Inspiration for Keisha and Alexis’ Grand Adventure
The Keisha and Alexis’ Grand Adventure series was inspired by the childhood experiences of sisters Denise Johnson and Donna Oti. The stories draw from the sisters’ memories and lessons growing up in Guyana and teach children about courage, adaptability, resilience, community, and cultural diversity. It is the authors’ hope that these stories will inspire children and provide an example for how to navigate life’s changes and challenges.
Donna Oti
Donna Allison Oti, Ph.D. enjoyed exploring stories from around the world. Her early days were filled with daydreams and quiet reflection. Her passion and curiosity about people led to a career as a journalist and educator. Working as a journalist in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, she met heads of states and covered White House events. As an educator, she lived and worked on four continents: South America, North America, Asia and Africa. She taught young journalists at the University of Jos, Nigeria. There she enjoyed watching plays in the university's Open Air Theatre. She welcomes this opportunity to share stories inspired by her childhood in Section “C” Christianburg, Linden, Guyana.
Donna Oti is currently in charge of Communication and Culture LLC. She utilizes her expertise and knowledge to improve our services and enhance our clients' experience working with us.
Denise Johnson
Denise Johnson, M.D. spent her early days exploring the rich animal and plant life on the edge of the lush rainforest that surrounded her childhood home in Christianburg, Linden. This curiosity led her to become a physician. She has delivered babies, performed surgeries, and worked as an administrator for a hospital system. Dr. Johnson was also the Physician General for the State of Pennsylvania and top Health Leader during the Covid 19 pandemic. She is a passionate advocate for the needs of women and diverse individuals. She believes that access to quality health care is as important as access to education. That is one of the reasons she went on medical mission trips around the world including to Kenya to learn from and help Samburu tribes people.
