Celebrating New Leaders and Lasting Service

Four exceptional leaders have recently joined the Konbit Sante Board of Directors, bringing fresh expertise in business development, digital strategy, organizational leadership, and international partnerships. Their perspectives will strengthen our strategic direction and help shape our next decade of impact in northern Haiti.

At the same time, we extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Youseline Telémaque and Manuchca Marc Alcimé, who are stepping down from their board roles after years of dedicated service. Both remain trusted advisors and ardent supporters of our mission.

Welcoming Our New Board Members

Regine Dupuy / Business Leader & Community Advocate (Cap-Haitien)
A respected hotelier and owner of Auberge du Picolet, Regine brings strong civic leadership and deep local engagement. Her work with the Chamber of Commerce of the North strengthens regional collaboration and aligns closely with our community-centered mission.

Fran Harrison / Strategic Leader in Communications & Organizational Growth
Fran offers decades of global communications and business strategy experience, including leadership roles at Fairchild Semiconductor and in the architecture/engineering sector. She brings a strong personal commitment to maternal, newborn, and pediatric health.

Mike Lynch / Digital Strategy & Innovation Expert
As Director of Enterprise Strategy at Delta Air Lines and a former Bain consultant, Mike brings a depth of expertise in digital transformation, data, AI, and operational performance—key strengths for Konbit Sante’s long-term planning.

Jacques Pelletier, MD / Pediatrician & Leader in Medical Education
Dr. Jacques Pelletier is a pediatrician with extensive experience in clinical care and medical education across Haiti. He led the Haitian Pediatric Association for 11 years and currently practices at Espoir Hospital in Port-au-Prince. His expertise in child health brings critical insight to Konbit Sante’s programs.

Meet Our Board

Youseline Telémaque, MD
A Haitian obstetrician–gynecologist and a leader in reproductive health, family planning, and women’s rights, Dr. Telémaque has directed national programs for UNFPA, Jhpiego, and other NGOs. She began working with Konbit Sante in 2008 and served as our in-country director from 2010 to 2012, shaping core maternal health initiatives. Her leadership and insight have left a lasting mark, and we remain deeply grateful for her continued counsel.

Manuchca Marc Alcimé, MSN, RN
Manuchca works at the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) in Portland, ME. Prior to moving to Maine, she was a nurse instructor, clinical preceptor, and floor nurse at Justinien University Hospital, and served as Konbit Sante’s wound care nurse specialist following the 2010 earthquake. She joined our board in 2016, bringing expertise in nursing education and leadership, and continues to support our mission as a trusted advisor.

“The diverse perspectives and extraordinary experiences of our new board members will strengthen Konbit Sante for years to come.”
— Perry Newman, Executive Director

The growth of our board—and the enduring engagement of leaders like Dr. Telémaque and Manuchca—strengthens Konbit Sante’s ability to support our partners in northern Haiti. Thank you for standing with us as we continue this important work.