Meet the Team

Tamara K. Taylor, M.Ed., CPEC

Director

Tamara K. Taylor is a fifth-generation Rattler. A magna cum laude graduate of FAMU’s School of Journalism, she earned her master’s degree in education from the University of Miami through the FAMU Graduate Feeder Program.

Before returning to FAMU in 2024, Tamara held leadership roles at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Fayetteville State University, where she designed award-winning initiatives focused on career readiness, access, and student belonging. Her work has been recognized with honors including Outstanding Career Practitioner of the Year, the Carolina Career Community Diversity Initiative Award, and the Student Affairs Award of Distinction. She also serves annually as a host, panelist, or both for the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) HBCU Summit.

Rooted in a legacy of Excellence with Caring, Tamara leads the Career and Professional Development Center with a focus on innovation, results, and student success. Her commitment to the transformative power of HBCUs is reflected in her published piece, “The HBCU Experience” (NACE Journal, August 2022), and in her daily work advancing the next generation of Rattlers.

Shayla brings extensive experience in administrative operations, staff coordination, and organizational management. Her professional background includes a strong commitment to excellence in service, efficiency in workflow management, and support for institutional goals. With experience in both administrative operations and community-focused roles, she is dedicated to nurturing a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and dedication to fostering a collaborative work environment align with the University’s mission of excellence and service.

In her leisure time, Shayla enjoys baking, spending time with family and friends, singing, and engaging in creative projects that bring joy to others.

Beatrice Atindaana, M.Ed.

Assistant Director of International and Graduate Student Career Coaching

Beatrice received her master’s degree in clinical and Mental health counseling program with a concentration in in school counseling in FAMU. She will also be receiving her bachelor’s in interdisciplinary studies with a concentration in Education and a minor in Criminal Justice this December. As the Office Manager she ensures everything runs smoothly, providing essential support to all stakeholders. With passion for success, she plays a pivotal role in making sure that the Career Center remains a welcoming and resourceful place.

She always wants to help put smiles on the faces of others, especially those who give up in life. She stands for helping those in need to assist them to succeed in life. In her leisure time, she loves traveling, swimming and watching soccer.

Sean Collins

Senior Career Pathways Coach

Sean A. Collins is a graduate of the Florida State University where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Social Science with an emphasis in Economics and Sociology.  He has a strong passion to help everyone with career success and life goals.

When he is not working with FAMULY, you will find him enjoying music, watching football, traveling abroad, and spending time with family and friends. He also loves the Caribbean lifestyle on the beaches of Jamaica and Dominican Republic.

Latice Johnson

Career Pathways Coach

Latice Johnson graduated from Florida A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. She has self-published 5 inspirational poetry books and believes that everyone is inspired by something. She is a self-care enthusiast and advocates that “you should be you on purpose”. Therefore, she aspires to inspire with purpose by giving nothing but the best to students and anyone the crosses the path, because “it is not about what you do but why you do it”.

She enjoys spending quality time with her son, family, and friends. You may find her dancing, writing, reading, listening to jazz, or participating in adventurous activities as her form of self-care.

Kaila Randolph

Marketing Intern

Kaila Randolph is a 5th-year Professional MBA student from Tallahassee, Florida.

Born and raised in the city, she attended FAMU’s K-12 school, FAMU DRS, and takes pride in being part of a family with generations of Rattlers. Kaila is passionate about marketing, with a focus on digital and social media marketing, and aspires to make an impact in this dynamic field. An extrovert at heart, she loves meeting new people and thrives on building meaningful connections.

Charrise Lane

Communications Intern

Charrise Lane is a Transfer Student and a Public Relations Senior at Florida A&M University.

Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, her interests include politics, writing, commentating, and journalism. Lane believes that everyone who wants to be heard should be heard and utilize their gifts to do so.

After graduation, she hopes to relocate to Washington, D.C., and pursue a career in the political sphere.