Sankofa Training & Wellness Institute

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.

Meet Our Team – Sankofa Training & Wellness Institute

Sankofa Training & Wellness Institute

Meet Our Team

Sandra M. Robinson

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 Gerhards

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

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

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

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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Team Quote
"Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." – Henry Ford