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We are pleased to introduce the Board of Directors for Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope, a dedicated group of individuals who bring a wealth of expertise and passion to our mission of serving homeless Veterans and those in need. Each member of our board shares a commitment to empowering lives through transitional housing, mental health support, and financial literacy training. Their diverse backgrounds in nonprofit management, Veteran advocacy, finance, and social services provide the strategic guidance needed to expand our reach and impact. Together, we are steadfast in our shared vision to foster hope and healing across the communities we serve.
Dr. Pamala Brown
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Dr. Pamala L. Brown, EdD, Lt Col (USAF, Ret.), is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope (H-4), where she leads efforts to provide housing, resources, and supportive services to Veterans, individuals, and families facing homelessness throughout Virginia and beyond. A visionary leader, retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, ordained minister, behavioral health consultant, and real estate professional, Dr. Brown brings more than 20 years of military leadership, operational management, and community service experience to her work.
During her Air Force career, Dr. Brown served in key leadership roles in medical readiness and healthcare administration, supporting healthcare policy impacting 43,000 personnel and 2.6 million beneficiaries worldwide. She deployed as the first Air Force Medical Planner assigned to the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force at Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, and later led the Air Force’s busiest aeromedical evacuation squadron, overseeing more than 240 missions and the evacuation of approximately 1,500 patients. She concluded her military service as a Joint Medical and Sustainment Observer/Trainer with the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Her military honors include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, and NATO Medal. She also earned recognition as the 2010 Health Plans Management Officer of the Year for Air Force Special OperationsCommand.
Dr. Brown earned a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Christian Ministry from Grand Canyon University. In addition to leading H-4, she is the Founder
of Henry’s Hope LLC, where she serves as a Behavioral Health Consultant and Mental Health Coach, helping churches and community leaders strengthen mental-health support systems and
referral pathways.
Today, Dr. Brown continues her mission to revitalize communities, restore families, and reignite hope through service, faith, housing advocacy, and transformational leadership. She and her husband, Maurice Tillman, reside in Suffolk, Virginia.
Maurice Tillman
Finance Advisor
Maurice Tillman serves as Finance Advisor for Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope (H-4), where he provides financial guidance, operational support, and strategic insight to support the
organization’s mission of serving Veterans, individuals, and families facing homelessness throughout Virginia and beyond. With professional experience spanning business, finance, education, real estate, and ministry, Maurice brings strong leadership, analytical, and relationship-building skills to the organization.
Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Maurice was raised in a Christian home where he developed strong Christian values and a biblical worldview that continue to guide his leadership, service, and commitment to helping others. He currently serves as an Elementary Math Instructor with Dojo Tutor, helping students build confidence and strengthen foundational math and problem solving skills through individualized instruction.
Maurice is also the co-founder of PMT Kingdom Investments LLC, a real estate investment company he operates alongside his wife, Dr. Pamala Brown, in Suffolk, Virginia. In addition, he serves as a licensed real estate agent with Swell Realty, helping individuals and families achieve homeownership goals while supporting community development initiatives.
His professional background includes experience in management, sales, customer relations, and financial services through positions with Walgreens, Aronson Furniture, and TCF Bank. Maurice earned a Bachelor of Arts in Management Information Systems from Chicago State University and a Master of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing from Bellevue University. He was also accepted to Moody Bible Institute, where he plans to pursue graduate studies in Biblical Studies.
A servant leader at heart, Maurice has faithfully served in ministry through Bible study leadership, youth mentorship, outreach to the homeless, and community service initiatives. He currently leads a weekly virtual Bible study for youth ages 13 to 18, providing mentorship and biblical teaching to the next generation. Maurice continues to pursue excellence in business, education, and ministry with a steadfast commitment to faith, family, and service. He and his wife, Dr. Pamala Brown, reside in Suffolk, Virginia.
Dorothy Leverette
Secretary
Dorothy Leverette serves as Secretary for Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope (H-4), where she provides essential administrative and recordkeeping support that strengthens organizational structure, communication, and operational efficiency. She is responsible for maintaining official documents, preparing meeting minutes, and ensuring accurate documentation that supports transparency and accountability. She brings over three decades of professional experience in customer service, healthcare administration, claims processing, and data analysis, with a strong background in accuracy,
compliance, and organizational discipline. Her career includes roles with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia (Anthem), and Affiliated Computer Services, where she managed complex medical claims, resolved member inquiries, maintained data integrity, and supported healthcare operations with precision and efficiency.
Dorothy also previously worked as a Sales Associate with Walmart, where she provided customer service, supported store operations, and ensured adherence to organizational standards. She is now retired from this role.
Her educational and technical background includes studies in Business Administration at Davenport University along with training in medical terminology, CPT-4 and ICD-9 coding, and proficiency in standard computer and office systems. Dorothy’s extensive experience in healthcare systems and administrative operations makes her a vital asset to H-4. In her role as Secretary, she ensures strong organizational support through accurate documentation, clear communication, and dependable administrative coordination in service of the organization’s mission to support Veterans, individuals, and families experiencing homelessness throughout Virginia and beyond.
