Meet the Board

Vice Chair Dr. Billy Okoye was appointed to the Prince George’s County Planning Board in November 2025.

Background & Experience
Dr. Billy Okoye possesses more than 20 years of experience in business, community advocacy, real estate, and technology. As founder and principal broker of Sold 100 Real Estate, Inc., he led a team of more than 50 agents and oversaw more than $250 million in closed real estate transactions. Additionally, he serves as group managing director of BMO General Contractors and founder of Autograph Solar where he has advanced innovation in both the construction and clean energy sectors.

Education
Dr. Okoye earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology and anthropology from Abia State University and a certificate in information technologies from the International Computer Institute. He received a professional doctorate in business administration from the Chartered Institute of Business Managers.

Commissioner Manuel R. Geraldo, Esq. was appointed to the Prince George’s County Planning Board in July 2012.

Recognitions
Mr. Geraldo has received numerous awards and recognition as a long-time, committed community activist and volunteer and serves as:

• Director and Secretary of the Pro Bono Resource Center
• Director for the Portuguese American Leadership Council
• Director of the Maryland Legal Aid Bureau
• Director on the Board of the Prince George’s County Community Foundation

Background & Experience
Mr. Geraldo is an accomplished legal professional and principal in the law firm of Robinson and Geraldo, which he organized in 1979. His prior professional positions include Director and General Counsel for the District of Columbia Private Industry Council, litigation and legislative Counsel in the Office of the General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, membership on the Newark Commission on Human Rights, and Executive Director for the Congress of Portuguese Speaking People.

Mr. Geraldo was appointed by Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley to the Maryland Board of Airport Zoning Appeals in 2010 and as Chair of the Board in 2012. He also previously served as a Commissioner and as Chair of the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

Education
Mr. Geraldo earned a bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University, a juris doctorate from Rutgers School of Law, and a master’s degree in International and Comparative Law from Georgetown University.

Commissioner Brittany Jenkins was appointed to the Prince George’s County Planning Board in March 2026.

Background & Experience
Brittany Jenkins brings an understanding of data analytics, strategic planning, and performance management across both public and private sector environments. She serves as a senior consultant with Deloitte Consulting, LLP, where she leads cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions for government organizations and help translate complex information into actionable insights that strengthen planning, budgeting, and operational decision-making. Prior to her current position, Jenkins held analytics and leadership roles at Berkeley Research Group and 2U, where she led data initiatives and developed performance frameworks across healthcare and higher education organizations.

Education
Jenkins holds a master’s degree in business analytics from American University Kogod School of Business and a master’s degree in sociology. She earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications from Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Commissioner Lori Matthews was appointed to the Prince George’s County Planning Board in March 2026.

Background & Experience
Lori Matthews possesses 30 years of professional experience in education, government, and administration and a strong commitment to public service, community engagement, and responsible leadership. As a former educator in Charles County and Prince George’s County Public Schools, she developed curricula, managed classroom environments, and mentored students. In addition, Matthews has served as Chief Executive Officer of Executive Décor and gained administrative experience through a previous position with the United States Department of Homeland Security.

Education
Matthews earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from Bowie State University.