Meet the Team

  • LaFrieda Smith

    LaFrieda Smith

    Founder and Director

    (Community Engagement)

    Graduated from Keiser University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. 20+ years working with neurodivergent individuals. 10+ years as a small business owner. Community volunteer and Autism advocate.

  • Briana Smith

    Briana Smith

    President and Director

    (Events Planning)

    Graduated from Southern Technical College as a Veterinary Assistant. Owns and operates her own dog/cat boarding business. 20+ years working with neurodivergent individuals.

  • Brian Smith

    Brian Smith

    Treasurer and Director

    (Social Media Marketing)

    Graduated from Full Sail University with a background in Computer Engineering. He creates code and writes his own video games online. 20+ years working with neurodivergent individuals.

  • Colby Fernandez

    Colby Fernandez

    Secretary

    (Administrative and Events Planning)

    Graduated from Travis Technical College as a Dental Assistant. He has a passion for dental health and hopes to use his experience at work and in daily life to educate individuals with disabilities.

No one left behind

Our organization strives to provide essential life skills education and shaping them into resilient and capable individuals ready to take on the world. Join us on this journey of empowerment!

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those with unique challenges, equipping them with the tools they need to succeed. Let's inspire and impact the future leaders of tomorrow.

Make a donation.

Your generous donation or contributions will help to assist us in achieving our mission. Life Skills Family Network’s vision will educate the disability community in ways we never could imagine. Our team will be able to provide continuous support in education on life skills necessary to succeed in today’s challenging world.