Who We Are
Emie Clevenger
Founder of Period Kits NC
Executive Director
Emie joined Period Kits after volunteering at a kit-building event in Colorado and realized how real of an issue Period Poverty is.
Born and Raised in North Carolina, she decided to move back and establish Period Kits NC to support her home state.
She holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from The University of Redlands and a Master's in Leadership from Point Loma Nazarene University.
Emie is a Navy Veteran and loves the outdoors, travel, hiking, her rescue cat Kiya and North Carolina sports. She is passionate about community-driven nonprofits and volunteering.
Geoff Davis
Founder of Period Kits
Board President
Geoff Davis founded Period Kits based out of Colorado in February 2019. While having coffee with a friend, the topic of period poverty came up, the friend remarked "I've been there, I've had food and tampons in my hands and had to put the food back." Geoff thought to himself that no one should have to make that choice and decided to do something about it.
"Period poverty is a complex issue, but Period Kits is simple. Any person that has a period should have consistent and dependable access to the products they need, period."
Geoff is the founder of Period Kits Ohio. In his spare time, he enjoys hanging with his seven adult children, attending Front Range Community College, and cheering on his beloved Manchester United.
Brandi Stringfield
Board Member
Brandi is a dedicated advocate for social equity and community support. She joins Period Kits NC in believing that no one should have to worry about getting period products. With a background in community service, nonprofit leadership, and real estate, Brandi brings valuable experience in advocacy, community engagement, and resource development. Her passion for helping others drives her work, aiming to create impactful spaces that uplift families and young people in her community. She is dedicated to making a lasting impact for PKNC and beyond.
Laurie Kaufman
Board Member
Laurie Kaufman is passionate about giving back and making a difference in her community. She believes that no one should have to go without essential period products, and she’s excited to support the mission of Period Kits - NC. With a background in finance, risk management, and real estate, Laurie brings a strategic mindset and an eagerness to help the organization grow and reach more people in need.
A proud graduate of Florida A&M University with an MBA from Hood College, Laurie spent years working in finance before following her passion for real estate. She is also an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Junior League of Raleigh, where she continues to serve and uplift others.
Outside of her work and volunteer efforts, Laurie enjoys reading, caring for her houseplants, trying new restaurants, and exploring everything North Carolina has to offer. Most of all, she values spending time with family and friends and cherishing meaningful connections.
Laurie is honored to be part of Period Kits - NC and looks forward to contributing to its mission of ensuring dignity and access for all.
Angela Kraker
Board Member
Angela earned her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and her Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology at The University of North Dakota.
When she is not spending her time serving the local community, she also supports education efforts by teaching undergraduate courses in Psychology and Statistics. Additionally, Angela has worked with the criminal justice system in NC, ND, NM, and AZ assessing competency for defendants and risk assessments for incarcerated individuals.
A passionate champion for menstrual equity, Angela believes that no person should be held back by a basic bodily function. “No one should have to choose between food and menstrual products. No one should miss work, education, or opportunities for growth because they lack access to essential hygiene items,” she says. “I envision a world where every person has the resources to thrive, and I am committed to making that vision a reality.”
In her career, Angela has worked with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to help shape policies addressing food access and equitable housing resources, ensuring communities across the state have the support they need. Her leadership has extended to organizations nationwide, where she has successfully developed funding strategies, guided nonprofit growth, and advocated for inclusive policies.
Angela is eager to help Period Kits NC expand its reach across eastern North Carolina, ensuring more people have the support they need. Recognizing the unique needs of our neighbors, she sees this work as a critical step in breaking cycles of inequity and restoring dignity for all North Carolinians.
Her leadership, strategic vision, and relentless passion for justice will be invaluable to our mission. We are honored to have her join our board and excited for the impact we will create together!
Regina Johnson
Board Member
Regina resides in Alamance County, North Carolina, and is passionate about community involvement and ensuring everyone is represented and supported.
She leads our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts at Period Kits NC, ensuring our mission prioritizes equity and respects the diverse needs of those we serve. They guide us in breaking barriers, fostering inclusivity, and collaborating with communities to create meaningful, sustainable change.
Tyler Williams
Board Member
Tyler was born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and grew up in Johnston County. He loves our community and is ready to support Period Kit's mission to help the state he is proud to call home.
His role on the board is to provide leadership and strategy for expanding into rural communities. He provides operations support and helps with logistics at kit build events.
