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Meet our Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

PRESIDENT/BOARD MEMBER

Celena Allen, MHA, RDCS, RVT

Founder of ITH with extensive experience in Cardiovascular Sonography. She has a passion for community service and healthcare. She is dedicated to providing services to those groups that have been overlooked, such as athletes. Celena is a native of Wagener, SC.

BOARD MEMBER

Vaughn Spain, BS, RN

Travel nurse with over 15 years of experience. Vaughn has worked for various facilities around the United States and brings diversity, knowledge, and creativity. He is a native of Conway, SC.

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BOARD MEMBER

Maurice Drayton- Head Coach, The Citadel Military College, Charleston, SC

An American football coach and former player who is currently is the Head Coach for the Citadel Military College.  Maurice has over 25 years of coaching experience and mentoring. Experienced, trustworthy, and dependable in all aspects. Maurice knows firsthand the importance of early detection. Maurice is a native of Moncks Corner, SC.

BOARD MEMBER

Everette Sands- College Football  Coach

An American college football coach with over 25 years of coaching experience. Everett is also the founder of the WES Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes excellence in sports, academics, life-leadership skills and community. He brings a wealth of knowledge. Everett is a native of Conway, SC.

BOARD MEMBER

Eljenette West, DNP

Doctor of Nurse Practioner who has a passion for teaching nurse healthcare. Eljenette has over 15 years of nursing experience clinical and classroom. She is a phenomenal instructor and has always loved people and education, Eljenette is a native of North Augusta, SC.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Tamika Ables-Haynesworth ,BA

Tamika has a long history of accounting, finance, and organizational experience.  She has held several managerial roles with various companies and has been an asset to each. She joins ITH with accuracy and a mind to work.  Tamika is a native of Wagener, SC .

Working With the Best Clients and Partners!

This is one of the simplest ways to help out our cause. We believe the best way for our initiatives to be successful is for the community to actively get involved. This is an easy and efficient way of contributing to the great work we do at IT TAKES HEART. Get in touch with any questions about how you can Volunteer Your Time today.

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