Raised in a multi-cultural family, ​Neki began to participate in organized dance classes at the tender age of two, eventually branching into cheerleading, soccer, and track and field. The love of her African and Caribbean culture, dance, and fitness remains at the core of her foundation.

Neki was offered an athletic scholarship to play soccer at Howard University, Washington, DC. While at Howard, Neki continued cheerleading on the Bison squad. After completion of her studies at Howard University, Neki enrolled at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) and Salisbury University (SU) in order to attain a Masters degree in Health Physiology. Neki used her knowledge of dance, health, and wellness to embark on a career in fitness in 2004.

In addition to KaribFIT™, Neki has also founded Karib Dance & Cultural Arts Studio, NeYa Fitness Programs, and Divine Athletics, an All Star Cheer, Sports, and Enrichment Program which offers championship sports training and dance instruction geared towards uplifting youth spirit.