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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Warrick Dunn
Founder

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Brien Craft
President

Vice President, UNFI

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Steve LaMontagne
Vice President

Partner at Moore Colson

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Lisa Tolliver
Treasurer

Community Relations Manager, Georgia Power

 

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Reed Russell
Secretary

Partner, Phelps Dunbar, LLP

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Paula Hopkins
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Kendall Jacobs
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Senior Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Aaron’s

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Andre Kirwan
Board of Directors

Residential Mortgage Broker, First Security Mortgage Services, Inc.

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Charndrea Leonard
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SE Regional Administrator, Corporation for National & Community Service

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Brian Whitfield
Board of Directors

Principal/Partner at Smith Dalia Architects

STAFF

Talaya Parker
Executive Director
Ms. Parker is a strategic leader with over 20 years of managing large-scale projects and competing priorities. She is visionary who thrives on tough challenges. In her previous role as an Executive Director, she successfully managed multi-million dollars of grant funding that included but not limited to corporate and government grants.

In her corporate career, she directed emerging opportunities within Sales, Diversity, Program/Project Management, Compliance and Operations. Ms. Parker managed partner agreements for global companies located in Atlanta, GA where she generated more than $100M in revenue.

Ms. Parker’s greatest passion and her purpose in life is to serve others. At the age of 12, she was a candy striper for the VA Hospital. Ms. Parker partnered with organizations that supported youth education, health, military veterans and human rights. Ms. Parker led a Regional Diversity and Inclusion Program with a population of over 4,000 associates in the southeast.

Ms. Parker’s volunteerism and charity work extends beyond the United States. Ms. Parker served on missions that supported people in need in Africa, Haiti and India. Ms. Parker has received several awards and accolades. Most recently, she was selected as the Regional Leader for Affordable Housing, inducted into Atlanta Tribune Hall of Fame and featured in Who’s Who Top Executive. In 2023, Ms. Parker added executive film producer to her many talents.

Ms. Parker earned a degree in Business and in Marketing. She is well regarded for her achievements, she has received several accolades, including the Affordable Housing Award of Excellence, induction into the Atlanta Tribune Hall of Fame and recognition into Who’s Who in America, Top Executives.

Talaya Parker
Executive Director
Ms. Parker is a strategic leader with over 20 years of managing large-scale projects and competing priorities. She is visionary who thrives on tough challenges. In her previous role as an Executive Director, she successfully managed multi-million dollars of grant funding that included but not limited to corporate and government grants.

In her corporate career, she directed emerging opportunities within Sales, Diversity, Program/Project Management, Compliance and Operations. Ms. Parker managed partner agreements for global companies located in Atlanta, GA where she generated more than $100M in revenue.

Ms. Parker’s greatest passion and her purpose in life is to serve others. At the age of 12, she was a candy striper for the VA Hospital. Ms. Parker partnered with organizations that supported youth education, health, military veterans and human rights. Ms. Parker led a Regional Diversity and Inclusion Program with a population of over 4,000 associates in the southeast.

Ms. Parker’s volunteerism and charity work extends beyond the United States. Ms. Parker served on missions that supported people in need in Africa, Haiti and India. Ms. Parker has received several awards and accolades. Most recently, she was selected as the Regional Leader for Affordable Housing, inducted into Atlanta Tribune Hall of Fame and featured in Who’s Who Top Executive. In 2023, Ms. Parker added executive film producer to her many talents.

Ms. Parker earned a degree in Business and in Marketing. She is well regarded for her achievements, she has received several accolades, including the Affordable Housing Award of Excellence, induction into the Atlanta Tribune Hall of Fame and recognition into Who’s Who in America, Top Executives.

Nancy Mulholland is a passionate champion for children and families who brings with her 20+ years of experience to Warrick Dunn Charities, Inc. Ms. Mulholland has had the privilege of working with at-risk youth and their families through both the government and nonprofit sectors in Pennsylvania and North Carolina.

Ms. Mulholland graduated from Lenoir Rhyne College in Hickory, North Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human and Community Service. Through her career Nancy has served in many different capacities, facilitating individual, family, and group sessions in therapeutic environments, intake specialist, court manager, child advocate, and fundraising and events management. In her current role, Nancy is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating Homes for the Holidays as well as overseeing all supportive programming to include Count on Your Future, Hearts for Community Service, and SCULPT.

In addition to her work with children, Nancy is actively involved in the community and has served as a member of the Chapter Advisory Board of UNC Charlotte’s Eta Psi Chapter of Kappa Delta and a member of the Board of Directors for Larry King’s Clubhouse.

