Volunteer

Adrene is an experienced community and economic developer with a background in training and development. She has played a key role in the creation of content that has helped to connect military bases and defense communities specifically tailored toward workforce development. 

As an Air Force veteran and military spouse, she placed a heavy emphasis on the need to work with transitioning veterans and their families to help overcome un/underemployment. Given her experience with the military and her experience working with local industries she was able to create pipelines between various organizations and local military installations. 

With a combination of continued education and experience she has been able to strengthen her focus and be a part of some amazing teams. 

Rosa L. Carmona was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico and lived there until 2002. Her education includes 4 years in Industrial Chemistry and various educational certificates in the Human Resources field. In 2002, she moved to the United States with her husband who is a commissioned officer in the U.S. Coast Guard. Since then, she has served as a mentor to many military spouses within the Hispanic community to ensure that they have the understanding and awareness of the many benefits and potential challenges while serving in the military. She volunteered her time at schools to help teachers and staff members with daily tasks while serving as an ambassador for new families joining the school.  At one point, she tried to start her own business and realized how difficult the process was for a military spouse due to recurring transfer orders, lack of time in the area, etc. Her passion to advocate for the Hispanic community coupled with 20 plus years of experience as military spouse have equipped her with the knowledge and understanding of the many challenges new military families may encounter.  Been there, done that, right? Her creative mindset is always looking for new ways to give back and help others. She enjoys embroidery, arts and crafts, cooking and traveling with her family.   

Stephanie Gerson grew up in Southern California and went to college in beautiful Monterey where she graduated with a BA in Global Studies with a Business Minor. After college she stayed in Monterey to explore the area and pursue her career in tourism by working at a hostel and a hotel. Shortly after graduating, she met her soon to be spouse, a Marine who also had a passion for exploring. Determined to not let the transient military life stop her from building her resume, she continued her education with a Non-Profit Management and Grant Writing Certificate. She was also able to explore other career paths and found an opportunity to be a travel agent. She now is an independent travel agent under Passports and Pinots and most recently received a Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism Management. Giving back to the military community is also very important to her and she has volunteered with several spouses club’s and is currently on the Stuttgart Community Spouses Club board. She continues to pursue her main passion in community development and tourism management, all while finding time to travel with her husband and 2 young children. 

TaTanisha Jones-Brown was born in Lubbock, Texas and raised in Sacramento, CA. In 1997, TaTanisha began working with military families at Nellis AFB, in Las Vegas, NV. Her education includes an a AAS in Education and a BS in Public Health.  She is an active volunteer and has a love for traveling and photography. TaTanisha knows her passion in life is helping her community and supporting military families.  She has prided herself in growing into a self-motivated, analytical, and detailed-oriented Child Development Specialist with over 10 years of experience on managing military childcare programs.  She excles in coordinating, managing daily operations, overseeing administrative functions, mentoring personnel, and providing effective resources for military families. As the widow of  a retired Master Sergeant of the Air Force, TaTanisha appreciates the importance of resources, unity and being an active part of the amazing military community.