A native of Nashville, Tennessee, Mia Abernathy has pursued her continuing education at local universities, graduating with honors in all of her studies. She is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, elected by Trevecca Nazarene University to the Who’s Who among Students in American Universities and Colleges, and is a Certified Professional for the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-CP). She is also a published author, a member of Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society, and proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Ms. Abernathy has worked as a Human Resources Director for over 24 years and is a servant leader with a passion for people who supports and encourages a positive work environment.

Ms. Abernathy lived and worked in Misawa, Japan, and Sembach, Germany, during the early stages of her career. She loves to travel to exotic places with her husband and spend quality time with her children and grandchildren.