BBWC - Key Persons


Drew Thompson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board

Edwin L. Gibson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
Edwin L. Gibson, EL, is a native Houstonian and International film and television star who is no stranger to healthcare. His many film and tv credits include roles alongside such notables as the late Chadwick Boseman and Chris Rock, to playing the late Bill Russell and the late Dick Gregory. He credits his success as an actor and producer to his compassion for supporting and helping others. EL is the newest member of the Board of Directors of Bee Busy Wellness Center.

Frances Carter

Job Titles:
  • Co - Chair of the Board
Frances Fowler-Carter is a retired Career & Technical Education educator with over 30+ years of experience in public education and ten plus years of retail management experience. She has been recognized for her support, service and expertise by her peers, students, community, state and national student, service and social organizations, the City of Houston, the State of Texas and most recently the President's Volunteer Lifetime Achievement Award.

Jamie Nicole

Job Titles:
  • Certified Health Coach
  • Recruitment Chair
Jamie Nicole is a certified health coach, certified autoimmune coach, certified life coach, and fitness instructor whose passion and purpose are not only to educate people like herself with autoimmune disease to live an autoimmune protocol (AIP) lifestyle, but to help them overcome the inequities that exist in the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) community that are barriers to the successful implementation of AIP. As a member of the Bee Busy Wellness Center Board of Directors, Jamie's goal is to continue to expand her reach and impact as a champion of health justice for all.

Jean-Claude Nzamba

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
Mr. Nzamba has been an entrepreneur since 2004 specializing in Information Technology, international trade, and project management. He has been an advocate for healthy eating habits and mental health. He is passionate about Agriculture, human rights, artificial intelligence, business and leadership.

Johnny Johnson

Job Titles:
  • Employee
  • Member of the Board
Johnny is a retired federal employee with over 30 years of experience. He is the President of a local bowling association with over 500 members. Johnny is the owner and operation of Binder Mediation and Arbitration practice. He is a certified golf instructor for 1st Tee. He is a life member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Johnny has been in the preaching ministry for 30 years and a servant leader.

Karlus Rubin - Chairman

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of the Board
Karlus DiVine Rubin is a Real Estate Broker and Partner with Masters Realty, and a Construction Project Manager with DMR Solutions. Her 22 year's experience serving the urban and suburban real estate market has afforded her the honor of serving others in their dreams of home ownership. Karlus DiVine not only negotiates and advocates on behalf of others looking to buy, sell, or lease a home, but as a Construction Project manager her knowledge has aided in improving the quality of life for homeowners impacted by the recent years natural disasters. Karlus DiVine's commitment to serve didn't begin in real estate, it began in healthcare. For 15 years she served the needs of others at the renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center. Karlus DiVine credits her parents, George and Myrtle Rubin, her church Greater Truth Temple Worship Center, and her many years in healthcare as a foundation for her compassion and dedication to serving and advocating for others. As a patient and elected Board Chair of Bee Busy Wellness Center, Karlus believes her many years of compassion and advocating for others groomed her to receive this honor in continuing to serving the community today within the healthcare arena.

Maria Gutierrez

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board

Vera Walker

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Board
BOI (Born on the Island) from Galveston Texas and youngest of six siblings. For over 22 years, she has thoroughly enjoyed working with families and students interested in higher education in several capacities. Currently, she is a Regional Recruiter for Texas A&M University. Vera is a proud member of Bee Busy Wellness Center. She accepted the call to serve immediately after accessing services. She recognized the need for health care and wanted to be a part of something bigger than herself. Bee Busy Wellness Center is proud to have her. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time in her 'She-Shed', taking on mini projects around her home and spending time with her family and friends.