2025 Sponsors
We extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support of the 10th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference. Your commitment to advancing trauma-informed practices has made this event possible, allowing us to bring together professionals dedicated to promoting healing and resilience.
Prestige Professional Development & Consulting's story began with a passion for helping businesses of all sizes succeed.
Since 1963, Mental Health Association of South Mississippi has been assisting people who are experiencing mental health conditions.
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is committed to making available a comprehensive system of services and supports, so all Mississippians have access to the least restrictive and most appropriate level of services and supports that will meet their needs.
The Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities (MSCDD) promotes a better quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Join us in making a difference by becoming a sponsor of the 11th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference. Your sponsorship not only enhances the conference experience but also plays a crucial role in supporting the well-being of individuals and communities affected by trauma.
Planning Committee
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated members of our Planning Committee, whose tireless efforts have made the 10th Annual Trauma Informed Care Conference a reality. Their vision, passion, and expertise have shaped this event into a premier gathering for professionals committed to trauma-informed care. We are grateful for their leadership and the countless hours they’ve invested to ensure a meaningful and impactful experience for all attendees.
Matt Anderson, VA Hospital
Dr. Fran Baker, Retired
Misty Bell, Mississippi Department of Mental Health
Willie Mae Berry, Mississippi Department of Mental Health
Kathy Burk, Retired Social Worker
Dr. Gerri Cannon-Smith, Innovative Health Strategies
Jackie Chatmon, Prestige Professional Development and Consulting
Ingrid Cloy, NAMI Mississippi Consultant
Rhonda Davis
Jamie Hines, Southern Christian Services
Hollie Jeffery, ACE Institute
Dr. Theresia Johnson-Ratliff, Combined Human Support Services, Inc.
Dr. Wendy Mahoney, Divine Strategies, LLC
Jamaal Murriel, Jackson Comprehensive Treatment Center
Dwayne Nelson, Mississippi Department of Mental Health
Dr. Gwen Prater, Retired
Katherine Simmons, Mississippi Department of Mental Health
Dr. Talya Straughter, Garden of Confidence, LLC
Tameka Tobias, Tobias & Co. Training & Consulting
Rod Thurman, Logistics Coordinator, MSPHI
Tabitha Walls, Covington County Schools
Teresa Williams, Southern Christian Services
Melody Worsham, Mental Health Association of South MS
Nancy Luke, Mississippi Department of Mental Health
Meet the 2025 Trauma Champions!
Shalonda Carlisle, Ruth Drake, Mzrena Price, and Candice Smith
These individuals were selected for their dedication to the Trauma-Informed Care Conference and for recognizing the need to implement trauma-informed practices. These individuals dedicate themselves to garnering support for the adoption of trauma-informed strategies in their jobs and communities.