National Black Marathoners Association Elects Two New Board Members

DALLAS - April 22, 2013 - PRLog -- The National Black Marathoners Association (NBMA) welcomes two new members to their Board of Directors; Anthanette (Toni) Wilson and Alexandria Williams.

Anthanette (Toni) Wilson is a leadership coach and trainer in New York City. She's also a licensed attorney with an MBA and has experience as a corporate attorney and as a project manager in the entertainment industry. Toni is passionate about the cross-section of leadership development, servant leadership and social justice. She has served abroad as an international humanitarian team leader in under-resourced communities within Uganda and Kenya.

Toni currently serves as a thought-leader on various non-profit boards and fundraises for charities, such as Doctors Without Borders. Toni is a marathon enthusiast and age group winner. She’s one of about 300 people in the world, who has run a marathon on every continent, including Antarctica. She’s also completed the world’s top five marathons, including the Boston Marathon. Toni has completed numerous triathlons and is an avid slalom snowboard racer. She is a firm believer in the power of leading by example to inspire others.

Alexandria Williams has over a decade of communication experience in various sectors. Currently she is a Media Relations Manager with the travel sector and the Co-Founder of http://www.SportyAfros.com.

SportyAfros.com breaks down barriers between black women and optimal health by being the first site to connect the dots between hair care, exercise and nutrition. The site specifically solves  “I can’t workout because of my hair” excuses many African- American women contribute as a hindrance to being active thus is actively decreasing the staggering obesity and diabetes rate among African American women.

Alexandria has been featured on sites like Essence, Fox Sports, Black America and USA Triathlon.  She has completed various endurance events, including triathlon, distance running, and duathlon races. As a hair care and fitness expert for "Today’s Active Black Women," she keeps busy with speaking engagements, hosting workshops and expanding the first hair care line specifically tailored to active women.

About National Black Marathoners’ Association: The National Black Marathoners’ Association (NBMA) is the largest not-for-profit, 501(c)3, organization dedicated to encouraging Black Americans and others to pursue a healthy life-style through running and walking. It is open to everyone, regardless of their athletic ability or previous running or walking experience. For more information, visit http://www.BlackMarathoners.org.