Every year, dedicated student leaders from across the country step forward to shape the future of NSMH. Elected by their peers, the National Board provides strategic leadership, champions member engagement, and works alongside industry and university partners to advance NSMH's mission. Their service is more than a title. It is an opportunity to lead, grow, and leave a lasting impact on the next generation of hospitality professionals.

Semiyah Smith
National Chair
University of Arkansas Pine Bluff

Elias Young
National Vice Chair
Manchester Community College

Fantasia Morrison
National Secretary & Parliamentarian
Monroe University

Shelby Johnson
National Treasurer & Planning Director
Manchester Community College

Shirlena Bailey
Finance Director
Bethune Cookman University

Kendrick Quiñones Pagan
PR & Communications Director
Johnson & Wales University - Providence

Izogie Tann
Programs Director
Virginia State University

Kavon Kisnasammy
Membership Chair
Bethune Cookman University

Jazzlynn Beard
Midwest Regional Chair
Michigan State University

Kamryn Taylor
Northeast Regional Chair
Delaware State University

William Grant
Southeast Regional Chair
University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Clyde Watts III
Southern Regional Chair
Virginia State University

Sam Sutton
Western Regional Chair
University of Denver

Christian Nettles
Chair Emeritus
NSMH Alumnus

Learn more about our NSMH National Advisory Board