At Sankofa Training & Wellness Institute, our team is composed of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing top-tier service and care. Each member brings unique skills and experiences that help us exceed our clients’ expectations every day.
Sankofa Training & Wellness Institute
Meet Our Team
Suprena Hickman, RN
Chief Executive Officer
Nurse Entrepreneur with 26 years of experience. She founded a vocational school and supports women entrepreneurs, with a mission to transform healthcare through resilience and holistic wellness.
Sandra M. Robinson, MSN, RN
Nurse Educator
Nearly five decades of nursing and teaching experience. Former hospital Nursing Supervisor and Nursing Educator at UNCW, she has been with Sankofa since the beginning — a lifelong mentor to future caregivers.
Melissa "Missy Jo" Gerhards, RN
Nurse Educator
Nearly 50 years as an RN across hospitals, long-term care, and dementia units. Certified CNA Trainer, CPR Instructor, and Alzheimer's Disease Trainer passionate about growing future healthcare professionals.
Adrienne Bryant, RN
Nurse Educator
Registered Nurse since 1977 with 16 years in the ICU and decades in cardiac open-heart, vascular, and orthopedic surgery. Her compassion and clinical excellence continue in outpatient surgery today.
Wendy Adkins, MSN-NE, RN
Nurse Educator
Nurse since 2007, with experience across acute care, long-term care, and outpatient clinics. An extensive background in obstetrical nursing. She began as a CNA and is committed to guiding those exploring their healthcare career.
Rose Carabio
Virtual Admin Assistant
Virtual Assistant skilled in administrative support and project management, helping Sankofa stay organized and efficient. Brings a love for creative design work and systems thinking to every task.
Become Part of Our Instructors Team!
Are you passionate about teaching and making a difference in students' lives? We’re looking for dedicated instructors to join our team! If you have the expertise and enthusiasm to inspire, we’d love to hear from you.
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