A'lonna is a highly decorated, retired Army veteran from Inglewood, California, who honorably served for 20 years. She holds a B.A. in Digital Photography, a B.S. in Criminal Justice, and an A.A.S. in Human Resource Management, and is also a licensed Master Stylist.

Deeply committed to service and empowerment, A'lonna is a proud member of the Divine 9, as well as an active member of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Inc., and proudly serves as a Big Hat in the Mountain Metro AMBUCS. Her passion for growth and exploration has taken her to more than ten countries across four continents, broadening her perspective and deepening her commitment to community impact.

Alongside these accomplishments, A'lonna has been courageously navigating her journey with PTSD, using her experiences to inspire strength, resilience, and purpose within her community. Her dedication to service and transformative leadership has not gone unnoticed—she was honored with the City of Lawton’s 2026 Visionary Leader Award in recognition of her meaningful and lasting impact.

Vaudree, a highly decorated retired Army Veteran from Atlanta, GA, holds a B.A. in Business Administration, an EPA Universal certification in HVAC/R, and is a licensed Master Barber. Helping others comes naturally to him, and he enjoys cooking, traveling, and exploring various cuisines.

Sakena, hailing from Chicago, IL, is a retired U.S. Army Drill Sergeant, known for her leadership and commitment to excellence.

During her distinguished service, she earned the prestigious Drill Sergeant Identification Badge and the distinction of Female Iron Drill Sergeant. She served in global assignments, including Afghanistan, Japan, and Honduras, often utilizing her expertise as a Veterinary Service Food Inspection Specialist.

Ms. Miller holds an Associate's Degree in Food Science and an Associate's Degree in Legal Studies, in addition to being USDA Certified. Now serving as a Sergeant for the Department of Corrections, she leverages her extensive experience in public service, technical expertise, and discipline training to support our organization's mission.

​​Dana Bedford is an Administrative Assistant dedicated to operational excellence, which is crucial for a supportive mental health environment. With five years of experience supporting executive teams in healthcare and educational settings, Dana brings a proactive and detail-oriented focus to her role.

Dana's expertise is centered on streamlining digital workflows, managing complex schedules, and improving cross-departmental communication. Her ability to enhance clarity and efficiency behind the scenes helps reduce administrative friction, allowing our clinical and educational staff to better focus on student and client support.

A cum laude graduate with a B.S. in Allied Health Management, Dana is also a skilled Healthcare Management scholar. She is committed to fostering an organized and highly productive environment, making her a foundational asset to our team’s success.

Tabitha McCoy was raised in Columbia, South Carolina, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing from Winthrop University. She brings experience in marketing, communications, event planning, and community engagement.

Now residing in Lawton, Oklahoma, Tabitha works at City National Bank and is an active member of Mountain Metro AMBUCS. As the daughter of a 23-year U.S. Army veteran, she has a deep appreciation for military service and the sacrifices of veterans and their families.

As Marketing & Communications Director for NO XQCZ Inc., Tabitha is dedicated to increasing community awareness, strengthening outreach, and connecting veterans and families with valuable resources.

Christine Armstrong is a behavioral health professional, community advocate, and member of the Comanche Nation with more than 25 years of experience serving individuals, families, and communities. She holds a Master’s degree in Behavioral Science and is currently pursuing her PhD in Business and Leadership. Throughout her career, Christine has worked in behavioral health, child welfare, education, justice programs, program leadership, and community-based prevention initiatives. Her professional work currently focuses on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, community outreach, and strengthening partnerships to better serve individuals and families in need. Christine has a particular passion for addressing the disproportionate impact of suicide within Native American communities and among veterans. She is committed to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health, promoting culturally responsive prevention efforts, and strengthening support for veterans, their families, and future generations. Christine brings experience in program development, grant-funded initiatives, training, community engagement, and partnership building. She is honored to serve as a board member and looks forward to using her experience, advocacy, and passion for service to further the organization's mission and create a lasting impact in the community

Shelley May is a U.S. Army veteran, entrepreneur, and dedicated community advocate with a passion for serving others. Her career spans military service, early childhood education, higher education, customer service, real estate investing, and business ownership.

She holds an Associate of Applied Technology in Early Care & Education, a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, and a Master of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences.

Shelley believes in leading through service, integrity, and compassion. She is committed to building meaningful relationships, empowering others, and creating stronger communities by encouraging people to become the best versions of themselves.