Established on October 10, 2023, in the vibrant state of Florida, Minority Doll Museum Plus, Inc. (MDM) originated as a personal hobby, blossoming into a non-profit celebration of legacies and careers. Immersed in cultural diversity, MDM showcases artistically designed dolls, each representing the lasting impact of famous minority women and offering attainable career choices.
We cater to a diverse audience, with our customers and visitors spanning from 11 years old and beyond. Our services are designed to meet the needs of both residents and tourists, extending our reach throughout the vibrant Orlando Metro area and across the entire state of Florida.
Company Statements
Our MISSION is to showcase artistically designed dolls of famous minority women.
Our PURPOSE is to highlight the legacies, contributions, and talents of these women.
Our GOAL is for others to be inspired by these women’s lives and successfully achieve their goals.
Vision Statement
Fostering empowerment and honoring the legacies of minority women through artistic representation, our vision is to create a world where each doll stands as a symbol of diversity, resilience, and inspiration. We aspire to amplify the voices of minority women, celebrating their stories and contributing to a future where their contributions are universally recognized and cherished.
What started as a doll-collecting hobby—admiring and honoring the history of minority women—grew into a museum. It was challenging to find dolls of famous minority women because their male contemporaries overshadowed them.
Therefore, while planning the Minority Doll Museum Plus (MDM Plus), it was decided to expand its collection to include dolls in various forms: action figures, ceramic statues, paper, plush, vinyl, and other artifacts and memorabilia.
We aim to showcase artistically designed dolls of famous minority women and highlight their legacies, contributions, and talents so they may inspire others to achieve their goals.
Our expanded exhibits include not only historical women but also dolls that represent attainable career choices for minority women from 20 career industries and dolls that depict individual and acceptable body images, all chosen to honor and support minority women.
Cathy Christian-Simmons
An R.N. and is the Chief Executive Officer of Minority Doll Museum, Plus. Cathy works closely with the board of directors to maintain and guide the organization’s mission and vision. Cathy is responsible for significant decision-making, managing resources, and the business’s daily operation; she has an active HR role in employment, creating corporate policies and procedures.
Vigilande “Vee” Perrievillus
An Rx Technician and is the Chief Growth Officer of Minority Doll Museum, Plus. Vee is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive growth plan. Vee identifies and pursues new business opportunities, including partnerships, acquisitions, market expansion, and assisting with developing museum and community projects.
Tracy Christian
An L.P.N. and is the Chief Financial Officer of Minority Doll Museum Plus. Tracy is responsible for the company’s finances, which requires budgeting, accounting, and forecasting the company’s financial gains and losses to determine where and when to spend money. Tracy also oversees fiduciary partners, such as payroll, fundraisers, donors, and grant-writing providers.
Gladys Rivera
An R.N. and is the Chief Marketing Officer of Minority Doll Museum, Plus. Gladys is responsible for advertising, branding, sales, customer trends, and all marketing campaigns for the company. She is also the dignitary spokeswoman for MDM, Plus, and her responsibilities will include the development of hospitality protocols, survey responses, and press releases.
Adriana DeGracia
A Geriatric Care Manager and the Chief Creative Officer of Minority Doll Museum Plus. Adriana is responsible for the latest social media trends and technologies. Her job is to strategize new social media campaigns and initiatives by writing social media posts, producing content, analyzing data, scheduling posts, and running paid advertisements. It is her responsibility to use social media to improve the brand’s public appearance and supervise the overall aesthetics and design of the museum.
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