Board of Directors
Meet Our
Our Board of Directors is composed of accomplished leaders across healthcare, business, finance, education, mental health, and media. Together, they provide strategic leadership, governance, and guidance to advance the mission of M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment and empower the next generation of confident young women.
BOARD CHAIR
Keneatha Johnson, MPH
Assistant Vice President
Illinois Health and Hospital Association
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Shatina Edwards, MHA
Founder & Executive Director
M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment
TREASURER
Tiffani Holloway, BSE
Business Development Strategic Partnerships & Commercial Strategy
BOARD MEMBER
Tishika Townsend, MPA
Senior Director
Blue Cross Blue Shield of IL
BOARD MEMBER
Jasmin Searcy-Pate, Ph.D
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
BOARD MEMBER
Iisha Scott
NBC Chicago, Meteorologist
SECRETARY
Cynthia Holloway
Retired - Project Management Professional
Leading with Purpose.
Our Board of Directors is united by a shared commitment to empowering girls, strengthening communities, and advancing the mission of M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment. Through strategic leadership, diverse expertise, and unwavering dedication, they help create brighter futures for the next generation.
Meet Our
Leadership Team
Our Leadership Team is responsible for bringing the mission of M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment to life each day. Through innovative programming, meaningful partnerships, and a commitment to excellence, they create safe, empowering spaces where girls can build confidence, develop leadership skills, and reach their fullest potential.
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Andrea Stallworth
SEL LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT LEAD
Landin Neal, LSW
PROGRAM MANAGER
Zaria McNeal, MSOL
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
Janaiah Whitaker, BSBA
COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER
Sherri Hodge
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Nya Haywood, BS-ALEC
Driven by Mission.
Our Leadership Team works collaboratively to deliver high-quality programs, foster meaningful relationships, and ensure every girl we serve experiences a safe, supportive, and empowering environment. Their passion, innovation, and dedication transform our mission into measurable impact every day.