N2Health's Board of Directors
Dr. Taurus Tatem, Board Chair
Dr. Taurus Tatem was raised in Northumberland County in the Northern Neck. After graduating from Northumberland High School, she went on to further her education at Hampton University followed by Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. Dr. Tatem is now a co-owner of Allen & Tatem, DDS, PC in Fredericksburg, Virginia. As Chairpersonof N2Health’s Board of Directors, Dr. Tatem believes that health education is very important in maintaining an excellent quality of life. N2Health is an exceptional catalyst in bringing knowledge to her rural home community.
Harold Blackwell, Secretary and Director Emeritus
Harold Blackwell was born and raised in the Northern Neck. After completing high school, he began a forty-two year career in the government. This expansive career included twenty-one years in civil service and twenty-one years of military service. During his career, he specialized in telecommunication technical and management support. As the Secretary and Director Emeritus of N2Health’s Board of Directors, he is passionate about improving healthcare access to the residents of the Northern Neck and other rural regions of Virginia.
Pastor Renee Johnson, Treasurer
Pastor Renee Johnson was employed by the Northern Neck Regional Special Education program for 27 years, providing educational, life and vocational skills to physically challenged students. As Treasure of N2Health’s Board of Directors, Pastor Johnson seeks to expand community health education to residents.
Sherrie Smith, Director
Mrs. Smith is the Deaconess and administrative clerk at Little Zion Baptist Church in Westmoreland County. As a member of the Board of Directors she serves as a critical link between N2Health and faith leaders in the region
Mary B. Dawson, Director
Ms. Dawson is a retired nurse and a stellar patient advocate in the Northern Neck region. She is passionate about chronic disease management and health literacy in rural communities. She is Director Emeritus of N2Health’s Board of Directors.