Board & staff

Meet the board and staff of Pink-4-Ever

Executive director

LISA HAYES

Lisa R. Hayes is the Executive Director of Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities. She is also the Director of Women’s Health at Gennesaret Free Clinic. Lisa has over 20 years of experience serving socio-economically challenged populations as a lawyer, manager, advocate and community collaborator. She is a certified patient navigator and certified community health worker. Lisa was instrumental in establishing the R.E.D. (Reaching to End Disparities) Alliance, a non-profit organization with the mission to eliminate late-stage diagnoses and breast cancer deaths for Black women in Indianapolis and was named as its Executive Director in 2017. In July 2021, the R.E.D. Alliance and Pink-4-Ever, Inc., another breast cancer focused non-profit, merged, creating Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities. The two organizations combined all their existing programs and initiatives, their strengths and their resources to form a robust organization serving breast health needs across the continuum of care and positioned to make a larger impact in the Indianapolis community and beyond. Lisa’s commitment to breast cancer education and advocacy is influenced by her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor. Lisa volunteers her time and expertise with numerous organizations, including: the IU Simon Cancer Center Health Equity Advisory Committee, the Indiana Cancer Consortium, All IN for Health Advisory Board of the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute; Susan G. Komen Tissue Bank at IU Simon Cancer Center, Women of INfluence and the Indiana Minority Health Partners and serves as a patient/consumer advocate on numerous local and national breast cancer research studies and clinical trials. 

Legal Counsel

Howard L. Stevenson, Partner, Stevenson Legal Group, LLC

Board officers

Nadia e. miller

Powerful, Engaging, and Knowledgeable. These are just a few of the words that people use to describe Nadia E. Miller. She leverages her formal education, her real world-experience, and her passion to motivate, inspire, elevate and empower others. As a workshop presenter, lecturer and keynote speaker, Nadia offers pragmatic steps for people to change and enhance their own lives and the lives of others. Nadia earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University and then worked in the corporate sector and as a small business owner and business consultant. Nadia was diagnosed with breast cancer as a young 28-year old. That life-altering experience drives her passion for breast health advocacy. In 2008, Miller, with the facilitation and coordination of her brother John M. Miller, founded Pink-4-Ever Inc. in order to ensure that the minority community, especially women, would receive comprehensive information, support, and resources regarding breast cancer health and prevention. Nadia now serves as the president of the Board of Directors of Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities. Nadia E. Miller has used her gifts and expertise to serve other organizations and groups whose missions are aligned with hers. She has served as the Chairperson of the Circle of Promise Committee; she was the first African American Honorary Race Survivor for the Susan G. Komen Indianapolis Affiliate. In 2016 she was awarded the Black History Maker of Today by McDonald’s. The award recognized the totality of her work as an influential role model in the central Indiana community. In 2021 the American Cancer Society chose Nadia to deliver the keynote address at its Discovery and continues to be highly sought after to speak for organizations at the National level. Nadia was instrumental in creating the Stay Alert, Stay Alive, Breast Health Summit, an annual event that brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, community members and survivors, caregivers, and policy makers for a day of learning. As a now 16-year breast cancer survivor, Nadia continues to share her messages of preparation, perseverance and hope. Nadia has mentored women in leadership for many years. After seeing the success of her mentees, Miller decided to expand the program in 2019, The Unicorn Program was born. A women in leadership mentoring program that allows women to see the leader inside them. Through workshops and conventions, Miller takes the word “leadership” from a simple want to a living, breathing mindset.

Christa WILSON

Colleen McClain-mpofu

Lisa R. Hayes is the Executive Director of Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities. She is also the Director of Women’s Health at Gennesaret Free Clinic. Lisa has over 20 years of experience serving socio-economically challenged populations as a lawyer, manager, advocate and community collaborator. She is a certified patient navigator and certified community health worker. Lisa was instrumental in establishing the R.E.D. (Reaching to End Disparities) Alliance, a non-profit organization with the mission to eliminate late-stage diagnoses and breast cancer deaths for Black women in Indianapolis and was named as its Executive Director in 2017. In July 2021, the R.E.D. Alliance and Pink-4-Ever, Inc., another breast cancer focused non-profit, merged, creating Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities. The two organizations combined all their existing programs and initiatives, their strengths and their resources to form a robust organization serving breast health needs across the continuum of care and positioned to make a larger impact in the Indianapolis community and beyond. Lisa’s commitment to breast cancer education and advocacy is influenced by her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor. Lisa volunteers her time and expertise with numerous organizations, including: the IU Simon Cancer Center Health Equity Advisory Committee, the Indiana Cancer Consortium, All IN for Health Advisory Board of the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute; Susan G. Komen Tissue Bank at IU Simon Cancer Center, Women of INfluence and the Indiana Minority Health Partners and serves as a patient/consumer advocate on numerous local and national breast cancer research studies and clinical trials. 

