Meet Our Dynamic Leadership Team

MONA CLAYTON

MBA, MSN, RN 

Mona Clayton, MBA, MSN, RN, is a healthcare executive, nonprofit founder, author, and global nursing workforce advocate dedicated to expanding access to healthcare careers and strengthening the future nursing workforce. 

As Founder and Executive Director of The Nurses Pub, she leads workforce development and mentorship initiatives that provide students and aspiring healthcare professionals with critical educational resources, career guidance, leadership development, and pathway opportunities into nursing and allied health professions.

In 2018, Mona launched Future 100K Nurses, a global initiative focused on recruiting, mentoring, and providing resources to aspiring nurses across the United States, Africa, Asia, and the Philippines.

 In 2022, she expanded her impact through The Nurses Pub Club, an after-school healthcare career readiness program serving high school students within the Los Angeles Unified School District through academic support, mentorship, and healthcare career exposure.

A respected speaker and thought leader in nursing education and workforce development, Mona is the author of several books supporting nursing students and emerging healthcare professionals, including From Student to Nurse: Surviving the Journey as Painlessly as Possible.

 Her leadership has earned recognition from the Los Angeles County Healthcare System, the University of Phoenix, and the Los Angeles Business Journal. Mona holds degrees in nursing and nursing education, as well as an MBA from Pepperdine University’s Key Executive MBA Program. 

Through strategic leadership, global outreach, and resource-driven programming, she continues to champion innovative solutions that empower future healthcare professionals while sustaining the nursing workforce.

See www.theonlynursemona.com

 Crystal Dillard 

MBA, BA

As Secretary of The Nurses Pub, Crystal Dillard Robinson leverages her extensive background in marketing, sales, and leadership to advance the organization's mission of empowering future nurses. 

She is dedicated to enhancing communication, driving strategic growth, and promoting operational excellence to support The Nurses Pub's global initiatives.

With over a decade of experience in the senior living industry as Chief Marketing Officer for Oakmont Management Group, Crystal has been instrumental in elevating the company's marketing vision, positioning Oakmont as a leader in the Seniors Housing industry. 

Her leadership has guided Oakmont's marketing and sales teams to achieve unprecedented results, including the successful lease-up of over 40 new assets. 

Her approach to sales and branding continues to drive growth.

Crystal earned her bachelor's degree in Marketing and General Management from California State University, Sacramento and recently received her MBA from Pepperdine's Executive MBA program. 

She is known for her collaborative leadership style, creative vision, and dedication to making a positive impact in every endeavor.

A proud Alabama Crimson Tide football fan with a love for vacationing in Maui, Crystal also enjoys working with high-performing teams and helping others grow.

 Her passion for service and excellence makes her an invaluable part of The Nurses Pub's mission to inspire and create opportunities for the next generation of nurses.

KENDRA BELL

 PHN, RN 

Kendra Bell, PHN, RN has over 36 years of compassionate nursing experience in various clinical settings such as neurological intensive care, surgical intensive care, step- down unit,  public health community field services, nursing informatics. 

Kendra  currently operates as the nurse manager for the nursing informatics team and public health nurses for the Los Angeles County Public Health.

Her keen managerial skills, business acumen and strategic planning expertise is the highlight of her career. 

A servant at heart, Kendra is heavily involved in community organizations and has been active as a public speaker, mentor and liaison for The Nurses Pub organization since 2018. 

She also advocates for uplifting student nurses to assist with reaching their goals.

Kendra is heavily versed with working with individuals experiencing homelessness and is aware of the need for community involvement. 

Her professional memberships include the American Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau Nursing, American Public Health Association, American Nursing Informatics Association and presently serves as the Vice President for Los Angeles Southwest College Nursing Alumni Committee.

Kendra attended California State University Dominguez Hills earning a Master of Science in Nursing Administration, a Bachelor of Science at California State University, Los Angeles and an Associate of Science in nursing at Los Angeles Southwest College. 

Professionally she has acquired  certifications with the  State of California-Public Health and with George Washington University’s Associate’s Certificate in Business Analysis.

Kendra devotes her spare time for family and friends while enjoying traveling and adventure.