Board of Directors

Lucia Higgins
Chair
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Lucia Higgins is the Director of Development at Crossnore Communities for Children and serves as Board Chair of LEAD Girls of NC. She joined the Development team at Crossnore in March 2024 and brings extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising and organizational leadership from her work with Family Services, Inc. and Salem Academy.
Lucia’s commitment to empowering girls and young women began during her time as a student at Salem College and was further shaped through her professional experience at Salem Academy. These experiences ignited her passion for fostering confidence, leadership, and opportunity for girls—values that closely align with LEAD Girls’ mission. A Certified Fundraising Professional (CFRE), Lucia also serves on the board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Triad Chapter.
Lucia was introduced to LEAD Girls of NC through a friend and began her service in 2017 on the Marketing Committee before later serving on the Soirée Committee and ultimately stepping into board leadership. Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Lucia enjoys spending time with her husband and their three dogs at their home in the country.

Camille Davenport
Vice Chair
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Camille Davenport is a Regional HR Business Partner for CompassOne Healthcare where she has worked as an HR leader for 16 years. In her current role, she provides strategic HR support for 6 Regional Vice President and 7500 associates covering 18 states. With over 20 years of Human Resource experience and a passion for leader development, Camille has become a valuable resource both within CompassOne and within the community for providing strategic HR advice and guidance, leader training and mentoring support for young HR leaders.
Camille is passionate about ensuring that girls of all ages come to know who they are and that they discover the beauty and power that they possess. Camille resides in Clemmons with her husband, Michael; they are parents to three adult children, two school-aged children, and three grandchildren.

Fanetta Bryant Jones
Director
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Fanetta is a Master’s-prepared nurse currently serving with the Veterans Affairs health system. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Winston-Salem State University in 1996 and her Master’s in Public Health from Walden University in 2011.
A devoted wife and proud mother of two, Fanetta has seen firsthand the power of mentorship and youth development as her daughter joined LEAD as a 7th grader and remained actively involved through graduation. She is deeply committed to nurturing young people, especially girls, believing that when we empower them, they grow into confident leaders who will one day run the world.
Fanetta lives by the philosophy of service and community: “I believe what we put into our children is what we get out of them. I enjoy helping others and giving back what has been given to me.”

Masonne Sawyer
Secretary
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Masonne Sawyer is an accomplished holistic student support services professional with extensive Community College experience and currently serves in the role of Vice President of College & Career Readiness & Holistic Success Services at Forsyth Technical Community College. Highlights include developing and implementing programs that directly relate to improving student success, persistence, and retention. Effective communicator with excellent planning and organizational skills and the ability to collaborate across departments/divisions and establish realistic goals and attain results. She is an alum of Forsyth Tech where she completed her college transfer degree and went on to obtain her bachelor’s degree in social sciences from Gardner-Webb University followed by a Master of Science in Psychology from Capella University.
She serves on the Board of Directors for Experiment in Self-Reliance and The Trinity Center in Winston-Salem, NC, Chair of Education Day Committee for Leadership Winston-Salem as well as the Board of Directors for the NC American Council on Education Women’s Network. She is the recipient of several awards including Staff Person of the Year, the Forsyth Tech President’s Award and was recently inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa Alumni Hall of Honor.
In addition to her role at the college, Masonne is a devoted wife and mother to her husband Kevan and son, Kieran, and daughter Sydne. Along with her dedication to her family, Masonne is committed to her work at her church and in mentoring and coaching young women to be strong, bold, and courageous leaders.

Nikki Barefoot
Director
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Nikki was born and raised in Winston-Salem and is a proud graduate of NC State University. Inspired by her father, who worked in IT, she developed a passion for technology at a young age. She pursued a Business degree with a concentration in Information Technology at NC State, further fueling her interest in the field. After graduating, Nikki returned to Winston-Salem to work for Reynolds American and earn her MBA at Wake Forest. Today, Nikki is a Director in IT at Reynolds, focusing on building transformative solutions through technology.
As Nikki has advanced in her career and mentored or been mentored by others, she has come to appreciate the importance of having support to build confidence, stay true to oneself, and feel a sense of belonging. She recognizes the value of the support system that has encouraged her to pursue her passions, speak up without fear, and trust her decisions. Nikki is committed to ensuring that young girls, during such a pivotal time in their lives, receive the support they need to realize they can achieve anything they set their minds to.

