OFFICERS 2025-2027
Carol Watkins
President
With an undergraduate degree in Sociology, Carol also holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Averett University. Carol is qualified as a Master Trainer, administrator, and instructor for the MBTI Step II. She serves her church in several leadership capacities, most notably as an ordained Deacon. Carol serves as the CARF Compliance Officer for Clearview Counseling Services, Inc., a mental health services provider in Richmond, Virginia. She spends much of her time volunteering as Executive Director of ChambluCaps, a nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland. ChampluCaps is a community-driven organization that promotes the elimination of health disparities among the African American population. Carol has been a member of NCBW RMAC since 2016, and has served in a number of roles including VP of Membership (2021-2023), Ethics and Protocol Committee Chair, and served on the Bylaws, Fund Development, and Education committees locally. At the national level, Carol sits on the National Ethics Committee.
Sonji Rollins-Tucker
First Vice President
Sonji Rollins Tucker is a highly accomplished Licensed & Registered Investment Advisor
with a distinguished career in the financial services industry. Her extensive expertise in
financial planning, business development, and investments led her to establish SRT
Wealth Design Group, LLC, where she currently serves as Founder & Managing Director.
The firm specializes in creating comprehensive financial roadmaps and paths to financial
success for high-achieving women, offering services in financial planning, retirement
planning, investment management, life insurance, and small business benefits. Sonji holds
a Bachelor of Science in Finance, having attended both Hampton University and Strayer
University. Sonji is licensed with General Securities Series 7, Series 63, and Series 66
Investment Advisor licenses, as well as Life & Health Insurance licenses registered in
Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Texas. Sonji is also a certified financial
educator and provides speaking and financial education courses through EmpowerUs360.
Vacant
Second Vice President
Deborah Ransom
Third Vice President
Dr. Deborah Ransom is the 3rd Vice President of Membership for the National Coalition of
100 Black Women- Richmond Metropolitan Area (NCBW-RMA). Dr. Ransom joined the
Richmond Metropolitan Area Chapter of NCBW shortly after relocating to the Richmond
Area in 2024. Her membership in NCBW started in 2013 as a member of NCBW-in the
Prince William County Chapter. She served as Chairperson and Volunteer for Dumfries
Elementary School Girls’ Mentoring Program 2015-2021and a member of the Health and
Wellness Committee. She served as a member of the membership committee prior to
becoming 3rd VP of membership and volunteered for any needed assistance on the 2025
Gala for RMA. Since becoming a member, Dr. Ransom has spearheaded an anti-poverty
initiative with a non-profit program, Katie’s Soles.
Dr. Ransom has retired from her full-time position as Supervisor of Elementary Counseling
and Related Services in Prince William County Public Schools and continues to work with
PWCS through a grant providing Science Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) resources for schools with significant military-connected
students.
Valencia Townsend
Recording Secretary
Valencia is a committed scholar with an impressive academic background. She earned her Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management from Virginia State University. Supplementing her business education, she also holds an associate's degree in paralegal studies from the University of Richmond. Her educational achievements have provided her with the skills and knowledge to excel in diverse professional and community roles. Valencia is deeply invested in her community, especially in empowering young women. She serves as a mentor for the Roses and Wings Girls Mentoring Program based in Richmond, where she provides guidance and support to girls, helping them build confidence and leadership skills. Her commitment to youth development is a testament to her passion for nurturing future generations. Valencia has also demonstrated her leadership within her faith community. At Saint Paul's Baptist Church, she served as a lead in the children's ministry, organizing activities, fostering spiritual growth, and ensuring the well-being of the children in her care. Her work in the church highlights her compassion and dedication to service.
Vacant
Corresponding Secretary
Vacant
Financial Secretary
Delta R. Bowers, DM
Treasurer
Dr. Bowers is the Chartering President and the current Treasurer. In 1985, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Richmond Metropolitan Area Chapter’s chartering President, Dr. Delta R. Bowers, was introduced to the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW) by the late Diane Flannigan Montgomery in Washington, District of Columbia. Ms. Flannigan- Montgomery served as the President of the District of Columbia Coalition of Black Women at that time and was a dear family friend. Dr. Bowers admired the strength and the courage of the women of color who had undertaken the mission to establish such an organization that empowered women of color at that time; however, she believed that her commitment to the Coalition was not yet strong enough to achieve the goals of the organization. She is President of DRB & Associates Consultants, LLC and Independent Intergenerational Women of Color. She is the founder of Chickahominy River Women's Society. She sits on the Board of Trustees for Central International College.
