Executive Board of Directors

Carol Nash, MAR, BS, RN
​Founder/CEO

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​Carol Nash is a native New Yorker. Carol’s professional background includes nearly 30 years in healthcare and education which includes international consulting.

Andrea Cohen, PhD
​President

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​Andie has a passion for volunteering, and in addition to her involvement with Bernadette's House, she is a Girl Scout Troop Leader, and active in the PTA. She has been a BH member since 2017

Katherine Bricker,PhD
​Executive Secretary

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​Katherine is a research scientist passionate about science education and empowering young women to achieve their fullest potential.

​Board of Directors

Celeste Cummings

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​Celeste is a Retired Asst. Deputy Commissioner, NYC Human Resources Administration Member since 2012.

Cynthia Rankin

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​Cynthia (Cindy) is excited to give back to her community by volunteering her time to youth. Cindy is a retired Elementary School teacher who served in the District of Columbia Educational System for many years. She enjoys travel, crocheting, and spending time with her family and friends.

Gayle Lomax, PhD

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Gayle has nearly 30 years of experience in education as a teacher, professional school counselor, and compliance specialist. Her goal and desire are to provide all children access to quality education and supplemental resources to become well-rounded college- and career-ready citizens.

Honorary Directors

Yaphet Bryant, PhD
Psychologist specializing in Children, Adolescents and Youth Adults. Professor. Former Board President, Member since 2017.

Marianna Carter
Former Member

Nancy Lily, MSA, MS
Founder/President, JEM Engineering Member since 2012, Former President 2014-2015

Grace Saunders, PhD
Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice, Founding President, 2012-2014

Janice Wright, MA
Chaplin Assistant, Author, Poet, Speaker