Meet Our President and CEO

Dr Linda Cowels

Linda is the Founder, President, and CEO of Anointed Community Services International (ACSI), which she launched in 2010 in honor of her late mother and grandmother. Over three decades in nonprofit and higher-education leadership, she has secured 19 grants totaling more than $2.25 million to build programs serving youth, families, veterans, and seniors across Lake County.

She also serves as Dean of River Bible Institute, is a Certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach, and chairs the City of Groveland's Recreation Advisory Committee. Dr. Cowels holds a Doctorate in Christian Theology and is driven by a lifelong commitment to servant leadership and community empowerment.

About Dr Linda

The Anointed Board
of Directors

Saida Cowels-Watson

Co-Founder, ACSI

Saida is the co-founder of Anointed Community Services, Inc., and is the daughter of an Army veteran with 13+ years experience in Finance and Accounting in the medical field. Saida has a love for people and especially the elderly. She is sensitive to the elderly and hurting people in general.

Alvin JnBaptiste

Board Chairman, ACSI

Alvin is an honorable U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years as a Federal Manager in Aviation Operations. As manager, Alvin manages people, projects, and budgets. His responsibilities are decision-maker and executing policies related to the operations. His duties require supervising employees, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring security and maintenance standards meet federal policies and requirements. Alvin establishes cultural norms and high morale within the work environment. He served on a variety of nonprofit boards and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working with disproportionate individuals in the U.S. and abroad, to include ex-offenders and homeless residents. He contributes to charitable organization such as In My Back Yard and the Federal Employee Educational & Assistance Fund, etc.…

Cacey Mitchell

Vice Board Chair, ACSI

Cacey is a seasoned network engineer and manager with over 10 years of experience. As a proud son of a Vietnam War veteran, Cacey brings a strong sense of duty and commitment to serving his community as a nonprofit board member. He is dedicated to using his technical expertise to make a positive impact in the world and supports the mission of the Anointed Community Service International through his board membership as Vice Chair.

Marcia Holder

Board Member, ACSI

Marcia is a highly experienced bookkeeper, financial assistant and office manager with a community mindset.  She is an accountant who has many years of experience serving people in her community.  She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 20+ years experience.  She works closely with the Chief Executive Office of CMCG, Inc. to ensure the financial stability of the company. She also provides accountant oversight  for C.I. Holder Ministries in Minneola, Florida.  Marcia is an ethical, compassionate, dedicated and committed mother of 4 girls and has a heart of gold.

Raynette Mitchell

Board Member, ACSI

Raynette has 20+ years at Emory Healthcare Clinic in Atlanta, Georgia. She is the daughter of an Army veteran and an entrepreneur with a variety of talents. Raynette is the founder and President of Diva Brella LLC, the Vice President of Jus Blues Music Foundation in Atlanta, Georgia and continuously gives back to her community by providing scholarships to young people who show an interest in the Arts.

Sonya Peterkin

Attorney | Board Member, ACSI

Sonya is a Florida licensed attorney and the founding attorney of the Law Office of S.A. Peterkin. Her passion for immigration law originates from her experience as a child of two immigrant parents, and being raised in a largely immigrant community. Due to her Caribbean roots and experiences, Attorney Peterkin personally relates to immigrants and their families. As a Certified Domestic Violence Advocate, she has worked with many domestic violence victims in Central Florida. She also provides legal services and volunteers to assist the homeless and disabled residents of Clermont, Florida.

Meet Our
Anointed Staff

  • Sandra Lee
    Office Coordinator

  • Tiffany Compton
    Administrative Assistant

  • Valentina Cepeda
    W.I.N. Director

  • Karen Rivera
    Bilingual Program Support Specialist

  • Sylvia Whack
    Growing Early Minds (G.E.M.) Teacher

  • Danielle Gray
    Growing Early Minds (G.E.M.) Assistant Teacher

  • Paul Kroll
    Transportation Specialist