Ahof Museum – Celebrate Historic Contributions

About

Have you checked your history books lately? Have you had any conversations with friends, family, and colleagues on historic contributions? Connect with Ayiti Hall of Fame. As we continue to work on preserving historic contributions, we aim to ensure educational awareness is at the forefront for you. You, who are passionate about inspiring and motivational, legendary contributions from the eras in history. 

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Our team

Ady S. Timmer

Board Chair

Ady Standley Timmer is a human geography professor and a civic education expert, born in Port-au-Prince. He holds a Master of Social Science from Nova Southeastern University in Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Nyack College in New York. He was named Professor of the Year in 2012. He is the co-founder of the health application Dokpam and the vice president of Prime Affaires Management, an organization dedicated to culture, education, and civic engagement. He is also the Chair of the Haiti Museum Hall of Fame (AHOF Museum) and the official recruiter for the Haitian Federation of Gymnastics. He is an active member of IDENH, which advocates for the rights of the Haitian diaspora. "Building a democracy is done with an educated 'citizenry' in contributing and navigating positive impacts beneficial to our communities. Major sports organization contributions: An Official Recruiter for The Haitian Gymnastics Federation.

Anick Deschamps

Board Treasurer

Nelda Augustin, Curator / (Founder)

(Former Executive Director / Former-Chair)

**Nelda Augustin** The Author of a 2025 Published Children’s book *My Favorite Time (You Guessed it) With Grandma*, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, local bookstores, and community libraries. Known for her energy and resilience, Nelda has long been passionate about cultural preservation and historic contributions. While Nelda’s career spans from being a Real Estate Title Company owner, cultural endeavors have always been her passion. Started with her work with radio programs from Touche Douce Radio, 1580-AM Radio - under Antenne-Plus, show concept creator, program director, TV-5-SUR-5 Segment producer, movie script supervisor, assistant director, and director. As a retiree from the Real Estate Title Industry, Nelda remains active in community economic growth as a managing partner of a coffee shop. She lives by the saying: Experience is a teacher.” Nelda credits life’s lessons—not formal training from Keiser University - Business or Walden University - Psychology—for shaping her entrepreneurial spirit & people skills. She celebrates people at face value, genuinely and naturally passionate for people first, & thinks of consequences after! Uplifts generational initiatives, achievements, & champions cultural legacies- longevity to motivate future generations.

Marie Michele Bazile

Research Director

A Dancer with extensive experience in Art as a producer, certified in Film and movie production, and set creator. Experienced Actor with an acting background in French, Creole, English, and Latin. Renowned member of numerous international & national syndicated radio stations Actively serves as an advocate, lending her voice to social changes internationally with affiliations in New York, California, Florida & Georgia.

Rodney Jonathan Jean, Co-Founder

Trustee member (CEO)

After majoring in Computer Science and Computer Animation—a field that sparked an early and lasting passion—his journey unfolded across diverse and unexpected paths. He pursued Commercial Vehicle Driving at Sheridan Technical College, where he graduated certified, a direction that ultimately surpassed even the pursuit of a State Trooper career, for which he was hired, tested, and attended training. Yet, creativity and independence—“wild at heart”—consistently prevailed, shaping a career driven by passion rather than convention. He also earned an Associate of Arts in Computer Animation, a field he considers among the most fulfilling professional experiences. Above all achievements, his greatest and most meaningful role is being a family man to a son and a daughter—who expertly keep him on his toes and grounded in purpose every day.

Cultural Preservation

Legacy in Focus

Lumane Casimir

Lumane Casimir

Considered the first female troubadour in Haiti, Lumane Casimir emerged in the 1940s as a defining cultural voice — reshaping musical expression and paving the way for generations of women artists.

Toto Bissainthe Marie Clotilde Bissainthe

Actress and singer known for blending traditional Vodou and rural themes with contemporary lyricism and arrangements across Jazz and Folk music.

A founding member of Le Griots, the first African Theatre company in Paris, she collaborated with renowned director Raoul Peck, leaving an enduring mark on global culture.

Toto Bissainthe

Advisors

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Dr. Withza L. Nibbs
Dr. Withza L. Nibbs
Advisor (Former Chairwoman)
Linda Arney
Linda Arney
Advisor
Nephtalie Hyacinthe
Nephtalie Hyacinthe
Advisor (Former Marketing Director)
Cleo Pierre
Cleo Pierre
Advisor
Lousindy Mitton
Lousindy Mitton
Advisor (Former Secretary & Treasurer)
Dr. Lumana Joseph
Dr. Lumana Joseph
Advisor
Chantal Apollon
Chantal Apollon
Advisor (Former Liaison)
Dr. Ephi Isma
Dr. Ephi Isma
Advisor (Former Int'l Ambassador)

Consultants! We couldn't do without!

