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On this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Damon L. Williams, Jr. ‘01, a nationally recognized facilitator, speaker, and innovator for change. With over 20 years of cross-sector leadership across higher education, corporate, and nonprofit spaces, Damon is known for bringing people together, turning big ideas into action, and driving meaningful, lasting impact.

Throughout his career, Damon has led transformative work focused on building inclusive talent pipelines, strengthening organizational culture, and advancing equity through research, partnerships, and practice. His leadership spans roles such as Associate Vice President and Chief of Staff for Community Relations at the University of Kentucky and inaugural Associate Dean at Northwestern University for Graduate Education, where he helped create pathways for belonging, economic opportunity, and community impact.

He has also led nationally recognized diversity and inclusion initiatives at Emory University, Northwestern University, and Xavier University of Louisiana, along with earlier experience across finance, pharmaceutical, and telecommunications industries.

A proud graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana, Damon holds a B.S. in Psychology, along with advanced degrees from Tulane University and Fontbonne University, and executive education credentials from Cornell, Northwestern, and Emory University. He is currently pursuing his doctorate in Leadership and Innovation at New York University and is also an alumnus of Harvard University’s Institute for Management and Leadership in Education.

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On this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Dr. Natasha Fievre ‘98, a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and the Director of Outpatient Women’s Health Services at The Brooklyn Hospital Center. In addition to providing patient care, she also mentors residents in the hospital’s OB-GYN residency program.

Dr. Fievre earned her medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at The Brooklyn Hospital Center, where she served as Chief Resident. A Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, she has also contributed to the field through medical publications.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Fievre is passionate about community service, hosting community baby showers and participating in medical missions that provide free obstetrical and gynecological care. Trilingual in Creole, French, and English, she is committed to expanding access to women’s health care and serving diverse communities.

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On this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Okyeame Haley ‘95, a proud Xavier University of Louisiana alumnus. An attorney whose career reflects a deep commitment to service, justice, and mentorship. With more than two decades of experience in the legal field, Okyeame has built a career grounded in advocacy, integrity, and community impact.

A New Orleans native, Okyeame earned his undergraduate degree from Xavier before going on to receive his Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law and an LL.M. in Taxation from Washington University School of Law. He has practiced law in Louisiana focusing on tax and business matters and has served in roles that support judicial integrity and civic responsibility. From 2010-2013, he served as Director of Planned Giving and faculty in the Division of Business at Xavier, where he merged his legal expertise with mentorship and institutional leadership.

Okyeame’s passion for empowering others and honoring Xavier’s mission shines through as he reflects on the role education plays in shaping purpose-driven leaders. His story embodies the Xavier tradition—using knowledge, faith, and service to create lasting change and uplift communities.

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