Type Of Business:
Distribution company
Expertise:
Makeup application
Major Product/SVS:
Skin care and cosmetic products
Education Degrees:
Master of Arts in Urban Studies and Sociology, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Affiliations Awards:
San Antonio Chapter, American Business Women's Association; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Work History:
Whiteman Air Force Base, MO; Air Evacuation Adviser, 21st Air National Guard, Minneapolis, MN; Aviano Air Base, Italy; Chief Nurse of Emergency Services, Wilford Hall Medical Center, San Antonio, TX
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career were working as a flight nurse, flying in and out of Vietnam as a combat flight nurse, and receiving five air medals in Vietnam, each of which were equal to 35 combat missions.
Charity:
Prayer Leader, Sunday School, Crossroads Baptist Church
Number Of Years In Profession:
33
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support she received from her mother.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because her mother advised her to obtain a successful career before marriage.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Theriot wanted to be stationed in France after working for two years in the U.S. Air Force. Her friend helped her join the military chain of command. She is the first woman to be awarded emeritus status from her directorship with Mary Kay Inc. She is the oldest child of Willie and Eliza, and has five siblings: two sisters and three brothers. Not only is she proud to have been a part of her hometown’s first black high school class, but she is proud to have been the president of this class. After her schooling, she decided to follow in the footsteps of her cousin, who was attending nursing school, and enroll in a three-year course for black nurses.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing all members of her unit; Training; Developing personal skills
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Theriot hopes to spend more time with her nieces and nephews, as well as in serving the community.