Meet The Board
Meet the individuals responsible for overseeing and guiding the organization.
Tonya Whitlock, President
Tonya has raised 5 children. Her son Tres, a young man with cerebral palsy, is the inspiration behind The Hive nonprofit.
Speaker at Gather Conference August 2023, Legacy Conference October 2022, She Did Conference July 2019. Dedicated RN with over 23 years of clinical experience in the areas of Medicare Adjudicated Law Judge hearings, Medicare Appeals, Utilization Review for Medicare, Case Management, Disease Management, Women’s Health, Clinical Research and Community Health.
Tonya can be reached at tonya@theinclusivehive.org.
Tiffany Pervis, Vice-President
Tiffany Pervis serves as the Hive Inclusive Community’s Vice President and Political Liaison. Tiffany has Cerebral Palsy, is legally blind, and has a myriad of other health conditions. While still in high school, she earned an Associate of Arts degree. She then earned two Bachelor’s degrees from Florida State University – one in International Affair and another in Sociology. Since her graduation, Tiffany has worked on numerous political campaigns at the local and state level. In her spare time, she enjoys creating art and learning Russian.”
Tiffanycan be reached at tiffany@theinclusivehive.com.
Melissa Baudin, Treasurer
MelissaSue Baudin is a native of Florida and has lived in the Tampa area since 2001. She has worked in the Accouting and Finance Field since graduating from University of South Florida in 2004. Within the last 6 years she has worked for 2 separate non-profit organizations that have serviced the disenfranchised community on a local and national scale. She finds joy in knowing that she works in enhancing the lives of those that often times get ignored. As a mother of a child who was diagnosed as Developmentally and Intellectually delayed she has spent countless hours researching and volunteering with organizations whose goal is to enrich the lives of those who are Neurodiverse with having a plan for the future. Through this research her relationship with The Hive Inclusive was established. Being able to help an organization that was created to help ease the worries that she and so many other parents in the disability community have has been a joy and a motivator to help make the world a more inclusive place.
Melissa leads our grant team and can be reached at melissa@theinclusivehive.com.
Dr. Trisha George, Secretary
With over twenty years of experience, Trisha has developed a strong background in supply chain management, business development, customer relationships, and sales strategies. Since 2014, she has successfully run her own company, driving growth and innovation while navigating complex industry challenges. Extensive experience in these fields has honed her ability to develop effective strategies that foster business growth and build strong client relationships. Trisha recently graduated with her doctorate degree in International Business.
Trisha can be reached at trisha@theinclusivehive.com.
Luke Allen, Board Member
As the Hive Land Chair, Luke Allen brings a wealth of leadership and strategic planning experience, honed over 20 years of service in the USAF as a pilot, retiring as a Lt Col. Now a Tampa-based real estate agent, he leverages his expertise in land acquisitions, team management, and project oversight to guide the Hive’s land initiatives toward sustainable and impactful outcomes. A devoted husband to Kristina and father of three, Luke is also actively involved in his local community, working to create positive change both professionally and personally.
Luke leads our land team and can be reached at luke@theinclusivehive.com.
Jeanne DeVita, Board Member
Jeanne DeVita is originally from Long Island, NY and received her BBA in Management Science from the University of Georgia. After college, she worked in Atlanta as a systems analyst for BellSouth programming inhouse computers and IBM mainframes. While working, she earned her MBA from Georgia State University. After getting married to her husband Chris, Jeanne moved to Tampa. In Tampa, she continued working as a systems analyst for Utility Partners and began volunteering with the Centre for Women. Upon the birth of her first children, twins Anne Marie and Peter, she transitioned into her role as a homemaker. Two years later, she had her second daughter, Theresa. Jeanne has continued to volunteer through various organizations, through her church, her children’s PTAs and extracurriculars. Jeanne now devotes a majority of her philanthropic efforts toward The Hive. Outside of her work, Jeanne enjoys baking, crafts, traveling, sailing with her family and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs!
Jeanne leads our fundraising team and can be contacted at jeanne@theinclusivehive.com.
Jason Hahr, Board Member
Jason Hahr is 38 years old and lives in Ocala, FL. He earned a Master’s in Education and a dual bachelor’s in history and theater from Pennwest at Edinboro. He was born with Cerebral Palsy and has been a passionate advocate for people with disabilities his entire life. In 2013, after being wrongfully denied the opportunity to complete student teaching by his school, he began a blog entitled The Voiceless Minority. Eleven years later, the blog has transformed into a powerful voice for not only those with developmental disabilities but all disabilities. He believes the disability community is often an underserved and underappreciated segment of society that is frequently taken advantage of. He joined the board of The Inclusive Hive because he believes that for people with disabilities to occupy an equal place in society, they must make gains in several areas and that inclusive housing is an essential piece of a multi-piece puzzle that can lead to overall independence and personal growth.