Stephanie Smith

Stephanie Beaver Smith’s educational training from Marian University and experience in accounting, led her to the perfect position on the Board of Directors at Pink-4-Ever. She has served as Treasurer since 2008. Her talents for working with numbers and her dedication to the mission of Pink-4-Ever (P4E) has aided in her drive to serve on the Board. Utilizing today’s latest and greatest technology, Stephanie says she is able to balance all transactions, which make it easier to manage grants, donations and expenses of the organization.

Much like her ability to balance the finances of Pink-4-Ever, Stephanie is a great example of someone who is balancing work and volunteerism, while she and her husband attend to their active children.

During the month of October, Stephanie gets even busier with Pink-4-Ever. October’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and P4E’s programs jump into high gear. One of Stephanie’s favorite events is our Think Pink Week. The Board members go to different schools in the community to speak, educate and have fun while fundraising with students and staff. Stephanie says, “At the end of the week it’s good to see the smiles on the kids’ faces when they find out how much money they have raised.”

Stephanie’s desire to get involved with P4E was built out of frustration of seeing people she cared about going through the struggles of having breast cancer, as well as facing hardships that come along with the disease, such as financial issues. Knowing that Pink-4-Ever believes in, “It’s okay to talk about it,” and offers emergency assistance for a variety of needs like paying bills or buying groceries has really eased some of Stephanie’s feelings of defeat within her community.

General board members

dr. Tarah Ballinger

Dr. Tarah Ballinger is an Assistant Professor and breast oncologist at the Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center.  Her research with the cancer center focuses on how body composition – bone, muscle, and fat – and physical activity impact patients across the continuum of breast cancer, from prevention to late stage disease.  Her clinical practice is devoted to breast cancer patients and to those at risk for the disease as the medical director of the IU Health Breast Cancer Prevention Program.

Dr. Silvia m. Bigatti

Dr. Bigatti is a professor in the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI. She graduated from the Joint Program in Clinical Psychology between University of California San Diego and San Diego State University. She completed her clinical internship at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Bigatti’s current research portfolio centers on health disparities, using a community based participatory research framework. In collaboration with Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities, Dr. Bigatti recently completed a study assessing African American breast cancer patients throughout their cancer treatment to identify the points at which problems may occur and what experiences specifically surround these problems. Findings from this study will guide the development of interventions aimed at improving the treatment experience for patients.

Denise Bohannon

Denise Bohannon is a care giver who enjoys and appreciates the opportunity to care for others especially women. The desire to care and nurture professionally began blooming while working as a Radiologic Technologist. As a specially trained Mammographer opportunities to witness firsthand the diverse treatment of women of various cultures plan of care for treatment of suspicious or unusual images. She believed obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Alverno College would afford her the voice to speak for those who felt their voices were silent. Additionally, this would allow her to educate patients regarding their healthcare situation (particularly breast health) in a language they could understand enabling them to make informed decisions.

She values and supports women’s health issues due to the overwhelming disparities facing women, especially women of color. She knows it is imperative that these women receive adequate medical care in a timely manner.

As a participant of numerous walks to raise awareness and funds for breast disease, Denise has also donated breast tissue. She has cared for a family member diagnosed with Triple negative breast cancer as well as another family member diagnosed with breast cancer at 70 years of age. She has helped other family and close friends with multiple cancer diagnoses.

In her role as Family Nurse Practitioner obtained at Indiana Wesleyan University, Denise welcomes opportunities to learn, share, educate, support, and celebrate the experiences of persons and loved ones on their breast cancer journey. Being selected as a board member for Pink-4-Ever is an honor held in high regard. To be chosen for “such a time as this” is perfect, divine timing. Thank you for this opportunity to serve.

Stephanie Rufenbarger Lesher

Jennifer Stringer

Yalonda Brown

Yalonda J. Brown has been involved with Pink-4-Ever, Inc. since 2010, working diligently as the Silent Auction Coordinator for the Simply Pink Fashion Show. In 2018, she made the decision to take her service to the next level, and accepted a seat on the Board of Directors. Yalonda will oversee the organization’s programs, ensuring that P4E reaches the masses and is able to effectively serve the greater Indianapolis community. With a Masters in Organizational Leadership, and serving as a Senior Outreach Manager in her professional career, Yalonda utilizes her talent to look for ways to make things better. Her program management, training and development experience are valuable assets to the organization.