Dr. Lumana Joseph

Consultant
(Former Board Advisor)

Sandra Saint-Hilaire

Consultant
(Former Board Relations Liaison Advisor)

Theomane Francois

Consultant
(Former Education & Leadership Programs Advisor)
Ms. Dorleans served her community as a High School Assistant Principal for over two decades.

Geraldine Montilus

Consultant
(Former Events & Program Relations Liaison)

Kerline Carol Alce

Consultant
(Former Int'l Arts Advisor)

Vladimir Lescouflair

Consultant
(Former Education & Training Program Advisor)
Experienced college professor and high school technical programs teacher.

Mackenson Desir

Consultant
(Former Sports Relations Advisor)

Dr. Stephanie Thomas

Consultant
(Former Community Outreach Advisor)

Joshua Delva

Consultant
(Former Communications & Community Relations Liaison)
Medical administration expert and corporate budget analyst.

Harry Hyppolite

Consultant
(Former Corporate Business Relations Advisor)
Real Estate Broker & Business Analyst.

Olivier Desire

Consultant
(Former Board Secretary)
Real Estate Mortgage Broker.

Servicing Communities as Volunteers

Dr. Antonia Pascal

Board Member

Lila Thropes

Board Member

Danaweise Jean-Joseph

Board Member

Philippe Montas

Board Member

Nancy A. Dominique

Community Liaison

Fatima Georges

Arts & Dance Culture

Claudia Norvilus

Arts & Logistics
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Cultural Correspondents of Various Industries

Black Dada

Black Dada

Global Ambassador
(2023–2024)
Robert Numa

Robert Numa

New York Ambassador
(2023–2024)
Ernst Znono Jean-Baptiste

Ernst “Znono” Jean-Baptiste

Sports Consultant
(2023–2024)
George Jarbath

George Jarbath

Sports Consultant
(2023–2024)
Cami Sonthonax

Cami Sonthonax

Guest Relations

Trustee Members

Stewards of Culture, Leadership & Artistic Legacy

Nixon Mesidor

Nixon Mesidor

Trustee
Artists Relations; Former Co-Chair
Carl Fertilien

Carl Fertilien

Trustee
Music & Sound Engineering; Former Co-Chair

Supported Participants

The listed partners have supported the nonprofit community by offering leadership development consultations, training workshop feedback, needed financial support, and historical insights.

Atty. Nathalie Demesmin
General Counsel Advisor
Patrick Pluviose
Technical Specialist Advisor
Nicky Mix
Artist Relations
Dubner St. Ilus
Business Relations
S. Richard
Artists Relations / Mentee
Ed Nolu
Media Specialist
Philippe Armand
Global Community
Karl Ogde Laurent
Web & Graphic Designer
Jeff Mondesir
Community Relations
Rotschill Anderson
Communications Relations Participant
Renaud Lambert
Historical Feedback Participant

Important Documents​
Notice

Here are some important documents relating to the not-for-profit status, conduct, compliance, and board information.  If unable to download the information, send an email request to: Ahofmuseum@gmail.com

Remembering Their Contributions

A Cultural Hub Institute

Ahof Museum, since its inception in 2021, we knew to embark on a Cultural preservation initiative of a certain magnitude, as we envisioned, we ought to be ready for a journey.  We are happy to date; the journey continues.  Our work towards making efforts to safeguard both tangible and intangible heritage, including physical sites, artifacts, traditions, and oral histories, to maintain cultural narratives and foster appreciation for historic cultural contributions.

Message from Founder:

The inclusion of all aspects of art refers to the practice of representing and celebrating a wide range of cultural, social, and personal perspectives within the art world. This inclusivity is crucial for reflecting historical contributions in multicultural diversity. Especially where amplifying underrepresented voices is designed to reshape future celebrated, valued concepts & developments! 

Ahof Museum is a cultural hub platform, inclusive of a historic contributions institute, engaged in increasing cultural awareness

Ahof Museum Hall of Fame.

Thank you!

For additional information contact: info@ahofmuseum.com
or (305) 699-5527

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