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we are committed to improving the health of individuals from underserved communities through the power of plant-based eating.
Our Team.
Meet our Board of Directors.
Nika King
President
Being an actor and entrepreneur, King understand the importance of protecting your mental health. After speaking on the 2021 Better Together: Mental Health Storytelling Summit produced by MTV Entertainment Group, King was compelled to establish Rose of Sharon, a 501 (c) (3) based in South Los Angeles, CA. After reversing her pre diabetes diagnosis, she became more committed to become the healthiest version of herself. It is from King’s personal experiences with her personal life and mother that Rose of Sharon was birthed.
Teesha Williams
Secretary
A graduate from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor of Degree in Health Administration, an Associate in Liberal Arts and a specialized degree in Medical Transcriptionist. She works as an Advanced Medical Support Assistant at Kernersville Veterans Affairs in Greensboro, NC. Teesha is a mother of five beautiful children and 2 grandchildren, She often volunteers feeding the homeless with her local church.
Johnny Rutledge
Board Member
Johnny was born and raised in Belle Glade, FL. He attended Glades Central High School. After high school Johnny attended the University of Florida where he was an ALL-SEC Linebacker, Team Captain and National Champion. After college Johnny was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals 51st pick in the 1999 NFL Draft where he played a total of six seasons with Arizona Cardinals and Denver Broncos. After his playing days, he's been an educator for 15 years, authored two children’s books, mentored and coached athletes since he retired in 2005.