MELKEYA HORNE

2nd Vice President
mhorne@sistuhs.org

Ms. Horne currently serves as the 2nd Vice President, bringing a wealth of experience and proven leadership to the role. She previously served consecutive terms as Director of Finance & Budget, where she excelled in strengthening financial operations, implementing sound internal controls, and ensuring fiscal transparency within the organization. Her dedication, strategic insight, and consistent performance in that role led to her elevation to 2nd Vice President. In her current position, Ms. Horne supports executive leadership, contributes to strategic initiatives, and plays a vital role in advancing the organization's mission and long-term goals.

As a graduate of Clark Atlanta University, she obtained a degree in Finance and Accounting and a Master’s degree in Finance from NOVA Southeastern University. Melkeya has always had a passion for Finance and the desire to help others become financially resilient. Her debut book, “No Money, No Thank You! How Your Financial Season Affects Your Relationships”, helps individuals get comfortable with money and shifting self-limiting beliefs may make a difference between feeling stuck and thriving.

Ms. Horne joined SISTUHS, Incorporated in April of 2019 and has helped the organization evolve. Her commitment to the organization is unwavering and as the Director of Finance and Budget, she plans to continue guiding the organization and its members to financial freedom. 

Ms. Horne was born and currently resides in the lovely city of Miami, Florida where she is currently raising her beautiful daughter, Mykala.

AZIA ALSTON

Director of Compliance
aalston@sistuhs.org

Ms. Azia Alston, CQIA currently serves as the Director of Compliance on the National Board of Directors of SISTUHS, Incorporated, where she leads efforts to uphold the organization's 501(c)(3) compliance at the national and chapter levels. In this role, Director Alston oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of policies, procedures, and practices that ensure adherence to federal, state, and organizational nonprofit requirements.

She was inducted in Spring 2015 at the University of South Florida Chapter, where she served as Treasurer from 2015–2016. She later transitioned to the Broward County Professional Chapter as a General Body Member, then served as Community Service Coordinator for the Central Florida Professional Chapter from 2022 to 2025. In this position, she led numerous impactful community initiatives that increased chapter visibility and engagement.

Most recently, she served as the 2024–2025 Coastal Florida Regional Director, where she launched the Catering the Coastfood drive, feeding over 160 families, and introduced regional culture surveys to promote accountability and cohesion across chapters. She also founded the Substantial Times newsletter, a regional publication designed to keep chapters informed, aligned, and connected to ongoing initiatives.

Professionally, Director Alston is a Quality Assurance leader in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, bringing over nine years of experience in compliance oversight, auditing, training, and continuous improvement. She is a Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) through the American Society for Quality and holds a Master of Science in Forensic Psychology from Nova Southeastern University.

She is deeply committed to fostering a culture of clarity, accountability, and support, ensuring that all chapters operate with excellence and integrity. Her vision is to build sustainable compliance systems that protect our nonprofit status, honor our mission, and empower the future of SISTUHS, Incorporated.

HALIA BRAYNON

Director of Membership
hbraynon@sistuhs.org

Ms. HaLia Braynon, MSW, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern, serves as the National Director of Membership for SISTUHS, Incorporated. Inducted in Fall 2015 at Bethune-Cookman University, she is a proud Lifetime Member with nearly a decade of committed service. While at BCU, she served as the 2017–2018 Miss United Negro College Fund and co-led the Black Rose Initiative, which spotlighted Black-owned businesses and community service. During her reign, she successfully raised $5,000 in scholarship funds to support fellow students.

She currently serves through the Central Florida Professional Chapter and has held various leadership roles, including Chapter President and Treasurer. Ms. Braynon was instrumental in restructuring the Central Florida Professional Chapter, establishing systems that enhanced Chapter operations and prioritized retention and sisterhood. She co-led key initiatives such as the Empower Her Soirée, a signature event honoring local women leaders, and the Making Strides Breast Cancer Partnership, which increased fundraising through sustained engagement.

Professionally, Ms. Braynon works in care management for a major hospital. She holds a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Social Work and is actively pursuing clinical licensure. Her trauma-informed, advocacy-based approach enriches her leadership within SISTUHS, Incorporated.

She is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® through the Nu Iota Omega Chapter, where she serves a chapter role in promoting intergenerational health and legacy development. Also, she is a lifetime member of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology. 

Ms. Braynon is driven by a vision to cultivate a SISTUH-hood rooted in love, purpose, and legacy—one that uplifts every member, amplifies our impact in the community, and boldly carries the mission of SISTUHS into the future.

DR. SEMLINE SINGLETON

Director of Expansion
ssingleton@sistuhs.org

Dr. Singleton serves as the Director of Expansion at SISTUHS, Incorporated and is responsible for driving strategic growth across all regions. Her focus is on strengthening chapter development, bridging connections with at-large members, and empowering emerging leaders to carry the organization’s mission forward. With a deep commitment to sustainable impact, Dr. Singleton is shaping the future of expansion—intentionally and boldly.

Dr. Semline Singleton was born and raised in Florida and holds her Haitian pride and heritage dear to her heart. She attended the University of Central Florida for her college education and joined SISTUHS, Incorporated, in 2015. She earned her master's degree from Florida Atlantic University and later completed her doctorate in International Conflict Management at Kennesaw State University.

Since joining SISTUHS, Incorporated, in 2015, Dr. Singleton's dedication to the organization has only deepened. She brings a wealth of experience, having held various leadership roles, including chapter Vice President and President, Georgia Regional Director, and Advisor. In these positions, she refined her skills in communication, delegation, and innovation, leading initiatives that resulted in significant membership growth and impactful community service projects.  She is currently a member of the Metro-Atlanta Professional Chapter.

Professionally, she is the Strategic Initiatives Director for a non-profit called Haiti Allies and an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Kennesaw State University. She is also a published author and has contributed to scholarly works and conferences within her field.

She is deeply committed to the success of SISTUHS, Incorporated, and is excited to contribute to its growth in this capacity.

CHRISTINA JOHNSON

Director of Programs
cjohnson@sistuhs.org

Ms. Johnson currently serves as the Director of Programs for SISTUHS, Incorporated, where she leads the strategic design, execution, and evaluation of national programming initiatives. In this role, she ensures all programs are mission-aligned, data-informed, and impactful, driving sustainable engagement and measurable outcomes across both collegiate and professional chapters.

Proudly calling South Florida home, Ms. Johnson discovered her passion for social services while earning her Psychology degree at Bethune-Cookman University. She later completed a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Florida International University, furthering her commitment to mental health advocacy, community empowerment, and strengthening families.

Since joining SISTUHS, Incorporated, Ms. Johnson has held multiple leadership roles, driving meaningful programs and service initiatives that strengthened member engagement and amplified the organization’s impact.

Ms. Johnson’s professional journey is rooted in service and advocacy with over a decade of experience in workforce development. She began her career in youth counseling and program management roles, supporting individuals and families. Currently, she works in higher education at Miami Dade College, where she leads grant-funded workforce initiatives that connect individuals to high-demand career pathways. Her commitment to equity, opportunity, and impact remains at the core of her work.

Outside of her professional and organizational work, Ms. Johnson is the founder of Travels with Chrissy, where she helps clients create unforgettable memories through curated travel experiences around the globe. She remains deeply committed to honoring the legacy and core values of SISTUHS, Incorporated through transformative programming that uplifts, inspires, and empowers women of color across generations.