Maria Deibert
Treasurer
Maria Deibert serves as Treasurer for Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope (H-4), where she oversees financial stewardship, budgeting, and fiscal accountability to support the organization’s mission of serving Veterans, individuals, and families facing homelessness throughout Virginia and beyond. With a strong foundation in financial discipline, military service, and veteran advocacy, Maria ensures that resources are managed responsibly and aligned with the organization’s long-term impact goals.
Raised in Cincinnati alongside three siblings in a hardworking household, Maria learned early the realities of financial strain and instability. Experiencing frequent moves and limited resources
shaped her resolve to pursue financial stability and long-term security. Determined to break the cycle of scarcity, she enlisted in the United States Navy, beginning a 30-year military career that
would transform her life and leadership capacity. Over the course of her naval service, Maria rose to the rank of Senior Chief, earning multiple honors including the Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, and Navy Good Conduct Medal, among others. Her military career instilled in her a deep sense of discipline,
accountability, and service—qualities that now guide her financial leadership and commitment to helping others achieve stability.
Following her retirement from the Navy, Maria recognized a critical need among transitioning service members: a lack of preparation for long-term financial health and sustainability. Drawing from both her lived experience and professional expertise, she dedicated herself to financial education and veteran empowerment, helping others build stability, security, and generational financial awareness.
Today, Maria specializes in financial education, budgeting strategies, and planning solutions designed to support Veterans, military families, and veteran-owned small businesses. She leads financial literacy efforts and workshops focused on budgeting, benefits planning, and long-term financial growth, equipping clients with tools to make informed and confident financial decisions.
As Treasurer of H-4, Maria brings a mission-driven approach to financial oversight, ensuring
integrity, transparency, and strategic stewardship in support of the organization’s humanitarian work. Her life’s work is grounded in service, education, and empowerment—helping others achieve financial peace of mind and long-term stability with honor, discipline, and care.
Robert Venable
Chief Program Officer & Chaplain
Robert Venable serves as Chief Program Officer and Chaplain for Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope (H-4), where he provides spiritual leadership, program oversight, and mission guidance to support the organization’s work serving Veterans, individuals, and families experiencing homelessness throughout Virginia and beyond. In this dual role, he helps ensure that program delivery is grounded in compassion, accountability, and service, while also providing pastoral care and spiritual support to staff, volunteers, and those served by the organization.
Robert brings a lifetime of public service spanning both military and federal civilian careers. He served six years combined in the United States Army and National Guard, where he was assigned to the 1st Aviation Unit at Fort Riley, Kansas. His military service includes participation in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, as well as deployment to Afghanistan, where he supported mission-critical operations in demanding environments.
Following his military service, Robert dedicated 35 years to the U.S. Department of Defense as a civilian employee, supporting aviation maintenance and structural operations. During this time, he earned the Civil Service Achievement Award in recognition of his exceptional performance, professionalism, and commitment to mission success.
Robert’s career reflects a strong foundation of technical expertise, leadership, and disciplined service, combined with a lifelong commitment to faith and ministry. As Chaplain, he provides
spiritual guidance and encouragement, helping to foster resilience, unity, and purpose within the organization and the communities it serves.
Robert Venable is married to Loretta Venable, and together they have two adult children and two grandchildren. They reside in Lanexa, Virginia.
Loretta Venable
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Loretta Venable serves as Chief Operating Officer of Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope (H-4), where she leads the coordination and management of organizational operations, program delivery, and community engagement initiatives that advance the mission of serving Veterans, individuals, and families experiencing homelessness throughout Virginia and beyond. Known for her strong organizational abilities, dependability, and heart for service, Loretta plays a vital role in ensuring the organization operates with structure, efficiency, and compassion.
In her leadership role, Loretta oversees program development and implementation, ensuring all initiatives remain aligned with the organization’s mission and effectively address the needs of the communities served. She leads community engagement efforts by developing and
maintaining partnerships with local organizations, coordinating volunteer participation, and expanding outreach and public awareness. She also contributes to strategic planning, monitors program performance, and supports accountability and operational effectiveness across all service areas. Loretta brings a solid foundation of professional experience in customer service and healthcare administration. As a former Sales Clerk, she developed essential skills in communication, problem-solving, and client relations while managing daily operations, supporting inventory accuracy, and ensuring quality customer experiences. These skills continue to support her ability to manage logistics, engage stakeholders, and coordinate programs effectively.
She also served as an Administrative Assistant in a hospital setting, where she supported senior
leadership with scheduling, correspondence, records management, and operational coordination.
During this time, she played an instrumental role in developing and organizing hospital
compliance manuals, reflecting her attention to detail, process management skills, and
commitment to efficiency and excellence.
In addition to her professional background, Loretta brings nearly four decades of leadership
experience as the Chief Household Operations Executive for the Venable family, where she
managed complex household systems including scheduling, financial organization, planning, and
day-to-day operations. This long-standing responsibility reflects her resilience, adaptability, and
consistent ability to manage multiple priorities with excellence.
Loretta Venable is married to Robert Venable, and together they have two adult children and two
grandchildren. They reside in Lanexa, Virginia.
Loretta Venable’s combination of operational expertise, administrative experience, and unwavering dedication to service makes her an essential leader within Henry IV Helping Hands of Hope. Through her role as COO, she continues to strengthen internal systems, enhance program delivery, and expand the organization’s impact in the communities it serves.