Before joining the board, another way Jason advocated for people with disabilities was in the political arena. He has not run for office, but he believes that everyone, regardless of ability or inability, has a voice and has the right to be heard. Along with his colleagues, Debra Deitz from Disability Independence Group and Tony DePalma of Disability Rights Florida founded the Florida chapter of the national movement known as Rev Up, which stands for Register, Educate, Vote, Use Your Power. The American Association of People with Disabilities started the Rev Up movement. The Florida chapter was founded in 2018. That summer, they began meeting with other stakeholders because many in Florida’s disability community thought the election process was not designed to include people with disabilities.
Jason stepped away from the organization in 2022 not because his passion for people with disabilities had changed. Rather, he felt that the organization was at the point where it could be self-sustainable. In 2022, he became a Florida SAND Fellow. He continued to advocate on behalf of people with disabilities. In 2024, his Fellowship with FL SAND ended. He continues to fight for equality for all people with disabilities and underprivileged groups by regularly posting on his blog and engaging in community outreach and other forms of advocacy. He serves as the principal blogger for The Hive’s website and strives to expand the organization outreach whenever possible.
Jason can be reached at jason@theinclusivehive.com.
Catrina Harr, Board Member
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Catrina Harr served the US Army for 21 years in
incremental positions of increased leadership and authority. Her
responsibilities included:
* Special Operations Command (U.S. & Central): Casualty Operations
Lead which provided care for over 15,000 Servicemen and Women and
their Families.
* 95 th Civil Affairs Brigade: Sought after by Senior Commanders to
provide care and counsel to their senior level personnel in areas of
reunification and reintroduction in the workplace and within their home.
* 4 th Brigade Combat Team, 82 nd Airborne Division: Identified a team of
300+ military professionals that provided Disaster Relief and support to
weather battered areas and managed the logistics to ensure a successful operation; team included medical doctors, veterinarians,
therapists, dentists, military police, and general support.
Chief’s awards and decorations include but are not limited to: The Legion
of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal,
Meritorious Service Medal (3OLC), Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary
Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, NCO Professional Development
Ribbon, and the Basic Parachutist Badge
Catrina is also an inductee into The Sergeant Audie Murphy Club.
Upon retirement- Chief Harr was selected as an Army Instructor for
Hillsborough and subsequently Brandon High School. As the Senior Army
Instructor, she fostered the love for community service, team building,
school pride and self-respect for students, parents, and community leaders.
This catapulted Catrina into her life’s passion – mental health.
Catrina earned a Master of Science Professional Counseling degree from
Southeastern University. Currently, she provides comprehensive services
to First Responders, Veterans, and their Family Members; equipping them
with the tools and resources to serve, and lead with integrity, passion, and
clarity of purpose.
Catrina and her husband Todd have been married for over 20 years and
together (blended) they have 5 children and 2 grandchildren.
Catrina can be reached at catrina@theinclusivehive.com.
Samantha Lebron, Board Member
Samantha, a self-advocate and athlete with cerebral palsy, devotes her time to advocating for others with disabilities by making meaningful connections with nonprofit organizations in Florida that foster this community’s independence. As an ambassador and spokesperson for ABLE United, she shares the
importance of the ABLE Act and the purpose of ABLE Accounts. She also works as a certified Work Incentives Practitioner in her current role at CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas as a Disability Program Navigator. She assists those with disabilities in finding and retaining employment while maintaining their
federal benefits. Her advocacy efforts include being Ms. Wheelchair Florida 2020 and 2021, a Florida Partners in Policy graduate, Project SALT graduate, LEND trainee at the University of Miami Mailman Center, Florida SAND Fellow, a member of the Joint Mayor’s Alliance of Tampa and a member of the Hillsborough Interagency Networking Council for students; additionally, she is a board member for both Self-Reliance, her local Center for Independent Living and The Inclusive Hive. In her spare time, she participates in adaptive sports and creates videos about disability-related resources that she posts on various social media platforms.
Samantha can be reached at samantha@theinclusivehive.com.
Kim Mormon, Board Member
Kim Morman is a proud Tampa resident of 30 years, deeply rooted in the vibrant community she calls home. As the wife of a retired United States Air Force officer, she understands the values of service and commitment, which she instills in her family. Kim is the devoted mother of two daughters who excelled as collegiate soccer players, a testament to her support and encouragement in their athletic pursuits.
Beyond her family life, Kim is a dedicated community advocate, actively serving on various nonprofit boards. Her passion for making a difference shines through her tireless efforts to improve the lives of those around her. Whether it’s through organizing events or volunteering her time, Kim is committed to fostering a strong sense of community in Tampa. Her blend of family values, advocacy, and local engagement makes her a cherished member of the Tampa Bay area.