Talonda Rogers
Founder and CEO
Founder and CEO
Talonda is a dedicated, focused, and detail-oriented nursing professional with a career spanning 16 years in clinical practice and education. Her journey began as a student in the program she now leads as Director. After becoming an LPN in 2009 and an RN in 2013, Talonda earned her MSN in 2018, returning to her alma mater as a faculty member in 2019. Driven by her passion to address the nursing and nursing instructor shortage, she finds joy in teaching the world's future nurses and was appointed Director of the nursing program in 2025.
During the 2020 pandemic, Talonda authored her first book, "Nursing School: What I Learned May Make Your Life Easier." dedicating it to her nursing students. The book became an Amazon Best Seller and continues to guide aspiring nurses through their educational journey.
Beyond her academic contributions, Talonda founded 4th Trimester MOMMIE to address the critical gap in postpartum care. Recognizing that new mothers receive insufficient support during the crucial first months after giving birth—the "4th Trimester"—she created this organization to provide much-needed resources and advocacy for maternal health.
The Story Behind the Brand
Twenty-five years ago, Talonda experienced a profound loss that would forever shape her life's purpose. During her pregnancy, she noticed concerning symptoms—blurred vision, excessive thirst, and decreased fetal movement—and diligently reported them to her doctor. Despite her advocacy, her worries were dismissed. Tragically, this medical negligence resulted in the stillbirth of her son, Brandon.
This heartbreaking experience became the catalyst for Talonda's career in nursing. Fueled by the stark reality of disproportionately high mortality rates among Black women during childbirth, she committed herself to creating meaningful change. Today, she leverages her unique perspective—both as a patient who experienced loss and as a healthcare professional—to advocate for better maternal care and ensure other women's voices are heard when they speak up about their health concerns.
Our Mission
To educate, empower, and be a voice for women. To advocate for positive and optimal health outcomes during and after pregnancy, and after pregnancy or infant loss. Through research, programs, and direct support, we will elevate the awareness of complications impacting historically vulnerable communities and work to change the narrative and ensure the best care possible for all women and their families.
Our Vision
Through continuous education, advocacy, and care, no mother will die from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth.
Meet the Team
Inaugural Board of Directors, Officers
Rohan Wright
Board President
Rohan Wright is presently CEO of Ramsey M&T Solutions. He is successfully guiding MOMMIE towards achieving its goals of increasing awareness about the mental health and the physical complications that occur during the 4th trimester for many mothers and reducing the stigma associated with it. His goal as President is to bring in the necessary resources to make a change and continue to leverage his expertise in the non-profit sector by building relationships with the centers of influence within our communities. Through strategic planning, fundraising, and collaboration with healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community leaders it’s his objective to push the agenda forward. He is optimistic about the significant impact MOMMIE is poised to make for the better.
Arkell Lucas
Board Vice President
Arkell Lucas, CNM humbly serves as VP of the Board of the MOMMIE organization. She became a Registered Nurse in 2008 and found her passion for women's health in 2010, working in labor and delivery. In 2019, she graduated from the University of Cincinnati with her Master's degree in Midwifery and is currently working at Valley Forge Ob/GYN in Phoenixville, PA. "Working to bring the importance of the 4th trimester to light is a necessary piece/peace of healing and growing our communities that I am proud to be a part of."
Khristina Barnes
Board Treasurer
Khristina Barnes is currently a Director of Finance who provides fiscal oversight of federal and state grants of a corporation. She has more than 20 years of experience in auditing and accounting, as well as individual and small business taxation. Khristina is also the founder of KMB Tax and Accounting Services, LLC, where she provides tax preparation services, tax planning and consultation, and educational seminars as a way of giving back to the community.
Markysha Briscoe
Board Secretary
Markysha Briscoe serves as the Board Secretary. She has over fifteen years of Human Resources experience, with a focus on Talent Management, Learning, and Talent Development. She currently leads all functionality of a learning management system that supports the personal and professional development of over 4,500 global employees. Markysha owns and manages a small business with her spouse serving the auto industry.