Nancy Mulholland
Program Director
Nancy Mulholland
Program Director
Nancy Mulholland is a passionate champion for children and families who brings with her 20+ years of experience to Warrick Dunn Charities, Inc. Ms. Mulholland has had the privilege of working with at-risk youth and their families through both the government and nonprofit sectors in Pennsylvania and North Carolina.

Ms. Mulholland graduated from Lenoir Rhyne College in Hickory, North Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human and Community Service. Through her career Nancy has served in many different capacities, facilitating individual, family, and group sessions in therapeutic environments, intake specialist, court manager, child advocate, and fundraising and events management. In her current role, Nancy is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating Homes for the Holidays as well as overseeing all supportive programming to include Count on Your Future, Hearts for Community Service, and SCULPT.

In addition to her work with children, Nancy is actively involved in the community and has served as a member of the Chapter Advisory Board of UNC Charlotte’s Eta Psi Chapter of Kappa Delta and a member of the Board of Directors for Larry King’s Clubhouse.

Ashley Manago
Program Manager, Count On Your Future & Hearts For Community Service
Ashley is a seasoned financial professional with over 15 years of experience spanning the corporate and non-profit sectors. A proud Georgia native, she holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Georgia State University. Beginning in banking operations, Ashley swiftly transitioned into roles such as Credit Coach, Senior Housing Counselor, and Training and Development Specialist. In these capacities, she has impacted countless lives by educating over 4,000 individuals—both youth and adults—on crucial financial matters. Her expertise encompasses debt management, wealth building, and homeownership, where she meticulously crafts action plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

With an extensive range of certifications, including Instructional Design & eLearning, HUD-Approved Housing Counselor, Financial Coaching, and expertise in Financial Education delivery, Ashley demonstrates a relentless pursuit of professional development and mastery in her field. Driven by a profound sense of purpose and passion for financial literacy and affordable housing, Ashley is dedicated to nurturing an environment conducive to generational wealth. Her specialization in financial education underscores her ability to facilitate the success and growth of others, leveraging strong interpersonal skills and a well-honed sense of humor to foster connections and build rapport across diverse backgrounds, cultures, and demographic groups.

Ashley Manago
Program Manager, Count On Your Future & Hearts For Community Service
Ashley is a seasoned financial professional with over 15 years of experience spanning the corporate and non-profit sectors. A proud Georgia native, she holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Georgia State University. Beginning in banking operations, Ashley swiftly transitioned into roles such as Credit Coach, Senior Housing Counselor, and Training and Development Specialist. In these capacities, she has impacted countless lives by educating over 4,000 individuals—both youth and adults—on crucial financial matters. Her expertise encompasses debt management, wealth building, and homeownership, where she meticulously crafts action plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

With an extensive range of certifications, including Instructional Design & eLearning, HUD-Approved Housing Counselor, Financial Coaching, and expertise in Financial Education delivery, Ashley demonstrates a relentless pursuit of professional development and mastery in her field. Driven by a profound sense of purpose and passion for financial literacy and affordable housing, Ashley is dedicated to nurturing an environment conducive to generational wealth. Her specialization in financial education underscores her ability to facilitate the success and growth of others, leveraging strong interpersonal skills and a well-honed sense of humor to foster connections and build rapport across diverse backgrounds, cultures, and demographic groups.

ADVISORY COUNCIL

Warrick Dunn Charities Advisory Council comprises a diverse group of up to 20 representatives nationally from corporations, community and nonprofit organizations actively involved in providing or promoting economic empowerment, education, wellness, combating food-insecurity and addressing the social needs of women and children within low to moderate-income households. The Advisory Council promotes the mission of Warrick Dunn Charities and provides support in the areas of business development, mission-delivery and fundraising.

Samuel Lucas, Chair

Kenya Thacker Pierre, Co-Chair

Jason Abeles

Cathy Bethune

Susan Furr

Erika McGrew

Ericka Mitchell

Will Smith

Valencia Wiley

James Yost

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Warrick Dunn Charities, Inc.
235 Ponce De Leon Place
Suite M – 306
Decatur, GA 30030

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Phone: +1 (470) 585-1648

Warrick Dunn Charities, Inc.
235 Ponce De Leon Place
Suite M – 306
Decatur, GA 30030

IMPROVING LIVES / INSTILLING HOPE / INSPIRING COMMUNITIES