Meet Us

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Michelle Mothershed is a native of Arkansas and a Mother of three. She is a graduate of Little Rock Central High. After graduating, she attended the University of Central Arkansas but didn’t feel fulfilled. So, she dropped out of college and joined the US Army (active duty). Unfortunately, Michelle suffered injuries and was medically discharged before fulfilling her order to go to Germany. After much physical therapy/rehabilitation, she knew she couldn’t just sit around and do nothing. Through a lot of pain and sleepless nights, going back to college would be her next adventure. She is the proud holder of a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Science in Education. She taught middle and elementary school for 20 years before a disability retirement was necessary.

  In March 2019, Michelle states that God spoke a word to her, but she was disobedient. March 2021 Compassionately Connected for Veterans Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, was conceived. They focus on Veterans, their spouses, and their children. It is about serving those in need and meeting them where they are. They also focus on the homeless Veterans and community, donating Compassion Boxes, giving out Compassion care packages to the homeless, serving as supportive services, and hosting food/clothes drives are some of what they do. Her favorite sayings are there is NO LIMIT as to what God can do, and delayed is not denied!  

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Nakia Bolden is the Owner of Bold Events where Boldness Meets Elegance & Sophistication, Talk Show Host, Poet, and benefits guru who has dedicated the last 15 years to working in nonprofit as a Founding Member of Sister Friends United, Inc. (SFU). 2018 - 2022 Nakia served as the Membership Committee Chair of SFU, her team has successfully grew the active membership by more than 400%. She also serves on the Executive Committee for the Sister Friends United, Inc.’s Annual Girlfriend Conference which was held in Orlando, FL, and New Orleans, LA, in 2021 and 2022. This conference provided Nakia the opportunity to work with Grammy Award Winning Artist Raheem Devaughn, Grammy Nominated Artist Calvin Richardson, Actress Brely Evans, Vital Money Alaina Curry, and the World Renowned Boldness Coach Vaneese Johnson. 

Nakia’s passion for Non-Profit, Benefits Education, and Community Service led to her appointment to the Board of Compassionately Connected for Veterans, Inc. as the Vice President. Although Nakia has not served in the military she comes from a family of veterans which makes her empathetic and sympathetic to the needs of veterans and their families. She believes CC4V’s motto of “Putting Compassion Into Action” is what’s needed to change and heal the community of the world. 

Nakia is the mother of three adult children and the YaYa to three Grandson Shines. She holds a degree from LOMA, and several certifications, including Certified Medical Coder from the AAPC. Her plans are to return to the University of Arkansas this Spring to complete her education there. Nakia is also a member of the Order of Eastern Star.

Karen Mothershed is a lifelong resident of Little Rock, Arkansas. Befitting her eclectic personality, she received an Associate of General Studies and a Bachelor of Liberal Arts from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. 

Karen spent 31 years in the corporate world, during which time she earned her degrees. In her spare time, she was free lace photographer and had many other interests. 

Since retiring, Karen has enjoyed traveling, gardening, binge-watching television, and spending time with family and friends. More so, Karen avidly loves animals, especially fur babies. 

Karen appreciates the sacrifices of those who serve and those who served our country and their families who served beside them. 

Being on the Board of Compassionately Connected for Veterans, Inc. has allowed her to hone some old skills and opened new doors.