About Odyssey
At Odyssey International Productions (Odyssey IP), we believe in the power of community, the strength of purpose, and the lasting impact of service. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our mission goes beyond events — we ignite movements. Since our founding, we’ve been committed to building stronger communities, uplifting underserved neighborhoods, and nurturing economic empowerment through inspiring events, transformative seminars, and meaningful fundraisers.
Our passion lies in partnering with grassroots organizations to shine a light on pressing local issues and plant seeds of positive change. Every initiative we launch is guided by a deep understanding of the needs within our communities — and a relentless drive to serve with excellence, heart, and vision.
Odyssey IP isn’t just an organization; it’s a catalyst for hope, resilience, and opportunity. Together, we create spaces where voices are heard, lives are touched, and futures are shaped.
Our passion lies in partnering with grassroots organizations to shine a light on pressing local issues and plant seeds of positive change. Every initiative we launch is guided by a deep understanding of the needs within our communities — and a relentless drive to serve with excellence, heart, and vision.
Odyssey IP isn’t just an organization; it’s a catalyst for hope, resilience, and opportunity. Together, we create spaces where voices are heard, lives are touched, and futures are shaped.
Objectives
1. Empower Communities
Strengthen neighborhoods and local economies through impactful, educational, and uplifting events, seminars, and fundraisers.
3. Enhance Quality of Life
2. Honor the Unsung Heroes
Recognize and celebrate the dedication of community servants, business professionals, clergy, and public leaders who work tirelessly to advance our society.
3. Enhance Quality of Life
Create pathways to improve daily life for families in our service areas—promoting equity, well-being, and opportunity for all.
4. Raise Awareness
Amplify the unique role Odyssey IP plays in shaping, supporting, and empowering communities across our region
5. Inspire Giving
Implement donation initiatives to collect and distribute books, coats, non-perishable food, toys, and school supplies for children and families in need.
6. Build Strategic Partnerships
Identify and collaborate with mission-aligned organizations to co-create outreach events and educational seminars that expand our collective impact.
Professional Team
Persia Oliver
CFOM. Persia Oliver is an entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in starting, managing and growing businesses. READ MORE
Stephanie Forbes Brown
President Stephanie was born In Norfolk, Virginia and raised in New Jersey. READ MORE
Monet Lee
TreasurerExpert at leveraging first-rate organizational and leadership skills in coordinating press conferences, marketing promotions, READ MORE
Marcella Lewis
SecretaryAdvisory Board
Robert Taylor, ESQ.
Advisor Mr. Taylor has practiced law in New Jersey for over 30 years, and is currently the owner/manager of the Law Offices of Robert Taylor.. READ MORE
Vesta Godwin Clark
Advisor Vesta Godwin Clark is the Executive Director of St. James Social Service Corporation (SJSSC) located in Newark, New Jersey. READ MORE
Abbi Yeboah
AdvisorMs. Yeboah is an expert at conceptualizing and designing projects, providing content and copy for marketing, READ MORE
Christina Amyot
AdvisorMs. Amyot is the President and CEO of EnformHR, LLC, a human resources consulting firm based out of Tinton Falls, New Jersey. READ MORE


