, TN, Danielle moved to Atlanta, GA, in 2010 to attend law school, where she focused on public interest law. Danielle is deeply committed to justice and empowerment. She seeks to help Haitians succeed in Atlanta. Danielle manages the day-to-day administrative operations of the Institute and oversees fundraising. She lives with her husband, Emmanuel, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Emmanuel Buteau, PhDEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Born in Port-au-Prince and raised in Port-à-Piment, Haiti, Emmanuel emigrated to the United States in 1993 and settled in Atlanta, GA, with his family in 1994. A passionate Practical Theologian with deep roots in the Haitian community, he has dedicated his scholarship to helping Haitians reach their full potential and take grasp of their own destiny. Emmanuel’s areas of research include both Haitian religion and culture. Emmanuel oversees the executive administration of the Institute. He lives with his wife, Danielle, in Atlanta, Georgia.