Valarie embarked on her myeloma journey back in 2015, and ever since she's been on a mission. As a resilient myeloma thriver, her passion lies in not just navigating her own path but also in illuminating the journey for others. With a steadfast commitment to understanding the intricacies of the disease, she champions education, shedding light on health inequities that often lurk in the shadows. Driven by a profound belief in fairness, Valarie tirelessly advocates for equitable access to top-tier healthcare, clinical trials, and tailored treatments. Her journey as a beacon of knowledge and support began when she assumed the role of a support group leader. Today, she continues to extend her hand as a myeloma coach, mentor angel, and the guiding force behind the Black Myeloma Health Community. Valarie's voice echoes far and wide as she fearlessly confronts the disparities faced by myeloma patients. Through collaborative efforts with healthcare providers, she strives to forge pathways to solutions, ensuring that every individual receives the care they deserve. Join Valarie on her journey of empowerment and advocacy as she lights the way toward a brighter, more equitable future in myeloma care.

Sheryl has been an Oncology Nurse for over 30 years.  Most of her Nursing career has been spent at the University of Chicago Hospitals in the Adult Oncology Space.   She has been an Oncology Nurse Educator for the past 7 years.  About 7 months ago, she joined Legend Biotech and is a Senior Cell Therapy Clinical Educator.  She really enjoys educating about CAR-T, Multiple Myeloma, and CARVYKTI. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and hanging out with her family.