Beth began her career in healthcare after earning a Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science from Springfield College. After moving to Florida, she joined NCH Healthcare System, where she advanced from intern to Director of Wellness and earned her MBA in Management from Florida Gulf Coast University.

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In 2013, Beth helped rebuild the local YMCA following a devastating fire, driven by her strong connection to its mission. After a brief career in wealth management, she returned to healthcare and now works as a Clinical Research Coordinator with Aqualane Clinical Research, supporting clinical trials for neurological conditions.

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Outside of work, Beth volunteers by bugling Taps at veteran and first responder memorials, enjoys motorcycle rides with her husband, and spending time with her family—plus she’s known for an excellent apple pie.

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Beth can be found bugling Taps for local veteran and first responder funerals and memorials, riding motorcycles with her husband Andy, and spending time with her children. We'll bet you she makes the best apple pie you ever had.

Matthew Fletcher is an Assistant Chief of Police with the Naples Police Department, overseeing daily operations, including investigations, patrol, traffic, and specialized assignments for 78 sworn officers and 37 civilian personnel. He develops innovative law enforcement practices to support a city of 20,500 residents and more than 150,000 daily visitors, emphasizing crime prevention, community safety, outreach, positive police-community relationships, and a strong organizational culture. He also mentors supervisory personnel and serves as a team leader for the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, evaluating agencies for compliance with accreditation standards.

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With 36 years of service to the Naples Police Department, Assistant Chief Fletcher has held numerous leadership roles, including Sergeant and Lieutenant across patrol, criminal investigations, and professional standards; Assistant Chief of Patrol Operations; and Interim Police Chief.

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He holds an associate degree in Criminal Justice from Edison State College, a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Summa Cum Laude, and a master’s degree in Administration from Barry University. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy (Session 294), the Southern Police Institute’s Command Officer Development Course (Session 90), the Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute’s Florida Leadership Academy, and Leadership Collier Class of 2022. He also holds Florida Law Enforcement Certification.

Anthony J. Leopizzi (CFP, CLU, ChFC, CIMA), has been a Certified Financial Planner and financial advisor, serving the Florida and NY metropolitan area for over 30 years.

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Anthony is a graduate from the NY Institute of Technology with a BS in Finance. He started his career as a stockbroker and became a Certified Financial Planner in 1993.

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Being born and raised in The Bronx, Anthony attributes his career and success to life experience, losing his father at the age of 8 years old in NYC and having to assist his mother raising him and his younger brother on public assistance as a single mother. "I believe my calling is to help others by ensuring financial success and help prevent them from being vulnerable. Growing up in a single parent household in NYC left me vulnerable as a young man, and this is my way of giving back to help others".

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Anthony thrives on active involvement with his community. He is currently 3rd Degree Knight with St. Elizabeth Seton council 4357 and is a member of the Knights on Bikes. Anthony was a past President of the Financial Planning Association in the Greater Hudson Valley from 2003-2009, and an active member today.

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Anthony currently lives in Naples, FL with his wonderful wife. He is a proud father of two wonderful daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys, golf, tennis and mixed Martial Arts.

Board Member, Project HELP, Inc., Detective Sgt., Collier County Sheriff Natalie Brace was born and raised in Indiana. She completed a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and political science at Anderson University. She moved to Southwest Florida in 2007 and has been working within the Criminal Justice Field ever since. In 2016, she became a Detective and has worked in Special Victims, Domestic Violence, and the Homicide Unit. In 2021, Natalie was promoted to Detective Sergeant and currently supervises Detectives in the Special Crimes Bureau.

On her off time, Natalie enjoys spending time with her husband and two dachshunds.

Jennifer is a successful business owner in Southwest Florida who believes deeply in giving back to the community that supports her and her team every day. She joined Project HELP driven by her passion for supporting victims of violence, drawing on her own experience as a survivor of abuse.

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Jennifer believes that helping individuals through unseen pain and trauma empowers them to heal and thrive. “Being a knowledgeable community member makes a community stronger. Helping those whose pain may go unseen survive a difficult time turns them into survivors who can continue as active, strong members of our community.”

Phil Wright-Grant is a senior executive with more than 25 years of experience helping organizations translate complex strategies into clear, data-driven market narratives. His work spans aerospace, defense, logistics, staffing, and nonprofit sectors, where he has advised leadership teams on strategic positioning, go-to-market execution, and change communications aligned with regulatory, market, and performance objectives.

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He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration and Economics, an MBA in Operations Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Services. Grounded in Six Sigma principles and published research, his work emphasizes analytics, audience insight, and measurable marketing effectiveness.

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In addition to executive and consulting roles, Phil is committed to service and education. He serves on nonprofit boards, teaches adult education, mentors students and veteran entrepreneurs, and is a Boots to Business Instructor for the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Melissa is an executive coach, leadership strategist, and founder of Inspire Big Dreams LLC, where she partners with organizations to develop leaders, strengthen culture, and drive people-centered growth. With a background in consulting, human resources leadership, and organizational development, she has supported companies through periods of growth by elevating leadership capability and aligning talent strategies with business outcomes.

A Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Melissa specializes in executive and leadership development, coaching senior and emerging leaders to lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and impact. She has designed and facilitated leadership programs across corporate and nonprofit sectors, focused on empowering individuals and teams to achieve meaningful transformation.

Melissa serves on the SHRM Florida State Board Council as the Director of Wellbeing, where she promotes workplace wellness and mental health initiatives statewide. She is passionate about community impact and is honored to support Project HELP’s mission, helping individuals navigate crisis and build pathways toward healing and resilience.

Sarah Smith serves as Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager at Regions Bank, where she has built a successful career spanning more than 15 years in the banking industry. With expertise in treasury management, she is dedicated to helping businesses navigate financial opportunities and challenges. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, Sarah values community involvement and is honored to serve on the Project HELP Board of Directors. She is a proud mother who enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time outdoors with family and friends throughout Southwest Florida.

Allie Pelham is the owner and president of Action Title Services, serving Naples and Southwest Florida. She joined the company in 1998 and became its owner in 2021. Under her ownership, the company has expanded with an additional office in Fort Myers. Throughout her career, Allie has focused on earning trust, building lasting relationships, and helping people from diverse backgrounds navigate the homeownership process with confidence and peace of mind.

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Originally from Santa Cruz, Bolivia, Allie was raised by parents who were both attorneys. Growing up, their strong work ethic, dedication, and commitment to others shaped her values and her approach to work. Their example continues to guide the care, integrity, and responsibility she brings to her business, her relationships, and her community.

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Family is at the heart of everything Allie does. Her daughter, grandchildren, fiancé, and her whole family bring love, inspiration, and purpose to her life. These relationships ground her and strengthen her commitment to helping others. She treasures time with her family, whether enjoying a day on the water, traveling, cheering on the Miami Dolphins, or sharing the everyday moments that keep them close.