Gerald Joseph President / Haitian Contact

Gerald and his wife Linive live in Pignon, a town in Haiti’s North Department.  Gerald grew up in Pignon, but lived in Port Au Prince for 13 years while pursuing his education.  After finishing school he returned to Pignon in order to serve his hometown.  He is currently one of the principals at College De La Grace, the school where he was once a student, and oversees two other schools in the countryside.  Gerald is one of the leaders and founding members of a group called Top Plus. This group oversees Expedition Ayiti.  Gerald and Linive are expecting their first child in May of 2013.

Austin Taylor Hike Leader / US Contact

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Gavley Gebier Translator / Guide

Gavely grew up in Ran, a small community in the Central Plateau of Haiti.  When he was twelve years old he moved to the capital of the Central Department, Hinche, to get a better education.  He still lives in Hinche with his brothers and sisters.  Gavely has a passion for languages, he speaks four, and a natural ability to lead people.   He would like to use this combination gifts to work as a foreign diplomat when he finishes University. 

Junior Auguistin Translator / Guide

Junior was raised in Pignon, but now resides in Haiti’s second largest city, Cap Haitien.   Junior has been showcasing his town and leading visiting groups since he was a young.   Junior is the eldest of the three hike leaders and is the work horse of the group . He has been known to carry multiple packs for those who need assistance, earning him the nickname Junior “Power”. When Junior finishes his education he would like to own his own motorcycle mechanic shop. 

Jimmy Declerus Translator / Guide

Jimmy is from a community, in the Haitian countryside, called  Lamarre.  Like Gavely,  Jimmy moved to Hinche, where he lives with his grandparents, to focus on his education.  Jimmy comes from a long line of educators and places extreme value in school.   He wants to know everything.  Jimmy would like to own a computer business when he graduates from University.  He also dreams of returning to Lamarre to create opportunities for the people of that community.  

Doug Taylor Hike Leader / US Contact

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