Darneta Brown

foot_logoTitle: Associate Professor

Company: Roane State Community College

Location: Harriman, Tenn.

Initially, Ms. Darneta Brown became involved in the profession because she wanted to improve her community and thought being a nurse would help accomplish that goal. For the past 20 years, she has been distributing this dream by serving as associate professor at Roane State Community College. With an expertise in medical-surgical and psychological nursing, Ms. Brown develops quality care for patients, drawing upon 33 years in the health care profession. Continue reading →

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Wanda Brooks

1005-300x240Title: Administrator, Director (Retired)

Company: Appalachian Senior Programs

Location: Jefferson, N.C.

Wanda Brooks is the director of a volunteer service for the Foster Grandparent Program and Senior Companion Programs of New River Behavioral Healthcare. She is interested in starting new volunteer programs in North Carolina. Currently, she is training all new employees in ‘Cultural awareness and acceptance’ through her sponsor. Ms. Brooks attributes her continued success in the field to her inherited values, work ethic, and to her parents who gave her the tools needed to be a good worker. Continue reading →

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Nancy Brigham

ipsos-logoTitle: Senior Vice President, Global Head of Research on Research

Company: Ipsos in Canada/Ipsos in North America

Location: Mississauga, Ont.

Initially, Dr. Nancy Brigham became involved in her profession because she wanted to obtain a Ph.D. in psychology, but she did not plan on pursuing academia. Garnering 21 years of expertise in research and technical management, she celebrates her first year as senior vice president and global head of research at Ipsos in Canada/Ipsos in North America. Through the marketing research firm, she provides advertising, loyalty, and public affairs services. Specifically, Dr. Brigham runs analytics and quality programs, while representing the company at various conferences. Continue reading →

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Jean Bragg

logo1527Title: Owner

Company: PillowsAndComfortGalore.com

Location: Clarksville, Tenn.

Jean Bragg has worked in the health care industry for the majority of her 20-year career. She decided to open an e-commerce company to see the possibilities last year, using the name, PillowsAndComfortGalore.com. She previously worked as an insurance agent with HealthMarkets, and is excited to use all of her life experience and health knowledge to provide her clientele with the best products for everyday comfort, and health issues requiring special comfort, supportive devices and products. Continue reading →

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Jacquie Boles

2407a53729ff87084d496775708a36c8d5762d56Title: Director

Company: Industrial Bank

Location: Oxon Hill, Md.

With 17 years of retail banking under her belt, Jacquie Boles continues today in her fourth year as director of the financial services provider, Industrial Bank. Throughout the state of Maryland, she manages eight branch locations, equipping managers with the tools required to lead successfully. She oversees the daily operations of the bank’s retail bank network, ensures the profitability of the bank, and serves as a key liaison for the bank and local organizations to promote the economic health of the community. Also, she focuses on innovative ways to enhance the client banking experience through the development of her sales team. In five years, Ms. Boles plans to grow within the company. Continue reading →

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