Instructional Specialist I

Rachel Hunter

Ms. Hunter gained experience working nationally and internationally as a performer, choreographer, and stage manager for Starr Foster Dance Project, K Dance in association with “Yes, Virginia Dance,” Ground Zero Dance Company, Amaranth Contemporary Dance, and Dim Sum Dance. 

Melissa Roberts

Ms. Roberts oversees JMI’s national programs, which include the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans – Accelerate (EBV-A), Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans’ Families (EBV-F) and Small Business Leadership Conference. She has worked for and with small businesses for most of her career and has held marketing and communications positions at the Florida Chamber Foundation, Enterprise Florida, Danfoss Turbocor and Ajax Building Corporation.

Dania Sheaib

Dr. Sheaib's approach to teaching is deeply rooted in the belief that a positive and engaging classroom environment fosters better learning outcomes. She strives to create a classroom where students feel encouraged to think critically and creatively, and where mistakes are seen as valuable learning opportunities.

Renata Roldao

Ms. Roldao’s teaching and related interests include Workforce and Business Development, Human Resources Services, Operations and Solutions, Global Talent Acquisition, Healthcare Expert.

Leslie Mille

Leslie Mille is the Christopher E. Iansiti Senior Director of the Center for Professional Success in Florida State University’s College of Business and serves as instructor of record for GEB 1030 (Professional Development for Business Careers), leading a team dedicated to providing comprehensive career and professional development resources, forging meaningful industry connections and fostering a culture of lifelong career success.

Nick Freeman

Mr. Freeman is deeply passionate about empowering first-generation students through mentorship and dedicated support. His teaching and service focus on fostering professional development, leadership skills, and academic success.

Emily Leyava

Dr. Levaya specializes in applied qualitative research methodologies, international and comparative education, global refugee education and policy (with regional experience in East and South Asia), and education access and quality for first generation students.

Christina Hanna

Ms. Hanna supports college students in their academic journey by providing guidance, resources, and encouragement tailored to their individual needs, ultimately fostering their success and personal growth.

Genna Boyd

Ms. Boyd’s current research in her enrolled doctoral program in Organizational Leadership with Southeastern University includes Path-Goal Leadership Theory and how leader behavior affects vocational education student motivation.