East Nashville Hope Exchange Board of Directors 
as of August 2024

Shonia Baugh (Treasurer) is a a freelance financial professional. She previously served as Financial Controller for The National Museum of African American Music. In her role she was responsible for assisting with controlling all financial operations. She obtained her B.S. in Accounting from University of Memphis and her M.B.A. with a concentration in Finance from University of Phoenix. Her past roles have been in Finance having worked for Hankook Tire America, Bridgestone America and various non-profits including St. Jude Hospital, The National Multiple Sclerosis Society. She currently resides in Davidson County with her 2 sons Xavier & Halo.
Mary Matthew Coffey (Secretary) is Program Director at Diverse Learners Cooperative. Mary works with school teams to design and facilitate meaningful programs that support students’ academic and behavioral needs. She is a former special education teacher, Teacher of the Year, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). With a perceptive ability to identify team dynamics and student needs, she has contributed critical support to move school teams closer toward meeting their diverse learner goals.
Sheneirka Edwards (Development Chair) is a tenured risk management professional. She helps organizations by proactively identifying and mitigating risks that have the potential to derail achievement of business goals and objectives. She has worked in the accounting, healthcare and banking industries. She currently works for a major technology company. Sheneirka attended the University of Mississippi where she earned a bachelor and a master’s degree in accounting. She is a native of Mississippi and has lived in Nashville since 2006.
Lauren McKenzie (Programming Chair) is a former early childhood educator who is passionate about ensuring all students have access to high-quality early learning experiences.  She holds a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies, a M.Ed. in Instructional Practice, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Texas within the Department of Education Leadership and Policy. Her research focuses on early childhood policy and family and community partnerships.  Lauren is currently supporting the Texas House of Representatives Early Childhood Caucus as the Director of Operations. ​
​Dr. LaToya Anderson is the Director of Field Immersion and Senior Lecturer in Vanderbilt University's Department of Teaching and Learning. After 15 years of experience teaching and coaching in MNPS elementary, middle, and high schools, she has remained committed to supporting new teachers and furthering literacy efforts in Nashville. She began her work with ENHE as a teacher in the 2013 summer program and has had the joy of continuing in various capacities over the years. She enjoys gardening, reading, and cooking with her sons, Jalen and Zion.
Katie Liggett has been a Nashville-based educator for 22 years. She is currently a second-grade teacher at Ida B Wells Elementary. She has been part of East Nashville Hope Exchange since 2008. Katie lives with her husband Eric and their 10-year-old son, Ian in East Nashville.  ​
Brandon Reid is Public Historian for the International African American Museum. He is a lifelong musician and scholar of Public History with a concentration on African American history, music, and culture, a focus that was nurtured by his time at Tennessee State University (TSU) earning a Bachelor of Arts in History and Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) earning a Masters of Arts in Public History (Concentration in Museum Management). In his former role as Assistant Director of Education at the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville, TN, he oversaw the department of education including creating and executing K-12, adult, senior, and teacher training programming.
Jordan Jones is a dedicated Registered Nurse at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. After gaining valuable experience in various cities and hospitals across the country as a travel nurse, she has returned to her roots in the vibrant East Nashville community. Jordan initially joined the East Nashville Hope Exchange (ENHE) as a passionate volunteer with the summer program. Now, as a new member of the board, she is thrilled to deepen her involvement and explore even more ways to support and uplift this incredible organization. Jordan is eager to bring her healthcare expertise and commitment to service to further ENHE's mission and make a positive impact in the lives of local families and children.
Katie Struzick is the general manager and events coordinator for popular East Nashville restaurant, Lockeland Table.  She is an active supporter of childhood literacy, having served as both a tutor and board member with Margaret Maddox, where she helped raise money to directly benefit the programs sponsored and offered by the YMCA, supported directors and staff members, and helped to organize and execute events.
Annette Bullard is an IT professional, former Sr. Technical Product Analyst with HealthTrust and part-time Fisk University Adjunct, teaching Introduction to Information Systems.  As an IT consultant she completed several projects with local corporations including American General, Asurion, Bridgestone Firestone, HCA and the initial TN Lottery launch. She has volunteered with Nashville Habitat for Humanities on several builds, Music City Grand Prix and Stuff the Bus. A graduate of Syracuse University with a Bachelor Arts in Management Information Systems and Masters of Science degree from Strayer University-Information Systems. An avid reader of mysteries, autobiographies, a basketball enthusiast and coached youth basketball with the YMCA.
Amanda Lochtefeld (Intern) is a Certified Public Accounting serving as the Finance Integration and Internal Controls Manager at Holcim Building Products. She has a Bachelors of Science from the University of Dayton in Accounting and Operations & Supply Chain Management. Literacy has been a passion of hers as a child and throughout her life. In addition to being an intern on the ENHE board, she serves on the board for the Nashville Junior Chamber and Nashville Children's Theater.
Not Pictured:
  • Kenya Payne - Teacher For America
  • Rev. Sarah Reynolds - Rector, St. Ann's Episcopal​
  • Alexander LaBelle (Intern)- Vanderbilt, Owen Board Fellows