Luminaries

Nakeitha Severe is the architect of The R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Method, a writing-centered framework that empowers high performers by identifying what depleted them, and reclaiming what they lost on the journey to achievement.

Nakeitha began as a network security engineer and an educator, teaching networking and cybersecurity. Currently serving as a Director of Technical Training, she has evolved her focus to include both systems-thinking and human sustainability after identifying a critical gap: the systems designed to develop people rarely include the necessary infrastructure for supporting them long term.

Her mission is simple yet radical — create a future where success no longer demands self-neglect. A future where those who reach the top are finally allowed to feel safe in their achievements.

Jaime Lee Lewis is a multidisciplinary artist and experienced facilitator whose work sits at the intersection of writing, emotional healing, and group connection. A 2016 Nuyorican Grand Slam Champion and National Poetry Slam semifinalist, his facilitation style is rooted in emotional honesty and social awareness. His collaborations include Adidas, the Brooklyn Museum, OkayPlayer, and Miami Art Basel. He has led creative workshops for the Brooklyn Public Library, Uncommon Schools, and the New York Botanical Garden — spaces where he centers vulnerability, trust, and self-expression.

At The Renewal Exchange, Jaime offers a grounded, supportive space for participants to explore their own stories through writing. His approach bridges creative practice with healing, using intentional reflection to help writers access clarity, compassion, and voice.