Board of Directors

Beth Hawkins

Beth is a national education reporter and provides educational consultation and social media support. She is the chair of Cultural Jambalaya’s Board of Directors and is on the Executive Committee.

Rachel Hicks

Rachel is the director of communications and public relations at Intermediate District 287. She provides educational consultation and social media support.

Ann Merrill

Ann Merrill is the director of external relations at American Indian OIC. She provides cultural diversity and communications guidance.

Colleen Needles Steward

Colleen is the CEO of Tremendous! Entertainment. She provides production support and produces Cultural Jambalaya’s Windows & Mirrors videos series.

Bondo Nyembwe

Bondo is the executive director of educational services for the Columbia Heights School District. He provides cultural diversity and educational consultation.

Gail Shore

Gail is the president of Shore to Shore Communications, Inc. and Cultural Jambalaya’s founder and executive director. Gail manages day-to-day operations.

Jennifer Verly

Jen is a principal at DS+B Accountants and is on Cultural Jambalaya’s Executive Committee. She provides financial consultation.