Erin Geddis, originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, is a shining example of resilience and strength. Diagnosed with type one diabetes at age eight, Erin has faced and overcome tremendous challenges—including conquering both type one diabetes and renal kidney failure with a life-changing kidney-pancreas transplant. In 2020, she lost her sight due to diabetic retinopathy, but refused to let this setback define her.

Inspired by her bond with her son Chase, Erin transformed her adversity into action by founding Queen’s Corner—a national nonprofit that empowers and supports low vision and blind women. She is passionate about women’s health, breaking down barriers, and helping others realize that your level of sight does not define your purpose or potential. Erin is driven to help women everywhere reach for their goals, find their strength, and know that their vision will always go far beyond what they can see.

Marcella Nesbitt is the Director of Finance for the Executive Board of Queens Corner. Marcella plays a pivotal role in guiding the organization toward its long-term objectives.

Marcella, in her pivotal role was inspired to join Queens Corner by the positive energy of the women in the organization. Although she does not have vision challenges herself, a special person in her life has been affected by blindness, and Queens Corner has provided them with immeasurable support.

Marcella is also a dedicated sixth-grade math teacher of 31 years, and continues to teach beyond retirement because of her passion for seeing students learn and grow. She is also a dedicated member of Daybreak Church in West Columbia, SC, serving in various capacities. She holds degrees from the University of South Carolina, Cambridge College, and Walden University.

Marcella lives by the motto, “You should bring the Sunshine!” She believes in proactively making a positive difference and utilizing one’s unique gifts. She enjoys cooking, crafting, traveling, serving on her neighborhood’s homeowners association, and dining at different restaurants with her friends and fiancé, Leroy. Marcella has one son, Steven, whom she considers one of her greatest gifts, as he inspires her to chase her dreams until her goals are accomplished.