Junior Board testMichael Fisher2023-03-03T21:20:57+00:00 OUR JUNIOR BOARD IS A WONDERFUL WAY TO MAKE A TANGIBLE DIFFERENCE AT OASIS AND IN OUR COMMUNITY. JUNIOR BOARD MEMBERS ARE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 21 – 39 AND HAVE A PASSIONATE INTEREST IN HELPING IMPROVE THE LIVES OF OTHERS. Junior Board Officers Maeve Adams President Travelers Juliana HarlessVP Marketing Madison Energy Investments Madison Field, J.D.Secretary Balch Bingham LLP Jennifer FisherVP of Operations/ArtCard Chair MotionMobs Mary Hendon YelvertonVP of Membership Rezult Group Junior Board Members Logan Anez-Chair Art Acquisition Lakeshore Benefit Alliance Adelaide Copeland Shipt Dianna Bai DelaRosa Persado Mary Wallace Hannon-Past President Regions Alex Herringdon Southern Copper & Supply Co. Inc. Jane Gray Eiland The Literacy Council Gigi Hayes Birmingham School of Law Theresa Hickman Life Line Solutions LLC Mary Susan Cashio Houston Gusty Gulas Group Babe Mobley Community Volunteer Emma Keenum Protective Life Corporation Jasmine Sledge Alabama Power Carolyn Williams Economic Development Partnership of AL Jenna Zoghby American Health Imaging Jan WilliamsOwnerMaeve AdamsPresidentTravelersJennifer FisherVP of Operations/ArtCard ChairMotionMobs Kathryn BowdenM. Ed, J.D. – Executive Director Kathryn joined the Oasis staff in January 2006. She has a J. D. from Cumberland School of Law and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Alabama. At Alabama, Kathryn was an Honors Scholar with a specialization in Women’s Studies. Ten years after receiving her law degree, she returned to college and earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling at Auburn University. Her prior experience includes the private practice of family law and service as Executive Director of two statewide nonprofits. Her special expertise in regulatory issues includes terms as an attorney for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the U.S. Department of the Interior, and SONAT Inc. Her expertise in public relations includes her role as press secretary for two statewide political campaigns. Kathryn is a Robert Wood Johnson Ladder to Leadership Fellow and a Momentum graduate. Ms. Bowden’s business background, as well as her legal and nonprofit experience, combined with her education and personal passion for supporting women and children makes her the perfect fit as the manager of an organization dedicated to the well-being of women and children. Shenitha HintonMS, LPC, NCC – Clinical Director Shenitha is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She earned her Master of Science degree in Counseling from Faulkner University, and a Graduate Certificate in Couples, Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Shenitha adopts a collaborative leadership style. As mentor and supervisor, she acknowledges the gifts of each counselor while challenging them and fostering their growth and development. Prior to being named Clinical Director, Shenitha served as Counselor and Intake Coordinator at Oasis. Her clinical work includes adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, identity concerns, and relational problems. She has advanced clinical training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Bowen Family Systems, Gottman Method, and other evidence-based practices. Other areas of experience and special interests include engaging and working with BIPOC and other underepresented communities. Shenitha finds great fulfillment working with older adults and volunteering. Jeri P. KyleDirector of Development and Communications Jeri previously served as the Oasis Office Manager, handling the administrative functions for operations, human resources, and facility management. Her community volunteer experience includes ten years with Junior League of Birmingham, serving on the Executive Board and serving as Co-Chair of the largest fundraiser, the Antiques and Garden Show. She recently served as Chair of the Gala for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). She was a member of the Beeson Grant Committee with Canterbury Methodist Church and served as Chair of the Mt. Brook School System’s Special Education Advisory Committee. Jeri has a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Auburn University. She was employed by Arthur Andersen Consulting, Hayes Microcomputer Products, MSA Software, and was the owner of a payroll service for small businesses.