Yalonda was first introduced to P4E while seeking out support and resources for a friend in active breast cancer treatment, and while seeking a vehicle by which to distribute a line of breast cancer themed greeting cards. The organization was appealing due to its focus on the African American community, as well as the resources and support offered. “Everyone at Pink-4-Ever, Inc. is amazing and cares about the mission and vision of the organization. I feel honored to join the team”.

Andrea Morehead

Pamela Yancy

Pamela E. Campbell Yancy is a 8 year breast cancer survivor. Hailing from Omaha, Nebraska, she is the daughter of Mrs. Paulyne Campbell and the late Ernest Campbell. Pamela was educated in the Omaha Public School System, graduating from Omaha Central High School. She furthered her education at The University of Nebraska at Omaha, receiving her degree in elementary education. Her love for children compelled her to volunteer to teach remedial reading and math for ten years at Harrison Hill Elementary School. A lover of the arts, she continues to act and co-direct community theater on an annual basis. She is the organizer and choreographer for the entire dance ministry of The New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, as well as the Youth Director. Pamela founded SUPPORTING WITH HOPE, a cancer support group for women of color. She is married to Dr. Eric Yancy, and the proud mother of Shawn (Wiseman) Erikka and Damion. Pamela believes intensely that the children are our future and deserve the lion’s share of her time and effort.

Shareatha Brown

Shareatha Brown owner of Shar’s Hair, LLC dba Shar’s Medical Supplies, LLC. She began her business as Shars Hair, LLC for the purpose of selling manufactured custom wigs. Originally, the overall driving force behind becoming an entrepreneur stemmed from a medical condition (Alopecia) that caused her to experience hair loss. During that phase of life she, discovered the flexibility and versatility that wigs provided. She began to research and study “cranial prosthesis” and soon became a self-proclaimed “Wigologist”. Shars Hair, LLC soon added boutique items and broadened the name (Dba/ Shar’sMedicalSupplies, 2008). In 2009, one year after opening the business, her mother was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Her mother was very strong, consistent and determined in her battle with the disease, is now a breast cancer survivor. It was during this time and journey that Shars Hair, LLC extended the “custom wig/Boutique” business to include a durable medical supply component (Dba/ Shars Medical Supplies). Currently, this division provides garments such as mastectomy bras and prosthesis that meet specific needs of a woman’s body after breast cancer surgery. The product line also includes therapeutic shoes and socks to assist clients with neuropathy due to diabetes and other medical conditions. Shar’s Medical Supplies, LLC. is one of the only female minority owned DME companies serving Indiana, Ohio and Michigan areas.

Tiffany Barnes

Tiffany Barnes
Director of Development – College of Sciences and Humanities

Tiffany Barnes joined Ball State University in September 2019, and serves as the Director of Development for the College of Sciences and Humanities. Her primary role is to support the college unit in development and fundraising efforts that include; portfolio management, building and cultivating relationships with alumni, donors, and friends of the college, and partner with the Dean to identify advisory council prospects as well as other engagement opportunities within the college.
Prior to arriving, she served as the Manager of Annual Fund Program at the Indiana University Health Foundation where she developed and executed a strategic system-wide annual giving program focusing on donor acquisition, donor retention and increasing donors to major gift level contributions through direct mail and email solicitation efforts.
She also served as the Director of Stewardship and Annual Giving at Marian University where her primary role was stewardship and outreach to Alumni, Parents, Friends, Faculty and Staff as well as solicit gifts on behalf of the Annual Fund. Prior to that, she served as the Gift Planning Advisor for the Hamilton County Community Foundation, an affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation.
Tiffany is a member of the Ball State University Discovery Women’s Philanthropy Group, Women’s Fund of Central Indiana OPTIONS Alumnae Committee, and Women Of Color in Fundraising & Philanthropy (WOC).
She received her bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Ball State University. Tiffany and her husband, Brandon, enjoy spending time with their adult son and young daughter. She and her family reside on the northwest side of Zionsville.

Casey l. bales

Advisory board

Dr. Clyde Posley, Jr.

Dr. Melvin woodard

Dr. Woodard enters his fourth year at CATAS teaching ACP & Honors Biology. He is an assistant football coach as well. Dr. Woodard also teaches at the college level (IU Bloomington and Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo) currently. Beyond teaching, Dr. Woodard is the pastor and founder of New Salem Baptist Church of Indianapolis. A point of interest, Dr. Woodard has matriculated through various types of education for 50+ years and has received 11 degrees. On March 30, 2020 his new book was released with IngramSpark entitled, “God’s Perfect Timing: A Literal Approach to Chronology in the Bible.” Dr. Woodard is married to Beverly C. Woodard and they reside in Zionsville, IN. The couple has four grown children and four grandchildren.

What's your reason why?

I want my children to be informed so they can make healthier choices, get screenings , and be aware of their own cancer risk.