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The Orchard Foundation Staff

	Marjorie Taylor Dr. Taylor is the Executive Director for The Orchard Foundation. She has more than 25 years of experience in the field of education, with the last 20 being in adult education, continuing education and workforce development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Master of Education in Mathematics and a Doctor of Education from Delta State University in Cleveland, Miss. Prior to joining The Orchard Foundation, Dr. Taylor served as dean of the Louisiana Board of Regents Learning Center for Rapides Parish where she was responsible for directing operations of the facility and coordinating academic programs for more than 12 partner colleges and universities.
	Patricia Starling Mrs. Starling is the Program Manager for The Orchard Foundation. She is primarily responsible for ensuring programmatic activities of The Orchard Foundation are developed and implemented as designed. She holds an undergraduate degree in Computer Information Systems with an emphasis in Marketing from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, La. She taught computer education to children in grades 1-12 as well as to adults. In addition, she spent many years in marketing and public relations in the Cenla area. Most recently, she held the position of Community Engagement Coordinator for Community Development Works, a program of The Rapides Foundation.
	Flora Keys Senior Administrative Assistant