Rev. Dr. Derrill Antonio Blue, a native of Broadway, North Carolina, is the son of Jerry and Gail Quick. After graduating Lee Senior High School (class of 2001), Dr. Blue earned his undergraduate degrees in Business Management from North Carolina A&T State University and Organizational Leadership from the University of Memphis. He went on to receive his Master of Divinity from Saint Paul School of Theology in Oklahoma City and, in 2024, earned his Doctor of Ministry in Transformational Leadership from Boston University.

Dr. Blue preached his initial sermon on June 9, 2002, and began his pastoral career at the age of 23. Over the years, he has faithfully served multiple A.M.E. Zion congregations across North Carolina, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Connecticut. In December 2017, he was appointed Pastor of Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in Rochester, NY, and, in July 2018, became the Presiding Elder of the Rochester-Syracuse District.

In addition to his pastoral duties, Dr. Blue brings a wealth of experience from the banking sector and higher education, specializing in assessment and accreditation. He serves as a Cultural Ambassador to the Yale Clinical Research Program and is an adjunct professor at Northeastern Seminary.

D’Anna Holmes is a mission-driven senior leader in patient advocacy with over 15 years of experience advancing data-driven, evidence-based strategies to elevate the patient voice across healthcare and life sciences. Her passion for patient engagement was born from her personal journey as a caregiver to her son, a Stage 3 liver cancer survivor — an experience that inspired her to pursue a career dedicated to transforming lives through more compassionate, inclusive, and effective care.

Currently serving as the Associate Director of Patient Partnerships at Astellas Pharma US, D’Anna leads global patient engagement efforts, directs multi-million-dollar resource allocations, and drives initiatives that amplify underserved voices in clinical research and care delivery. Her career includes impactful roles at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Health, and SONIFI Health Solutions, where she has consistently championed patient-centered innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and measurable outcomes. A sought-after advisor and speaker, D’Anna brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, health equity, and social impact to every initiative she leads.

Rev. Scott C. Moore is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Judah Temple A.M.E. Zion Church in Mitchellville, Maryland. With his loving wife, Sharon, and sons Cameron and Dimitri by his side, Pastor Moore dedicates his life to spreading the Good News through his congregation, community, and worldwide ministries.

He is one of four boys raised by a single mother in Mount Vernon, NY where he graduated with honors in the top ten of his high school class. He earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Hofstra University. After getting married, Pastor Moore moved with his wife Sharon to Washington D.C. In 1994, he immersed himself in the ministry of the A.M.E. Zion Church. By 1995, he was ordained a Deacon by Bishop Milton Williams. After three years of dedicated service, Pastor Moore was ordained an elder on May 24, 1997.

In 1996, he founded the brand-new Judah Temple church. The first service at this house of worship was held in August 1996 with as many as 550 people in attendance. By the end of the year, 120 people became active members. Membership continued to grow until a new space was necessary. The church bought a 23-acre piece of land to build a campus known as the “Land of Judah.” By July 2004, the sanctuary was completed, and the first service was held here on March 12, 2006.

Pastor Moore serves as the International Director of the Men of Zion, which is The Men’s Ministry of the A.M.E. Zion Church. He also serves as the Presiding Elder of the churches in Barbados and St. Vincent.

Pastor Moore continues to impact lives in more than 50 ministries, workshops, and conferences. He travels and preaches extensively through North America, Europe, and South Africa. He has created and expanded a support network for men to learn to become better Christians, husbands, fathers, and workers. He has worked extensively with young adults in Christian ministries, led leadership training groups for Pastors, and founded a prison and praise ministry for rehabilitating felons.

Elizabeth “Liz” Leff is the Patient Advocacy Lead (Americas) at Telix. Responsible for driving patient-centric initiatives across the region, Liz brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as a patient advocate. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and Political Science from the University of Denver, where she developed a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape and a passion for empowering patients.

Her past experience includes working as a Manager of Business Technology at Pfizer, a Director at Sofia Bio and August Research, and a Corporate Relations Director at the National Kidney Foundation. Liz’s expertise and dedication have made her a valuable asset to the Telix team, as they work to improve outcomes for individuals and communities.

Mr. Keith Parker leads the Men’s Ministry at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Fort Washington, Maryland. This ministry offers opportunities for men to develop their faith and discipleship using prayer, fellowship, bible study, and service. The mission of the Men’s Ministry is to love God, love one’s neighbors, and serve mankind. The ministry seeks to evolve spiritual growth and bonding between men to encourage members to become strong, confident role models and spiritual leaders.

Mr. Parker attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Texas A&M University. His prior work experience includes serving as a Senior Project/Program Manager from 2010 to 2012 and as a Former Managing Consultant at Stafford Consulting Company from 2012 to 2013. He was also a Service Delivery Executive for Seventh Sense Consulting, LLC.

Mr. Parker and the Ebenezer A.M.E. Church’s Men’s Ministry partnered with the Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) on June 14, 2025, to host the Prostate Cancer Community Rally in the DMV area (Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia). More than 130 men attended this event, and 64 men received a free prostate cancer screening PSA test.