In The News
Stay updated on all of the current news and accomplishments of the MRLA and its professionals.
January 2023
7.14.22
We are proud to announce the new principal of Marietta High School, Dr. Eric L. Holland. A veteran educator and administrator with 23 years of experience, Dr. Holland most recently served as the principal of Rome High School in Rome, Ga. Prior to Rome High School, he was an administrator with Tift County High School in Tifton, Ga. Dr. Holland is excited to join the Marietta High School family and to lead MHS in offering an engaging and interactive learning process for all students.
12.1.21
Hondo Handy’s Podcast shares the journey of Dr. Samose Mays, Director of Parks & Recreation
Residence Inn by Marriott presents the 82nd Episode of the Hondo Handy’s Podcast. The podcast shares the journey of Dr. Samose Mays, Director of Parks and Recreation at Byran County, in Richmond Hill, Georgia. A former two time college drop out and homeless student now has three degrees. He has been a Keynote Speaker throughout nation, as well as an Adjunct Professor at Georgia Southern University. He is also the MRLA Founder, the Minority Recreation Leadership Academy to help minorities to rise in their career in parks and recreation and learn how to be leaders and how to make a difference.
7.15.21
Special Thanks and Congratulations are in order to Mrs. Lakeidra Lee as she transitions into her new role at The Teal House as Forensic Interviewer and Family Advocate. In this role, Lakeidra will be working very close with the Law Enforcement and Department of Family and Children Services in the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit in addition to providing additional support to the victims of violent crimes.
4.16.21
Doctoral Mom Incorporated is excited to announce that the Dorothy M. Thomas Scholarship is now open!
To qualify, the student must be a mother enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a doctorate degree. This scholarship is funded by Dissertation by Design and the recipient will be awarded $2,000 and coaching services.
Deadline: 04/28/21
Application Link: www.doctoralmom.com/scholarships
Doctoral Mom Incorporated is a nonprofit that supports mothers in doctorate programs.
4.1.21
Leadership Spotlight - Henry W. Smith, MD
Dr. Smith is a graduate of Morehouse College and the Harvard Medical School. Outstanding clinic training and faculty experiences at Emory University combined with greater than 25 years of practice experience result in an emphasis on patient-centered care and excellent clinical outcomes.
As a past Chairman of the Cone Health Board of Trustees, Dr. Smith is dedicated to the institutional goal of top tier health care delivery.
Areas of Interest
Areas of interest include invasive and interventional management of acute coronary syndrome.
Education
Medical School
Harvard Medical School
Professional Memberships
Member of the American Heart Association
Fellow, American College of Cardiology
Board Certifications
Cardiovascular Diseases
Interventional Cardiology
