Tamara Taylor
Director
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 Crumity
Administrative Assistant
Shayla Crumity
Administrative Assistant
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
Assistant Director
Beatrice Atindaana, M.Ed.
Assistant Director
Beatrice Atindaana is the Assistant Director at Florida A&M University, where she is dedicated to empowering Rattlers to achieve excellence in their academic, professional, and global pursuits. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an education focus and a minor in Criminal Justice, as well as a master’s degree in School Counseling—both from Florida A&M University.
With a strong foundation in student development, multicultural engagement, and holistic advising, Beatrice provides tailored career coaching, strategic guidance, and developmental support to help international and graduate students navigate career pathways, strengthen professional identity, and thrive in competitive environments. She is passionate about creating inclusive, student-centered experiences that align with FAMU’s mission of excellence with caring.
In her role, Beatrice leads workshops, designs career readiness programs, collaborates with campus and industry partners, and supports students as they transition from academic training into meaningful global careers. Her work reflects a commitment to equity, mentorship, and transformational student success.
Sean Collins
Senior Career Pathways Coach
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.
Raven Fennell
Career Pathways Coach
Raven Fennell, M.Ed.
Career Pathways Coach
Ms. Raven Fennell is a graduate of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University. Ms. Fennell received her bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Education. She has earned her master’s degree in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program, specializing in the School Counseling track, also at FAMU. Ms. Fennell recently served as the Miss. Graduate Attendant for the Florida A&M University Royal Court for the 2021-2022 academic school year. She enjoys helping others to better themselves. Ms. Fennell was recently awarded the Florida A&M University Division of Student Affairs “Rookie of the Year” for the 2023-2024 academic year.
In her leisure time, she loves to shop, travel, spend time with her family and friends, and be of service to all mankind.
Latice Johnson
Career Pathways Coach
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.
Brielle Elliott
Career Peer Educator
Career Peer Educator
Brielle Elliott is a Senior Agri-Business Scholar at Florida A&M University.
Born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, by way of Long Island, New York, Brielle knows a thing or two about adapting in the face of change. Brielle is passionate about agricultural and financial literacy, service learning, and connecting across cultural boundaries. As an 1890 Scholar, Brielle will realize her passion for giving back to her community by using her educational and professional experience to engage with local farmers and communities through the USDA after graduation.
Brielle’s interests include reading, writing, listening to music, and traveling. She prioritizes taking trips both in and out of the country as often as she can.
As a Career Peer Educator, Brielle is eager to serve and engage with other students who seek to strive toward their professional aspirations while in school and beyond graduation with the Career and Professional Development Center.
Charrise Lane
Communications Intern
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.
Kaila Randolph
Marketing Intern
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.
