Membership development team

My name is Tammy Shields, also known as KanD13D, and I am originally from upstate New York. After serving in the Army as a Military Firefighter, I chose to make Fayetteville, NC my home. I am the proud mother of three adult children who are growing into upstanding citizens.

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I graduated Cum Laude from American Military University with a BA in Psychology and earned my Master's in Trauma Counseling, also Cum Laude from Liberty University. Recently, I retired from being a Psychometrist with the Department of Veteran Affairs after 24 years. But I still choose to work part time. I serve as a Critical Care Representative at Cape Fear Valley Hospital. A level 3 Trauma Center, which is also one of the top 10 busiest hospitals across the nation. 

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I am passionate about volunteering and deeply love my community. My sorority journey began with Zeta Phi Beta Inc., one of the Divine Nine collegiate sororities. Recently, I was inducted into Alpha Eta Phi MS Sorority Inc., where I serve as an Assistant Intake Coordinator. I joined Elevated Elegance AEP in the Fall of 2023 and am moved up the ranks to being apart of leadership. I serve as the Lead Intake Coordinator, as well as serving as the Lead for the Team Building Committee. I am also an avid member of the Events committee. The scripture that keeps me going is: "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)

Hello, my name is Tonya S. Jackson. I am from DeRidder, Louisiana. I graduated from Louisiana Tech University, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA). I also hold a Certified Professional Medical Coder (CPC) license. And I have been happily married to my husband, Michael for over 33 years. I have one son, stepson and one goddaughter. 

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I am currently the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Officer for Bayne Jones Army Community Hospital (BJACH,) and remote CPC contract coder for four hospitals.

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My Sorority life began as the deuce for the 2018 Adoring Radiance line, Kings Esther’s Graduate Chapter of Theta Phi Sigma Christian Sorority Incorporated, known as Radiant Warrior. I was inducted into Alpha Eta Phi MS Sorority Inc, on November 1, 2025, as D3Lite’fUL, the ace of the PH3noM!nal FyVe line.

I am grateful for the raising and knowledge of living a humble life and working hard, from my loving late grandparents, late mother and late father. Family was everything to me as a youth. 

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In my spare time, my community service consists of donating and supporting the local hospital, nursing homes, women’s shelter, crisis pregnancy center, among many others.

My favorite Scripture is  Romans 8:28  “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”

I am the author of two motivational books on “What doesn’t Break you, Motivates you,” “If it doesn’t Break you, it Keeps you,” and contributing author of a scriptural anthology: “Queens Supporting Queens.”

An Alabama native now living in Maryland, Sonya C. Ponds is a workforce development leader, trainer, and counselor with a PhD in Counseling and Psychological Studies from Regent University. She designs engaging learning experiences that help individuals and organizations grow with clarity and purpose. As an HR Specialist in Workforce Support and Development, she leads initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, support employee development, and enhance organizational effectiveness across complex systems.

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Her work is grounded in her research on belongingness and its impact on growth and development. Sonya is known for creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and encouraged to move beyond surviving and begin thriving. She believes her life’s purpose is to help adult learners move from optimal to phenomenal through the power of curiosity and authentic connection. 

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Sonya's favorite Bible verse reminds us that our calling does not always require grand gestures. Through simple and meaningful acts of service, we can make a difference in the lives of others:  "I thank my God every time I remember you." Philippians 1:3 (ESV)

She joined Alpha Eta Phi in November 2025. 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyacponds/

Sheila Campbell is originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in South Carolina. She proudly serves as an Assistant Intake Coordinator for Alpha Eta Phi Multiple Sclerosis Sorority, Incorporated, where she is dedicated to supporting individuals affected by Multiple Sclerosis and advancing the organization’s mission.

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Diagnosed with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS) in 2012, Sheila has transformed her personal journey into a platform for advocacy, education, and empowerment. Her experience with MS has strengthened her resilience and deepened her commitment to raising awareness about the challenges faced by individuals and families living with the disease.

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A devoted mother of three successful adult children and grandmother of three grandchildren, Sheila draws daily inspiration from her family. Guided by faith, perseverance, and a belief in taking life one step at a time, she is passionate about helping others navigate their own journeys with confidence and hope.

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Through her work with Alpha Eta Phi, Sheila strives to cultivate leadership, strengthen sisterhood, and serve as a compassionate advocate, using her experiences to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the MS community.

Hello My name is Tamesha Hanks . I’m originally from Alabama —a country girl at my core, rooted in strength, resilience, and faith. I stand proudly as the wife of a deeply supportive husband, and I’ve dedicated my life to the medical field since the age of 19—serving others has always been a part of who I am.

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In 2024, my life shifted when I was diagnosed with MS. What began as uncertainty turned into a journey marked by challenges, revelations, and undeniable growth. This path hasn’t been easy—but it has been purposeful. It gave me answers I had been searching for and confirmed that my body was speaking long before I had the words to understand it.

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But even in the midst of diagnosis, something powerful was born—purpose, sisterhood, and a calling greater than myself.

In Fall 2025, I became a proud member of Alpha Eta Phi—the first and only sorority created exclusively for women living with Multiple Sclerosis. This sisterhood is more than an organization—it is a movement. A force. A voice for women who refuse to be defined by their diagnosis.

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I am humbled. I am honored. And I am grateful beyond words to stand among women who uplift, advocate, and fight—not just for themselves, but for every woman battling MS.

 

I don’t just believe in this—I live it:

“Stand up and be a voice for others when they’re unable to stand and speak for themselves.”

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And I will continue to stand—unshaken, unapologetic, and unafraid.