Board of Directors

Lashawn Gordon is the Director of Strategic Initiatives at United Partners of Human Services. Having worked in the human services sector for the last 22 years, Lashawn has extensive experience in nonprofit management, working with at risk youth and families, community engagement, & leadership and program development.

She’s a recipient of the Department of Juvenile Justice’s (DJJ) Leadership Award & the Outstanding Service to Youth and Families Award. She received the Golden Ace Award (2020) and was recognized as one of Tallahassee Community College's Women’s History Month Honorees. She was also recognized as one of Tallahassee’s "25 Women You Need to Know" (2020). She has also won the Ruben Askew Progressive Leadership Award (2022). In 2023, she was featured in the Cherry Hall Alexander African American History Calendar, presented by Tallahassee Community College (now known as Tallahassee State College).

She is a member of Leadership Tallahassee (Class 34) and past chair of the Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Status of Women & Girls, member of the Leon County School District Advisory Council and has served on numerous Non-Profit Boards of Directors.

Justin Fitzpatrick joins us with experience within the human services nonprofit sector, most recently serving as the Community Relations Director for We Are All We Need, Inc. (WAAWN).

Born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida, Justin is a product of Leon County and all it has to offer. An alumnus of Florida A&M University with a degree in Music, he has worked with numerous organizations and businesses in the areas of social media development and management, website building and multimedia creation, as well as fostering community-based collaboration through the Village at WAAWN.

He is passionate about giving back to his hometown, and shining a light on nonprofit organizations that are truly making a difference, for the world to see.

Marnie Earl is a dedicated professional with a deep passion for human services, the arts, and community engagement. A lifelong resident of Tallahassee, she has built a diverse career in nonprofit administration, membership services, and creative leadership. With extensive experience in database management, fundraising coordination, and public outreach, Marnie has honed her ability to support organizations in achieving their mission-driven goals. She holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Women’s Studies from Florida State University, equipping her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, advocacy, and social impact.

Beyond her administrative expertise, Marnie is actively involved in the local arts community, primarily as the Prop Manager for Theatre TSC at Tallahassee State College. She thrives in collaborative environments, bringing creativity, resourcefulness, and meticulous attention to detail to every project. Committed to making a lasting impact, she is excited to contribute her skills and enthusiasm to United Partners for Human Services, helping to strengthen and support vital community programs

Michael D. Thompson, Pharm.D.  brings extensive experience as a Pharmacist, retired university professor and administrator with a clinical specialty in HIV drug therapy management, and implementation and evaluation of health-systems to foster quality interprofessional patient care.

Michael has also successfully received over $2M in research and clinical service funding, including the establishment of the Florida/Caribbean AIDS Education Training Center, and consultative services for provision of both the Florida Department of Health and Leon County's AIDS Drug Assistance Programs.

Michael has written and contributed to over twenty-four publications, and actively serves on numerous boards helping organizations achieve health equity for their clients.

Mark Malahosky graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Pharmacy in 1985 with a BS in Pharmacy. He has worked in treatment of HIV/AIDS since 1989, when he managed a local home infusion program and was a recognized expert in the administration of high-tech HIV/AIDS treatment services and management.

He joined the staff at Trillium Health, a Ryan White Part C grantee, in 2005 tasked with developing an on-site pharmacy and clinical pharmacy services. Mark is known for his expertise with the 340B Drug Pricing Program, using technology to ensure utilization and compliance.

In 2009, Mark was appointed to the adjunct faculty member rank of Associate Professor at Wegman’s School of Pharmacy at St. John Fisher College, and has also been a preceptor for pharmacy students from SUNY at Buffalo, D’Youville College, and Albany College of Pharmacy.

Mark is a member of the American Pharmacists Association, National Community Pharmacists Association, and currently serves as Treasurer of Ryan White Clinics for 340B Access.