Get to know the incredible women leading Becoming HER for the 2023-2024 academic year! Each member of our Executive Board brings unique skills, passions, and experiences to the organization.

Bianka Marie Sicard – Secretary

Greetings! My name is Bianka Marie Sicard, and I am honored to serve as the Secretary of Becoming HER. I’m a second-year Political Science scholar from Orlando, Florida. I am a dedicated social activist, fluent in three languages, and I love to sew. I hope my passion for sisterhood will allow me to thrive in this role!

Danielle Makins – E-Board Member

Greetings! I’m Danielle Makins, a fourth-year Pre-Occupational Therapy scholar from Broward County, Florida. Three fun facts about me: I love anime, my favorite sport is softball, and I enjoy cooking!

Takayla Gatlin – Treasurer

Hi everyone! My name is Takayla Gatlin, and I am a third-year Criminal Justice scholar with a minor in Psychology from Broward County, Florida. I’m excited to serve as Treasurer this year!

Three facts about me:
- I am Bahamian.
- I love dogs.
- My dream is to become a Crime Scene Investigator or Homicide Detective.

Jasmine Thompson – Volunteer Chair

Greetings, everyone! I’m Jasmine Thompson, a fourth-year Psychology scholar with a minor in Sociology. I look forward to serving as your Volunteer Chair and can’t wait to build connections with you all!

Three fun facts about me:
- I’m a chef.
- I have eight siblings.
- I’m Nigerian-Bahamian.

Najah Russell – Volunteer Co-Chair

Hi everyone! I’m Najah Russell, a fourth-year Health Science scholar from Pensacola, Florida. I’ll be serving as the Volunteer Co-Chair this year. In my free time, I enjoy painting, arts and crafts, and fishing with my dad. I also love to cook!

Kennesha S. Gardner – Graphic Designer

Hello! My name is Kennesha S. Gardner, and I am a third-year Biology Pre-Med scholar from Jacksonville, Florida. I’m excited to serve as one of three graphic designers for Becoming HER.

Three fun facts about me:
- I have been dancing since I was four years old.
- I want to become a pediatrician.
- I own a growing graphic design business called Chosen Child Express.

Shanique Harris – Graphic Designer

Greetings! I’m Shanique Harris, a fourth-year Graphic Design student. In my free time, I enjoy reading, my favorite candy is gummy worms, and I love R&B music!

Chierie Chieh – E-Board Member

Hi everyone! My name is Chierie Chieh, and I am a second-year Business Administration scholar at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. I’m originally from Lansing, Michigan—the capital of the Great Lakes State.

Three things about me:
- I am African-American (specifically Liberian).
- I love to cook.
- Traveling is one of my biggest passions.

Kenyce Holloman – Special Events Chair

Hey everyone! My name is Kenyce Holloman, and I’m a third-year Computer Information Systems scholar from Jacksonville, Florida (904!). I’ll be serving as your Special Events Chair this year.

Three fun facts about me:
- I love to read.
- I was born in Italy.
- My favorite candy is Sour Skittles.

Shayna Vincent – Book Leader

Greetings! My name is Shayna Vincent, and I am delighted to be serving as the Book Leader for Becoming HER International. I’m a Black author passionate about writing on female empowerment and healing.

Three fun facts about me:
- I’m currently a junior at FAMU, majoring in Elementary Education.
- I love traveling and spending time with those close to me.
- I’m excited to share my knowledge and passion for reading with this organization!