About Art Transforms, Inc.

Ms. Best regards art as a powerful medium through which to interpret and engage with the world. She leverages her artistic practice to communicate issues of social injustice, viewing art as a non-threatening avenue for expressing the challenges of pverty, hyper-incarceration, environmental racism, domestic violence, and other societal concerns. With her brushwork and vibrant palettes, Ms. Best not only captures striking imagery but also educates viewers through thoughtfully conceptualized paintings.

With more than three decades of experience, she has facilitated workshops focused on family violence and serves as the Founder and Executive Director of "Art Transforms, Inc." The organization employs creative processes to support healing for victims of trauma, regularly hosts monthly virtual discussions on topics pertinent to the community - such as "The Powder Room", a women's empowerment forum - and organizes exhibitions that highlight social justice through art. Prior to the pandemic, she led weekly visual art classes at Rochdale Village Community Center. Ms. Best advocates community education as an essential strategy to address and reduce family violence, emphasizing the importance of developing practical solutions.

Mr. Hart graduated from CUNY in 1977 with a Bachelor of Science degree, focusing on Economics and Accounting. He then earned an MBA in Taxation from Long Island University in 1979, followed by further graduate studies in Economics.

Kenneth Hart, now returned, spent 35 years offering expert services through KeHart Service Co., where he specialized in accounting, tax preparation, tax auditing, applications for non-profit status, and estate tax planning.

His involvement with the NAACP Economic Development Program included managing operating budgets and supporting small community businesses with their accounting and tax requirements. Additionally, Mr. Hart held the position of Assistant Controller at Newsweek Magazine, developing and supervising annual operating budgets for the Advertising Division, and serving as Special Projects Financial Manager.

Ms. Springer serves as an Administrative Assistant at Deloitte & Touche LLP, New York, supporting the Technology, Media, & Telecom Audit Practice. Her main duties are managing executive calendars, client billing, event planning, and travel arrangements.

With over 20 years of HR experience in organizations such as services for the undeserved, Volunteers of America, breaking ground, and Safe Havion, I am committed to providing opportunities to individuals who typically face barriers.

Eric Grandison is a career artist and designer that has worked in the fashion industry for over 25 years. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, his designs have largely been seen on clothing and accessories for licensed products in department stores nationwide.

Ms. Mondesir holds a master's degree in early childhood education and has spent more than ten years nurturing and educating children from birth through second grade. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the creation of a safe, play-based environment where students are encouraged to explore and discover within the classroom. She is committed to design engaging, interactive lessons that foster a passion for reading and writing by incorporating stories and group discussions. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ms. Mondesir enjoys swimming, hiking, reading,