Marquinette Jones
Parliamentarian
Marquinette Jones, known to many as Markie, is the Human Resources Director for HYPE Counseling Services, LLC, a mental and behavioral health provider dedicated to helping youth and adults develop the skills needed to live independently. HYPE, an acronym for Helping You Pursue Excellence, reflects the organization’s commitment to empowerment, growth, and long-term success. Markie attended Virginia State University and currently serves as Parliamentarian and Health Committee Chair for the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Richmond Metropolitan Chapter, where she supports initiatives that promote organizational excellence, wellness, and community impact. In addition to her work in human resources and leadership, Markie is a personal trainer and founder of Move with Markie, a fitness and wellness brand created to help individuals of all ages build strength, improve mobility, and find joy in movement. Her passion for fitness began through Sports Backers Fitness Warriors, a community-based program that inspired her to transform her love for wellness into a platform for motivation and encouragement.
Hope Elliott
Bylaws Chair
Hope’s career has been spent in fast-paced environments, serving in a variety of roles. She is currently a Senior Development Specialist for the VCU Health Pauley Heart Center. In that role she manages events, stewards donors and conducts board relations. Hope began her career in New York where she served as Finance Director for New York State Assembly and State Comptroller races. While there, she played an active role in the Manhattan Chapter of NCBW as Vice President of Membership. Now a Virginian, Hope has worked as Chief of Staff to members of Richmond City Council and the Virginia House of Delegates, and oversaw downstate operations and administration in the office of United States Senator James Webb. Hope earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is the proud mother of three adult children.
Carmen Daugherty
Nominating Chair
Carmen is a Cybersecurity professional with a broad knowledge of hardware, software, networking technologies to provide an effective combination of analysis, implementation, and support. Carmen is also a decorated U.S. Army veteran; she possesses 15 plus years of Active and Reserve military service; and served as a senior Non-Commissioned Officer in Civil Affairs in the first Persian Gulf War. Carmen also has over three years’ experience as a post-secondary school educator. Carmen’s focus on community has led her to a number of volunteer community activities and community leadership roles. Carmen has had a life-long interest in the Arts, and enjoys Volksmarching.
Gail McWilliams
Historian
Gail was appointed Historian in 2025. She also serves on the Health and Membership
committees. In past years she served on the Health, Gala, and Nominating committees.
Gail grew up as a military dependent, whose father served in the Air Force. After settling in
Hampton, VA, where she finished high school, Gail continued her education at Howard
University, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Her first career was with
IBM, in Computer Operations and Network control. Gail married Brian McWilliams in 1989 and eventually moved from Maryland to Chester, VA. Together they raised a daughter, Briana McWilliams, and a son, Alexander McWilliams. During this time, Gail engaged in her second career as a Claims professional in the Insurance industry, where she has remained for over 32 years, with plans to retire within two years. Gail became a grandmother in December 2025 and is excited!
Dr. Cheryl Ivey Green
Chaplain
Dr. Cheryl Ivey Green blends ministry and the work of the community. She currently serves as Executive Minister at the First Baptist Church of South Richmond and is a founding member of the National Coalition of 100 Black women where she currently serves as Chaplain.
Dr. Green is committed to serving the community. She has served as Senior Assistant to the Mayor of the City of Richmond, Chief of Staff for the Virginia House of Delegates and Executive Director for the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus Foundation.
She has served and held leadership roles for various boards and nonprofit organizations. She served on the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Board, Chair for the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority, past President of the Baptist Minister’s Conference of Richmond & Vicinity, and was appointed to serve on the Governor’s African American Advisory Board of Virginia, where she continues to serve. She also serves on the Board of The Balm in Gilead, a nonprofit which addresses health disparities in the African American community and currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Baptist General Convention.
Dr. Green holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Virginia Commonwealth University, a Master of Divinity degree from Virginia Union’s Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology and a Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary in Dayton Ohio.
Dr. Green believes her work in the church and the community is guided by the words of Jesus found in Luke 4:18, “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.”
Angela Snead
Co-Chaplain
Reverend Angela Trina Snead is an ordained pastor, faith-based empowerment coach,
educator, mentor and published author, with over two decades of experience supporting
individuals and families through seasons of growth, transition, and purpose.
Reverend Snead is the Founder of Angela Snead Empowerment (ASE) and the Founding
Pastor of Christ Fellowship International, a thriving ministry reaching individuals around
the world. Through Christ Fellowship International, she provides biblical teaching, pastoral
leadership, and discipleship, while also availing herself as a highly requested leadership
mentor to ministries overseas. Her approach to empowerment is holistic, grounded in the belief that true wholeness comes from tending to the mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, personal, and professional areas of life together. Drawing from her background in ministry, psychology,
education, and coaching, Reverend Snead blends Scripture with practical guidance that
meets people where they are. Through coaching, teaching, online Bible study, and community engagement, Reverend Snead creates thoughtful spaces that encourage reflection, growth, and purposeful living rooted in faith.