Our Team
Marlene Cox
Marlene Cox is a dynamic leader, entrepreneur, and advocate with a proven track record of driving innovation across business, media, and community initiatives. As CEO and President of MAIA Management Group, she leads strategic growth while fostering a culture of excellence and impact.
She also serves as Executive Editor of Fresh Forward Magazine and Assistant Producer of The Marlene Cox Show, using media as a platform to inspire, inform, and elevate diverse voices. Beyond her professional work, Marlene is deeply committed to youth advocacy, leading mentorship and empowerment initiatives in collaboration with local and global organizations.
Her leadership, global perspective, and dedication to community development continue to shape industries and empower the next generation.
Our Team
Valencia Courtney, MS
Valencia is the Educational Director at MAIA Models, where she leads training and development for emerging talent. She also supports partnership and licensee development for Fashion Infusion, helping expand brand reach and industry connections.
In addition to her leadership roles, Valencia is a professional model and Co-Host of The Marlene Cox Show, where she brings insight, presence, and a dynamic voice to conversations in fashion, media, and culture.
Educational Director and Professional Model
Chamika Archie
Chamika Archia is the Social Media Director, leading digital strategy and content development to elevate brand visibility and audience engagement. She oversees platform growth, storytelling, and online presence, ensuring the organization’s voice remains impactful, consistent, and aligned with its mission.
Social media Director 
Janet Morrissey is a seasoned executive and business strategist with over four decades of experience across C-suite leadership, consulting, and the fashion and modeling industries. With deep expertise in regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and enterprise systems, she brings a rare combination of technical precision and creative industry insight.
Her leadership spans roles in global consulting firms and executive positions, and she continues to shape industry growth through her work with MAIA Management Group and Fashion Infusion. Janet is also a dedicated advocate and mentor, committed to empowering communities and developing future leaders.
Business Development DirectorJanet Lorene Morrissey
Maureen Turner has over 30 years of experience in compliance, negotiation, and acquisition across government and civilian sectors. She is also a dedicated community mentor and contributor to MAIA’s model training program.
Partnership and Licensing Director, Modeling CoachMaureen Turner, MS
Dr. Jehnae J. Linkins
IT Director and Professional ModelDr. Jehnae Jasmine Linkins is a visionary leader and strategist driving innovation at the intersection of leadership development, digital experience, and fashion. Through her work with Fashion Infusion, she leads the development of the pageant platform, shapes leadership programming, and oversees digital strategy to ensure a bold and impactful brand presence.
With a foundation in engineering and a passion for empowering others, she creates structured, high-impact experiences that elevate talent, build confidence, and expand opportunities for the next generation of leaders.
Mia Collins
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Events and Promotion Director
Youth Liason, Production, and Professional ModelDarnell Prather
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