Amanda is a native of North Carolina and holds a B.S. in Environmental Technology and Management from NC State University and an M.S. in Environmental Policy and Management from University College at the University of Denver. Amanda is the EHS Manager for KIND – High Point, whose mission is to create a KINDer and healthier world, one snack at a time. She is thrilled to be able to build on that mission with her work with LEAD Girls. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband traveling, playing golf, and watching football.

Caitlin is originally from New Jersey. She grew up as a part of the 4-H program, learning the importance of supporting the local community. She holds a B.S. in Accounting from Guilford College and an MBA from Wake Forest University.

Caitlin is passionate about building an equitable society. She has spearheaded networking events and groups that allow women to build their strengths and confidence, showcase their ideas, and provide a forum to learn from one another. Caitlin has recently joined Ontex Operations USA, LLC as a Cost Controller at the local plant where they produce affordable feminine hygiene solutions. Caitlin’s definition of success is having a positive impact on those around her. In her free time, Caitlin enjoys hiking with her husband and husky Aspen, galivanting around town with her friends, and playing cards with her family.

Shana Folk serves as the Assistant Vice President, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE+I) Officer, with Allegacy Federal Credit Union. As part of a dynamic Human Resources team, Shana leads Allegacy’s journey to create a culture of belonging, oversees the organization’s employee engagement, and spearheads the DE+I efforts across the 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 10-year old daughter and a funny and sweet 9-year old 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!

Katina Little is the wife of Lieutenant Dwayne R. Little of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and a mother of 3 active boys.

She is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care who currently works at Novant Health at Today’s Pediatric, where she is the Lead Provider. Katina is a proud graduate of the illustrious Hampton University, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then went on to receive her Masters in Nursing, specializing in Pediatrics from Duke University.

Katina is a strong believer that making equal and equitable access to first-class, quality health care should be a top priority and is one of the first steps to uplifting and enriching families of the underserved, impoverished populations. This belief has made her a consistent advocate and representative for this population since starting her career as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 2008, providing care at a Federal Qualified Health Center in Greensboro, NC. It was here that Katina was truly able to see and understand the necessity of her profession while defining her purpose and lifesaving impact on the children and families served in this population.

Transitioning to Novant Health Today’s Pediatrics, was a pivotal point in Katina’s career as it opened doors to bring her learned knowledge back to Forsyth County, which has a poverty rate that consistently ranks higher than the National Average. This pediatric office is one of its kind in the Novant Health system here in Winston-Salem. They provide culturally competent health care for children and families in underserved and impoverished areas of the city, and decrease some of the simple barriers to accessing quality, equitable health care.

Katina is active in her community. She is a leader in her church, she serves as an active board member on the Winston-Salem Tarheel Youth Football Organization and H.O.P.E of Winston-Salem. She is also the Chair of the Community Service for the Jack and Jill Chapter of Winston-Salem, where she cultivates and enhances the organization’s community involvement and impact through active engagement. Her dedicated involvement and leadership in these organizations allows her to be able to further fulfill her purpose through educating and empowering families to decrease the disparities present throughout the community.