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We look forward to working with our newest Chapter members and all the talents they bring to the Chapter.



Cherri (née Peate) Kulp. Cherri received her Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis of Indianapolis. She received her Master of Science in public service management from DePaul University. She successfully received her credentials from the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute (CaPP), in Personal & Executive Coaching and has obtained the esteemed Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credentials from the globally recognized organization, International Coaching Federation (ICF). This accreditation is a testament to her exceptional professional achievements as a coach practitioner.



Cynthia Simmons-Taylor received her degree from Bethel University in Organizational Management/Business Administration, Cynthia now serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for the city of South Bend, Indiana. Additionally, she works as a Real Estate Broker at Cressy & Everett.




Christal Colbert graduated from Indiana University South Bend with at B.S. in Criminal Justice.  She received her Master of Liberal Studies degree from Indiana University Kokomo with honors. Christal is currently the Officer Assistant to the Dean of the Graduate School, Associate Provost and Vice President for Graduate Studies at the University of Notre Dame. During her career, she has received numerous awards and recognition to include, “Who’s Who” among her peers, a President’s Award for Educational Excellence, an Academic Achievement Award and an Outstanding Administrator Award.  She is currently a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success and 100 Women Who Care of Michiana.