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Chapter Leadership

• President - Gerri Lyons
  Gerri S. Lyons is a medical sales representative with Alcon Laboratories, Inc. She is a 2007 President’s Club winner, currently ranked number 15 out of over 240 sales representatives within her division; and is a top performer within her district. Gerri has a strong history of sales experience in a variety of areas including pharmaceutical, healthcare, employment services as well as property and casualty insurance combined. She holds a Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in Corporate Communication from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a Bachelors of Science in Communication from Pace University. She has been awarded Sales Manager of the quarter on several occasions at her previous company and has been recognized with an award for her efforts in going “Above and Beyond.”
   

• Vice President of Finance - Reginald Davis
  Reginald Davis is co-founder of Productive Business Solutions, Inc. As an authorized Xerox Sales Agency – Dealership, his Company works with various clients to upgrade their business with information technology that will allow them to become more efficient in their operation. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, Reginald held several positions with the Xerox Corporation, from marketing representative to major account manager. He was also responsible for supporting and training five sales districts in NY City, Long Island, and Tarrytown. During his tenure with Xerox he was awarded the President’s Club recognition three times for his outstanding sales performance. Reginald is a graduate of Rutgers University, with a degree in human ecology. He currently sits on several Boards in his community of East Orange New Jersey.
   

• Vice President of Events - Angel Crawford
  Angel L. Crawford is a Project Manager with Morgan Stanley. In addition, she has her own entertainment business-OneSource Resource, Inc. She has years of sales and managerial experience. Ms. Crawford is known as a humanitarian and philanthropist for several worthy causes and sits on several committees. She graduated with a Bachelors of Science with a concentration in Computer Information Systems.
   

• Treasurer - Richard O'Neal
  Richard O’Neal is a Senior Territory Business Manager at Bristol-Myers Squibb working in the field of oncology. He has over 25 years of sales and marketing experience ranging from consumer electronics, insurance sales, and financial products, with the last 17 years in the pharmaceutical industry. He has won many leadership, district and regional awards and trips and 4 Best Performer (top in the country) award trips. He is a member of several national business associations and Omega Psi Phi fraternity.
   

• Corresponding Secretary - Katia Barnave
  Katia Barnave has an MBA and a Bachelors Degree in Health Administration. She has worked in a service sales/clinical capacity as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Currently, Katia works at GlaxoSmithKline in the Consumer Health Division. Katia's aspirations are to fine tune her skills so she can progress in the Biological Division and contribute to society.
   

• Communications Chairman - Carl Wright
  Carl Wright is a Neuroscience Specialist with the Metabolic Division of Johnson & Johnson and has over 23 years of sales experience. He is a recipient of eight “Top Honor” awards, five “Top Producer” awards, and has been awarded the “President’s Trophy” on three occasions. He holds a B.A. Degree in Communication/Broadcast Journalism and an M.S. in Health Management.
   

• Sponsor Development Chairman - Jason Murray
  Jason joined Merrill Lynch in 2006.  Prior to his experience at Merrill Lynch, Jason has twenty-two years of professional sales experience in various industries, including consumer goods, air courier services, publishing, pharmaceuticals and financial services.  During Jason’s prior career, Jason served as an Assistant Vice President in the business banking division of a major financial institution. Jason is currently Series 7, 66 and life & health insurance licensed. He is a graduate of Marist College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.  Jason was the recipient of The Network Journal’s 40 Under Forty Achievement Award in 2000.  He is a member of the N.A.A.C.P.-Bergen County Chapter, the National Sales Network and the Order of the Feather Fraternity, a rites of passage program, mentoring youths through leadership skills training.
   

• Marketing Committee Chair - Debra Wills
  A versatile, multitalented sales executive, entrepreneur and leader. Experienced in building sales teams and start-up operations. Consistent success in development and strategy, spearheading start-up operations in telecommunications projects and operations. Extremely personable with high energy and self direction. Strong background in general management and strategic planning. Various positions held with organizations as Account Executive, Senior Account Executive, Branch Manager, General Manager and Business Development Specialist. B.S. Ohio State University, MBA General Management Dowling College
   

• Mentoring Committee Chair - Natasha Henry
  In 1999 Natasha graduated from Rutgers University with a dual major in English and French Studies. In 2001, Natasha graduated from Purdue University with a Masters in Human Resources.  Natasha spent three years with Ingersoll Rand Corporation in their Leadership Development Program, initially at Torrington Company in Torrington, CT, then Hussmann Corporation in Atlanta, Georgia, and Finally, as HR Manager for Hussmann Corporation in Montgomery, Alabama. In 2004, she left Ingersoll Rand and she started her own business, Henry Executive Recruting Inc; A Company that recruits diversity professionals. Natasha also co-founded the Black America Business Association with Michael Odi in 2006, and is currently its Chairman of the Board  Favorite quote: Psalm 91:1 "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty."
   

• Membership Committee Chair - Adrian Hawkins
  Adrian Hawkins began his twenty year career at Novartis as a student intern, and was recognized for his ongoing leadership in driving Diversity and Inclusion initiatives at NPC and in the community. Hawkins was also participates in the Black MBA Recruiting Program within NPC, and with several community activities that help make a difference in the lives of others: the New Jersey Minority Achievers program; the Three Doctors Foundation; the Community FoodBank of New Jersey; and several board appointments. He also Co-Chair’s/Chair’s a few NPC Employee Resource Groups and a National Field Diversity Council. Adrian Hawkins has the execution expertise and passion to be involved within the greater community and strives to “make a difference”. He is originally a native of Newark, NJ, currently resides in Hillside, NJ. and holds a B.S. degree in Information Technology from Kean University.
   

• Board Member at Large - Ron Coursey
  Ron Coursey joined the NJ/NY Metro Chapter of NSN in 2006. Ron is a Senior Business Director for the Northeast Region, Primary Care Sales E Team with Merck & Company, Inc. He has worked at Merck for 11 years and has served in the following positions prior to his current assignment: Professional Sales Representative, Region Sales Analyst, Business Manager, and Senior Manager of Sales Planning. Prior to joining Merck, Ron was an officer of the United States Army. He served for a combined 7 years of active and reserve duty in various positions of increased responsibility: Scout Platoon Leader, Finance Disbursing office, Headquarters Detachment Commander, and Battalion Personnel Officer. Ron is a graduate of Florida A&M University and holds a B.A. degree in Business Administration
   

• Board Member at Large  - Joseph Vinson
  Joe Vinson is a 17 year sales professional whose work experience includes positions at Rorer, Ciba-Geigy and presently at Janssen Pharmaceutica. Working in the CNS division of Janssen for the past 10 years, Joe has participated on 4 President Trophy winning teams and received numerous district and regional awards. His current responsibilities as chairman of the NJ/NY Metro chapter is to drive the long-term vision of the organization by recommending and implementing ideas and programs that ensures the execution and integrity of the NSN mission.