Aaron Proietti
General Board Member
Aaron Proietti is the founder of Today's Innovator, with a mission to unlock the potential in people to make the world a better place. Aaron is a speaker on the topics of Innovation, Disruption, and Change. He serves on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the United Way of Chester County and is Chairman of the Board of Management for YMCA Camp Cory. Aaron coaches several nonprofits, startups, and leaders to achieve their next level in driving meaningful change.
Sharae Fulton-Wollor
General Board Member
Sharae is a newly registered Family Nurse Practitioner with experience working as a bedside nurse in postpartum care. While working in maternity care in underserved communities, she has seen firsthand how healthcare disparities can negatively influence health outcomes. As a result, her goal on this board is to help develop interventions that will be implemented to not only help postpartum mothers but also intrapartum mothers.
Victoria L. Wilson
General Board Member
Victoria is a women's health nurse practitioner with 34 years of experience providing high-quality OB/GYN care to women of all life stages. Her extensive experience gives her a unique perspective on current evidence-based medicine, which will positively impact the health outcomes of our target group. Throughout her career, she has established professional relationships with multiple OB/GYN providers across the country, which will help facilitate awareness and collaboration. Victoria also works for one of the top 10 Obstetrical healthcare institutions in our country, Penn Medicine. Victoria's role as a nurse practitioner allows her close access to administration, enabling her to set up meetings to introduce the 4th Trimester MOMMIE. She has dedicated her career to working with underserved communities and is committed to combating health disparities while promoting health and wellness.
Sarah Ungeheuer
General Board Member
Sarah Ungeheuer is originally from Coatesville, PA, but resides in New York City. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2016 and obtained her law degree from Seton Hall in 2020. Following graduation, she completed a year-long public interest fellowship at New York Legal Assistance Group in the Immigrant Protection Unit before starting her role as an associate in the Complex Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group at Orrick, Herrington, and Sutcliffe.
Sarah spent 2023 on secondment at Goldman Sachs in their legal division and returned to Orrick this year. At Orrick, she maintains a robust pro bono practice, with a specific focus on prisoners' and immigrants' rights.
Dr. Mark G. Martens
General Board Member
Dr. Martens is an experienced OB-GYN practitioner, who has held various leadership roles such as Chair, Dean, and Women's Service Line Director. Dr. Martens has always focused on addressing and reducing maternal mortality within his institution. Through years of experience, he has successfully translated his analysis and plans into action, resulting in achieving the lowest maternal mortality rate for a hospital during his tenure as Chair. Dr. Martens is actively involved in state and national maternal mortality committees and is dedicated to training colleagues to prioritize maternal mortality.
Dr. Martens is driven by the goal of advocating for the preventability of the majority of maternal mortality cases and believes in the necessity of dedicated focus and unwavering commitment to address this issue. He sees the 4th Trimester MOMMIE as the perfect platform to collaborate with like-minded individuals and further his goals in maternal health advocacy.
Luna I. Mishoe, IV
General Board Member
Luna I. Mishoe IV, CPA, is a consultant specializing in governance, risk management, and financial reporting compliance for organizations across automotive, healthcare, technology, and life sciences industries. An alumnus of the University of Maryland, Central Michigan University, and Delaware State University, he brings valuable experience working with boards and audit committees. His deep connection to healthcare comes from his family legacy, including being a descendant of Hattie Mishoe (namesake of Delaware State University's Hall of Nursing) and medical professionals who dedicated their careers to serving underserved communities. Luna's professional expertise and personal commitment to community service make him an invaluable addition to our board.
Nina Bailey-Fletcher
General Board Member
Nina Bailey-Fletcher is an accomplished progressive jazz artist, motivational speaker specializing in universal and natural laws, and a passionate advocate for plant-dominant nutrition. For over 15 years, she has enriched the Tri-State area through events promoting clean music, healthy lifestyles, and positive approaches to personal growth. As a General Board Member of 4th Trimester MOMMIE, Nina extends her commitment to wellness into maternal health support. She also leverages her financial expertise as a Freelance Consulting CFO, providing small businesses with strategic financial guidance and marketing insights to help them thrive.