Vice President of NAMI

Keith Letchworth

Keith, boasting almost five decades of experience in mental health, disabilities, and substance use, retired as a System of Care Coordinator at Trillium Health Resources and now serves as Vice-President at NAMI Pitt County while co-facilitating the Family Support Group in the region.

Recreational Therapist

Cassandra Chapa Fields

Cassandra, a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist in the US and a Licensed Recreational Therapist in NC, leverages her background in psychology and master's degree in Therapeutic Recreation to empower individuals to improve their overall well-being.

Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator

Tiffanie Herring

Tiffanie, a Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator in Greenville, NC, is a passionate advocate for effective communication in criminal justice, with over 15 years of experience. She's also the author of "Simply De-escalate", focusing on mental health crisis intervention.

Correctional Behavioral Program Specialist

Chariesse Boyd

Chariesse, a Mental Health Professional with a psychology degree, serves as a Correctional Behavioral Program Specialist II with the N.C. State Government while working in the private sector as a Behavior/Mental Health Qualified Professional, bringing over two decades of experience and diverse certifications, including as a developmental disability case manager and Master Crisis Intervention Training Instructor.

Treatment Placement Specialist

Tiffany Leath

Tiffany, a Treatment Placement Specialist at Acadia Healthcare, draws from over two decades of experience, holding certifications as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist with an addiction emphasis, providing support and resources to professionals seeking higher levels of care for their clients while advocating for mental health and addiction awareness.

Owner of AwesomeRadio

Akela Thigpen

AwesomeRadio's journey began in 1997 when Akela embarked on her radio career, rising from a volunteer at WPNC 1470am to becoming Assistant GM and eventually branching into other stations. With a BS Degree in Digital Cinematography, she fulfilled her nineteen-year dream and divine promise by owning her FM Christian and gospel radio station, making AwesomeRadio a testament to dedication and faith.

Pastor

Marvin Morning

Marvin Morning is the dedicated Pastor of Burning Bush Pentecostal Holiness Church in Greenville, NC, with a rich background in ministry, a loving family, and a passion for helping people come to Christ and persevere through life's challenges, all while nurturing his musical talents and sharing words of inspiration.

Social Entrepreneur

Grace Rains

Grace is the founder of Luuup, a tech startup in Greenville NC. Luuup originated from Grace feeling disconnected and now features a comprehensive calendar of events happening in the local community. So if you are looking for things to do in and around Greenville definitely check out intheluuup.com.