Education. Advocacy. Impact.

My story began with a diagnosis, but it did not end there.

After learning I carried BRCA2 and PMS2 gene mutations and being diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, I discovered firsthand how difficult it can be to access trusted information, navigate complex healthcare decisions, and advocate for yourself and your family.

What began as a personal journey became a mission.

Through The Advocate’s Table, I work to expand hereditary cancer awareness, promote early detection, elevate patient voices, and build bridges between lived experience, education, advocacy, and research.

Today, that work includes community engagement, legislative advocacy, public speaking, media appearances, patient advisory leadership, and educational initiatives that help individuals and families make informed decisions that can change lives.

I did not just survive. I turned my experience into action.

Impact At A Glance

🏆 OncoDaily Top 100 Most Influential Cancer Survivors

🎤 Speaker, Panelist, Community Advocate & Podcast Guest

📚 Published Articles, Educational Resources & Media Contributions

🏛 Legislative Advocacy for Cancer Awareness & Education

🔬 National Research & Patient Advisory Leadership

🤝 Board Service & Community Partnerships

ADVOCACY & LEADERSHIp

Advocacy, Leadership & Board Service

Through board service, patient advisory leadership, public speaking, and advocacy, I work to elevate patient voices, expand access to education and resources, and advance health equity in healthcare and community settings.

American Cancer Society (ACS)
- View Voices of Black Women Ambassador Work
- View Champion of Hope Leadership Role
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Executive Leadership Board Member
- ACS National Breast Cancer Roundtable Member
- ACS Cancer Action Network Volunteer
- ACS Black Volunteer Caucus
Brooksedge East Homeowner’s Association Leadership Board of Directors
- President (2025-2026)
- Secretary (2024)
Elephants and Tea Patient Advisory Committee
- View Patient Advisory Leadership
Franklin University BS Communications Advisory Board
- View Franklin University Advisory Contribution
Susan G. Komen Columbus Leadership Board
- Leadership Board Member
- View Komen Hope Breakfast Participation
Health Coalition | Omega Psi Phi Fraternity – Eta Nu Nu Chapter
- Coalition Member (2025-2026)
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – Iota Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter (Worthington, Ohio)
- Active Alumnae member
- Social Action Committee Member
- Awards & Recognition Committee Member
- Community service and health equity initiatives

Publications, Media & Thought Leadership

Sharing My Story, Changing Lives

My lived experience, advocacy, and thought leadership have been featured in publications that advance hereditary cancer awareness, health equity, survivorship, education, and patient empowerment.

featured publications

Lessons Learned Through Advocacy, Cancer & Community Leadership | Bold Journey
Central Ohio Woman’s Cancer Diagnosis Drives Her to Educate on Black Health Disparities | The Columbus Dispatch
Breast Cancer Patient Story | The James OSUCCC
World Cancer Day Publication | World Cancer Day 2025
Featured in Susan G. Komen Summer 2025 Newsletter Cover Story |
“Shanise Turned Her Breast Cancer Diagnosis Into Advocacy for the Black Community”
Featured in BGFC Magazine (May 2026 Edition) | Survivor Story & Advocacy Feature
Ending Breast Cancer Forever Social Media Posting Feature | Susan G. Komen & Komen Health Equity Revolution

national advocacy & health equity

Stand For H.E.R. Healthy Equity Revolution | Susan G. Komen
Breast Cancer Stories: Unconditional Love on Mother’s Day | Susan G. Komen
Father’s Day: Honoring the Men Who Stand Beside Us | Susan G. Komen
PSA for Breast Cancer Awareness Month | American Cancer Society
Shanise’s Breast Cancer Journey: Resilience, Advocacy and Hope | Susan G. Komen
BlackDoctor Cancer Awareness Summit Speaker | BlackDoctor with Shameika Rhymes
The Doctor Is In® Special Feature | Do You Really Understand the Importance of Your HERstory?

Published essays & personal Reflections

Does Everything Happen For a Reason? | Elephants and Tea Magazine
My Living Legacy: Advocacy Born from Survival | Elephants and Tea
Shanise’s Breast Cancer Journey: Resilience, Advocacy and Hope | Susan G. Komen
OncoDaily Voices Features

Newsletter & Editorial Leadership

PUBLIC SPEAKING, MEDIA & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Using My Voice to Drive Awareness & Action

Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, podcasts, webinars, media appearances, and community conversations, I share lived experience and advocacy expertise to advance hereditary cancer awareness, health equity, early detection, and patient empowerment.

Awards, Honors & Recognition

My advocacy, leadership, and commitment to advancing hereditary cancer awareness, health equity, and patient empowerment have been recognized by national, regional, and community organizations.

OncoDaily Top 100 Most Influential Cancer Survivors
Career Mastered 2026 National Women’s History Month Emerging Leaders Award
Career Mastered Top Entrepreneurial Woman to Watch 2025
Who’s Who In Black Columbus 2025 Honoree
Black Leaders Worldwide Women to Watch 2025
Black Impact Magazine 100 Entrepreneurs to Know for 2025
American Cancer Society Champion of Hope Award 2024
Susan G. Komen Summer 2025 Cover Feature
Featured in Susan G. Komen Marketing Campaigns
Featured in The James at Ohio State University Marketing Campaigns & Website

Legislative Advocacy: H.B. NO 28

Designate Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Advocacy is not just about raising awareness, it’s about changing systems. I have played a key role in supporting Ohio’s HB28 Bill, a groundbreaking initiative addressing healthcare equity and access.

Bill Status : Passed by Senate

Effective Date : March 20, 2025

Follow this Bill : The Ohio Senate 135th General Assembly – H.B. 28

Legislative Advocacy: H.B. NO 271

Enact Breast Examination and Screening Transformation (BEST) Act

Advocacy is not just about awareness, it is about pushing for real change, like supporting H.B. No. 271, which aims to ensure that all patients have equitable access to comprehensive breast screening methods, regardless of age, race, income, or zip code.

Bill Status : In House Committee Testimony

Effective Date : TBD

Follow this Bill : The Ohio Legislature 136th General Assembly