Our Leadership Team
The people who connect, elevate, and celebrate nurses worldwide
Built on Mission,
Guided by Excellence
The Nurses Magazine® was founded to do one thing: elevate the nursing profession. The team behind TNM brings decades of clinical expertise, editorial leadership, academic excellence, and healthcare innovation to every issue, event, and initiative the organization produces.
From its founding executive team to its distinguished editorial and advisory boards, every TNM leader shares a single commitment — ensuring nurses from every country, every culture, and every background are seen, celebrated, and supported.
The Founding Team
The Nurses Magazine was founded by healthcare leaders united by a shared mission — to build a platform worthy of the nurses it serves.
Dr. Donel J. Richemond
President, Publisher & FounderA healthcare leader and educator with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Richemond founded The Nurses Magazine to spotlight nurses as changemakers in healthcare and beyond. He also leads Trinity Global Institute and Glory Healthcare Staffing. His mission is grounded in faith, service, and innovation — ensuring nurses are seen, heard, and celebrated at every level of their profession.
"The Nurses Magazine was born from my own journey as a nursing student who wanted to make a difference. It's a platform built to empower, elevate, and celebrate nurses."
— Dr. Donel J. Richemond, DBA, MSN, MBA, RN | President, Publisher & Founder
Dr. Carlfred Charlot
Co-FounderA compassionate physician and leader with deep clinical roots, Dr. Charlot brings a physician's perspective and a profound passion for community health to The Nurses Magazine. His leadership ensures that TNM reflects a commitment to clinical excellence and professional advancement throughout the healthcare community.
"Nurses are the heart of healthcare. Through The Nurses Magazine, we spotlight their stories and support their growth as leaders in every community."
— Dr. Carlfred Charlot, MD, MBA, PA | Co-Founder
Dr. Marie O. Etienne
Editor-in-Chief & Chief Operating OfficerA tenured Professor of Nursing at Miami Dade College since 1997, Dr. Etienne's clinical and academic expertise spans pediatrics, geriatrics, family practice, community health, leadership, and online RN-BSN curriculum development. A DNP-prepared nurse leader and the first minority President of the Florida Nurses Association, she is a nationally honored advocate recognized for her leadership in HANA, NBNA, and global humanitarian work.
Mehrab Hossain
IT DirectorMehrab Hossain leads the technology vision of The Nurses Magazine®, building the digital infrastructure that carries the magazine's mission across borders. He is developing TNM's next-generation digital platform and integrating a custom AI system designed to reduce administrative burden, strengthen operations, and expand the magazine's global reach.
"My mission is to power The Nurses Magazine® with technology so that nurses everywhere are connected, elevated, and given the respect this profession has always deserved. When IT and nursing move forward together, they can change how the world sees nurses."
— Mehrab Hossain, MA | IT DirectorLeadership & Operations Staff
The team that keeps The Nurses Magazine's digital infrastructure and marketing running at the highest standard.
Editorial Board
The Nurses Magazine editorial board brings advanced clinical, academic, and professional credentials to every issue, ensuring content meets the highest standards of nursing journalism.
Advisory Board
TNM's advisory board represents the full spectrum of nursing leadership — from bedside care and advanced practice to executive leadership, education, and policy. Their guidance ensures the platform remains credible, relevant, and impactful.
Partner With The Nurses Magazine
Sponsorship, speaking, advertising, and media partnership opportunities are available for healthcare organizations, brands, and nursing leaders.
The Nurses Magazine® — Connecting Nurses Worldwide | thenursesmagazine.com | Spring 2026
