Vanessa Pierre is a passionate, poised, and prepared leader in the field of education, specializing in STEM and English. With a strong educational background from Bethune-Cookman University, Nova Southeastern University, and Morgan State University at the Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral level, Vanessa is dedicated to delivering impactful instruction to students ranging from K-12 to university level. She played a pivotal role in developing the curriculum for Art-Cademics Academy, a youth enrichment program in Miami-Dade County that integrates STEM principles. The program operates during the summer, winter, weekends, and after-school periods.

Beyond her educational endeavors, Vanessa has been actively involved in local politics as a former candidate for the North Miami council. She has served on various committees, including the Sustainability Committee, Quality Education Advisory Board, Personnel Board, and Parks and Recreation Commission.

Vanessa’s work in the recycling and sustainability sector with her company, EcoRenew Solutions, has gained recognition from esteemed organizations such as Ford Motor Company, HerImpact, 1863 Ventures, Comcast, The Rockefeller Foundation, Miami’s Next Leaders, SheBuilds Global Initiative, Black Girl Ventures, EndeavorMiami, Radical Partners, Refresh Miami, Social Times Magazine, Authority Magazine, ThriveGlobal Magazine, and Happen Magazine.

In closing, Vanessa embraces the words written in Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune’s Last Will and Testament, which highlight the importance of education and respect for the responsible use of power. She strives to inspire a thirst for knowledge and encourages the intelligent and positive direction of power for the betterment of society.