601 Jordan Street
Shreveport, Louisiana
71101-4748
MAIN: 318.425.7781
FAX: 318.226.1299
Director of Online Learning
cheyenne@deafactioncenter.org | 318.425.7781, ext. 207 | 318.217.4110 (VP)
Executive director
wendi@deafactioncenter.org | 318.425.7781, ext. 208 | 318.317.4596 (VP)
Community Resource Advocate
ken@deafactioncenter.org | 318.425.7781, ext. 201 | 318.300.1203 (VP)
Cheyenne Bryant is a Louisiana native, born and raised in Shreveport. She graduated with a BA in General Studies from Louisiana State University of Shreveport (LSUS). Despite being profoundly deaf, she received a cochlear implant which has allowed her to pursue a successful career in the field of online education.
Cheyenne now serves as the Director of Online Learning for The Betty and Leonard Phillips Deaf Action Center, a position she has held since 2018. Her responsibilities include providing technical support to interpreters who are working on their Continuing Education Units (CEUs) while maintaining their licensure or certification. Additionally, she secures expert presenters for webcasts in her ongoing pursuit of promoting accessible learning.
A three-time Deaf Olympian in the sport of bowling, Cheyenne has demonstrated exceptional dedication and skill during her impressive appearances in Melbourne, Australia, Taipei, Taiwan, and Sofia, Bulgaria. In her free time, she enjoys going shopping with her daughter and hanging out with her friends. Cheyenne embodies perseverance and an unwavering commitment to excellence, making her an inspiration to all who know her.
Wendi is the Executive Director at the Betty and Leonard Phillips Deaf Action Center (DAC), where she has nurtured her passion for the field of deafness for over 30 years. To Wendi, this Center is more than an organization - it's home.
Wendi holds the National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and is a Registered Louisiana Supreme Court interpreter (Reg. LASC). Her education includes a degree in Criminal Justice, and she is presently pursuing her BA in Business: Non-Profit Management.
Additionally, Wendi served as a deputy at the Bossier Parish Sheriff's offices for eight years, where she was post-certified and trained as a Detective. This life experience has equipped her with a unique perspective on improving interactions between the deaf community and law enforcement agencies. Her comprehensive understanding of the legal system, coupled with her refined interpreting skills, enables her to work effectively in this area and promote accessibility and inclusion. Her interpreting experience also spans a diverse range of settings, including medical, Legal, post-secondary education, and religious.
Wendi enjoys working closely with the Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing (DDBHH) community, and takes pleasure in planning events and being hands-on during their execution. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Craig, her children, Wren, and Whitni, and her three grandbabies. She also loves tending to her mini farm, and thrifting and hanging out with her mom.
Earl is the Director of Interpreting Services at the Center. He currently holds his BEI Advanced Certification from the state of Texas. Earl joined the staff of the Deaf Action Center in August 2012 after moving from Grand Prairie, TX. Throughout his time at the Center, Earl has held various roles, such as staff interpreter, Director of Studio Operations, and served as the Interpreter Coordinator before taking on his current position as Director of Interpreting Services. In his current role, he is responsible for scheduling interpreters, providing limited mentoring, handling billing and invoicing, and occasionally providing tech support.
Earl takes great satisfaction in serving the Deaf, Deaf-blind, and hard of Hearing Community in Northwest Louisiana and is excited to continue his service in the foreseeable future.
Kenneth is the Centers Community Resource Advocate and Staff Interpreter. With a deep passion for advocating for their rights and providing essential support for their daily needs. He has a personal connection to the cause, having grown up with deaf family members and witnessed firsthand the challenges and discrimination that members of the Deaf community face.
Whether it's helping someone fill out a job application or assisting with interviews, Kenneth is always available to lend a helping hand. He is a well-known presence at our community events and activities, always arriving with a bright smile and wearing his signature green in support of the Boston Celtics.
Outside of work, Kenneth loves nothing more than spending time with his loved ones. He has a daughter and granddaughter who live out of state, and he cherishes every opportunity he gets to visit with them. When he's not with family, you can often find him cheering on the Boston Celtics during games, fully immersed in the excitement of the sport.
Sandra, a self-taught media enthusiast, has gained 18 years of experience in different fields from ministry to marketing. She possesses a wide range of skills, both creative and technical, and is responsible for overseeing all media-related tasks at DAC. This includes graphic design, videography, and editing. Sandra particularly enjoys working alongside her colleagues, brainstorming ideas, and finding solutions to problems.
Outside of work, Sandra enjoys engaging in activities that cater to her introverted nature, such as reading, crocheting, and playing video games. She is a proud parent to two clever children, four mischievous cats, and one loyal dog.
