

Joai
Center Manager
Joai Broughton is a dynamic community leader, ordained pastor, certified Christian Mental Health Coach, and author with a passion for helping others heal, grow, and thrive. Originally from New Jersey, Joai now lives in Plant City, Florida, where she actively serves through outreach initiatives, empowerment events, and faith-based programming.
She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration management and brings a strong professional background to her current role. Prior to joining the Children’s Board Family Resource Center, Joai served as the president of a software company and worked in a major banking institution for over 15 years. Her combined experience in corporate leadership and ministry has equipped her with a unique blend of strategic insight and spiritual care.
Joai is a wife, mother, and proud new Gigi. She enjoys serving her community, spending time with her family, and relaxing with her favorite creative pastime—coloring.

Carolina
Intake and Referral Specialist

Darrie
Family Specialist
Darrie was born on the Bay Island of Roatan, off the coast of Honduras Central America. She moved with her family to the main land of Honduras at the age of 14, where she studied Short hand typing secretary and Bachelor's degree in science and literature. Darrie has been working in the past as a customer service representative for over 16 years. She enjoys helping people and making them feel at home with her warm welcoming smile. She moved to Florida in 2021, and joined the CBFRC team where she is continuing to develop her passion of helping the community.
She is fluent in English and Spanish

Maria
Support Specialist
Hi, my name is Maria Macedonio , I am the oldest out of my 3 siblings. I love to shop and go to theme parks in my free time , I also love to cook , I am currently going to HCC in Plant City for Nursing, which I hope to become one day . I am bilingual and enjoy what I do, which is helping people. I’ve lived in Plant City my whole life and enjoy the strawberry festival which is what Plant City is known for .

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