2025-Oct. Spotlight: Robert Reffell

Introducing Robert O. Reffell, CEO/Founder of Fajih's catering, a renowned catering service in the Washington DC Metropolitan region. Originally from Sierra Leone, Mr. Reffell pursued his education at the Sierra Leone Grammar School before immigrating to the United

States in the early 2000s.

With a solid educational background including a Bachelor's of Arts in Marketing and a Master's of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus, Mr. Reffell currently serves as the Executive Director at Atlas Senior Living. In this role, he adeptly manages the daily operations of one of the largest senior living facilities in Northern Virginia.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Mr. Reffell enjoys watching soccer and cherishing moments with his family, showcasing a well-rounded approach to both work and life.

2025-Sept. Spotlight: Duke Allen

Mr. Duke Allen has a solid background in administration, where he has demonstrated exceptional organizational and analytical skills specifically in problem-solving. He is recognized for his excellent customer service and communication skills, along with effective public and interpersonal relations.

His educational background includes attendance at Sierra Leone Grammar School and obtaining a Certificate from the British Society of Commerce. He pursued higher education in accounting and business administration at the University of Potomac in Washington DC, complemented by various courses in MS Office Integration, Accounting Management, and Operations Management.

Duke currently holds the position of Senior Coordinator in Information Operations at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Additionally, he serves as the Treasurer for both the Sierra Leone Grammar School Alumni Association of North America (SLGSAANA) and The Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. His professional goal is to continue helping others in various meaningful ways.

2025-August Spotlight: Cecil Williams

Cecil Williams, a Financial Accountability Coach, Investor, and Educator, empowers working professionals and couples to manage their finances and embark on investment journeys with clarity and confidence, free from complex terminology and uncertainty.

As the visionary behind Cimifly Money, Cecil offers coaching, tools, and accessible investing resources tailored to individual wealth-building objectives.

With a diverse background encompassing technical recruitment, healthcare informatics, and entrepreneurship through his clothing line Royal Dynamite, Cecil brings a unique blend of creativity and community impact to his financial coaching endeavors.

Educated at Sierra Leone Grammar School and Marina International School in The Gambia, Cecil holds a bachelor’s in business management with a specialization in Management Information Systems from California State University, Long Beach.

Recognizing the gap in financial literacy among accomplished professionals, Cecil transitioned from aiding peers behind the scenes to openly sharing his expertise. Driven by a passion for personal finance, he is now poised to illuminate the path to financial freedom for a broader audience.