Sarah Afua Cannon, Ph.D.
President
Dr. Sarah Afua Cannon, founder and co-director of Bridge the GapSci, is a pulmonary physiologist by training. With the goal of increasing diversity in the area of STEM, Dr. Cannon utilizes her experience as a black female scientist to develop the framework of the organization.
Josephine Garban, J.D., Ph.D.
Vice President
Dr. Josephine Garban, a molecular medicine scientist and co-Director of Bridge the GapSci, Dr. Garban utilizes her additional experience in Patent Law to provide innovative thinking to advance the organizational approach to enhance STEM education.
Shawntawnee Collins, M.S. Ph.D.
Secretary/Administrative Assistant
Since our founding, Dr. Shawntawnee Collins, an immunologist and co-Director of Bridge the GapSci, brings their years of experience and skills to the forefront in helping our organization grow and succeed.
Jamaal James, M.S., Ph.D.
Treasurer
Dr. Jamaal James, co-Director of Bridge the GapSci and a scientist in molecular medicine, has spent his career training junior scientists. His invaluable expertise in mentoring helps toward the organization's mission of developing future world leaders in STEM.
Kerry Belton, M.S., Ph.D.
Marketing/Public Relations
Dr. Kerry Belton, toxicologist and co-Director of Bridge the GapSci, uses his expertise in social media and public speaking to enhance the presence and representation of the organization to the public.