Brooke Culler
Director
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Brooke Culler is the publisher of Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family Magazines and the voice behind the Forsyth Magazines Podcast. Born and raised in Clemmons, NC, she now calls Winston-Salem home. Though she earned a degree in Elementary Education from High Point University, Brooke followed her passion for storytelling and community connection by jumping straight into the world of publishing after college.
In addition to leading two of the Triad’s most-loved publications, Brooke is also the co-owner of Washington Park CrossFit—where she merges her love for fitness, leadership, and building strong (literally and figuratively) communities.
Outside of work, you’ll find Brooke soaking up quality time with her husband, their two dogs (a Bernedoodle and a German Shepherd), and their crew of family and friends. She’s happiest on the water, wake surfing in the summer, snowboarding in the winter, and squeezing in CrossFit workouts all year round.
Brooke’s heart for local connection, positive impact, and high-energy hustle keeps her calendar full—but she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Shana A. Gregory (Folk)
Director
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Shana A. Gregory serves as the Vice President People & Culture at Allegacy Federal Credit Union. As part of a dynamic Human Resources team, Shana leads Allegacy’s journey to create a culture of belonging while supporting our employees, Members and community. Shana relocated to the Triad and joined Allegacy in 2018, bringing a diverse background in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition.
Previously Shana was part of Human Resources teams in government contracting, the Department of Commerce, and the Department of Justice, all in the greater Washington DC area. Shana is passionate about life-long learning, adoption, travel, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and her kids – a smart and creative daughter and a funny and sweet son.
Shana is active with Winston-Salem Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), is a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), earned her BA in Political Science and English from Bucknell University, and recently completed her MBA at Wake Forest University. Shana is excited to partner with LEAD Girls and inspire young women to believe in themselves and strive for excellence!

Keisha S. Horton
Director
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Keisha is a Licensed Professional School Counselor, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCASA) with more than 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. As a School Counselor, she has gained extensive experience working with school-aged children and families dealing with life transitions, trauma, depression, anxiety and family conflicts. She has a passion for helping adolescents and families overcome challenges to reach their full potential. In her private practice, Samara Cares Counseling & Consulting, PLLC, she guides clients to pull from their own strengths and experiences using reality therapy, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
As a North Carolina native, she received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Management from High Point University before earning her Masters of Science Degree in School Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University. She began her career as a Professional School Counselor in a local high school before pursuing her certifications in mental health and addictions. She is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Youth Mental Health First Aid Provider with training in suicide intervention, career development and childhood trauma. She has provided her service to several youth organizations and non-profit agencies in the community, including Crosby Scholars & YMCA Achievers.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her three children, as well as vacationing, volunteering, scrapbooking, and attending cultural events.

Vanessa Miller
Director
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Vanessa Miller serves as the dedicated Community Outreach Manager for Goodwill, with extensive experience coordinating volunteer programs and managing community spaces to foster engagement and collaboration. With a strong passion for building relationships and creating inclusive environments, Vanessa specializes in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers, ensuring they are equipped and motivated to make a meaningful impact.
In addition to volunteer management, Vanessa oversees the efficient scheduling and utilization of meeting rooms, ensuring that community groups and organizations have the resources and spaces they need for successful events and activities. Vanessa’s exceptional organizational skills and commitment to service make her a reliable and resourceful leader in community outreach.
Driven by a mission to strengthen community ties, Vanessa continually seeks opportunities to connect people, provide resources, and inspire positive change.

Jasmine Pitt
Director
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A proud Winston-Salem native, Jasmine Pitt is a Shareholder at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC, where she practice commercial litigation. Her journey was forged at Wake Forest University, where she earned both her undergraduate and law degrees. Deeply grateful for the mentorship that shaped her path, Jasmine is passionately committed to paying it forward, dedicating herself to uplifting and guiding others in their own professional and personal development.
Jasmine’s heart and soul is giving back to her community. She thrives on empowering the next generation, actively mentoring law students (with a special focus on first-generation and minority students), judging moot court competitions, and diving into leadership development programs. She is excited to serve with LEAD Girls and to work towards its mission. She is also honored to serve in leadership positions as the President of the local judicial bar, President of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Piedmont Triad, and Vice-Chair of the Greensboro Ballet’s Board of Directors. Most recently, her impact was celebrated with the 2026 Triad Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Award, honoring her professional excellence and profound community contributions.
Outside of work, Jasmine loves exploring the world with her husband Brandon, cheering on her favorite ACC basketball teams, getting lost in a live musical, and curling up with a good book.

Tasmin Farzana Carter
Treasurer
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Tasmin is a Bangladeshi-American visionary leader who believes in designing her life with intention and inspiring others to do the same. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from UNC at Chapel Hill and an MBA from UNCG. As the Director of Procurement at BrandSafway, a global leader in the construction industry, Tasmin leverages her expertise in supply chain management, transformational strategies, and supplier negotiations. She excels at leading diverse global teams, identifying opportunities in challenging times, and integrating manufacturing spend to drive organizational success.
Winston-Salem is more than her home away from home—it’s her canvas for community engagement and meaningful connections. She has been recognized with the 2020 Triad Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Award and Greater Winston-Salem’s 2023 Leadership Award for her professional achievements and civic contributions. In 2023, she served as Co-Chair of the Community Partner Committee of the Winston Under 40 Advisory Board for the Chamber of Commerce, supporting SECU Family House.
Passionate about mentoring, Tasmin finds joy in empowering young individuals to grow into their most confident selves. She also loves traveling the world with her husband Cameron, exploring new cultures, and keeping life colorful through her passions for literature, music, and cooking for family and friends.
