Tafta is from the picturesque town of Lake Village, Arkansas, nestled along the banks of the majestic Mississippi River in the vibrant "Delta" region. She earned a degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of Arkansas at Monticello, followed by a degree in Accounting from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.

For the past 14 1/2 years, Tafta had the privilege of serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Mainline Health Systems, Inc. (MHSI), an FQHC based in Southeast Arkansas. She is very passionate and supportive of the health center programs and has witnessed the impact they have on small, rural communities. She is excited to bring her wealth of experience to CLC and contribute towards the success of other health centers in their mission to serve their communities effectively.