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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Brien Craft
President
Vice President, UNFI
Steve LaMontagne
Vice President
Partner at Moore Colson
Lisa Tolliver
Treasurer
Community Relations Manager, Georgia Power
Reed Russell
Secretary
Partner, Phelps Dunbar, LLP
Paula Hopkins
Board of Directors
Kendall Jacobs
Board of Directors
Senior Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Aaron’s
Andre Kirwan
Board of Directors
Residential Mortgage Broker, First Security Mortgage Services, Inc.
Charndrea Leonard
Board of Directors
SE Regional Administrator, Corporation for National & Community Service
Brian Whitfield
Board of Directors
Principal/Partner at Smith Dalia Architects
STAFF
Talaya Parker
Executive Director
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
Kenya Thacker Pierre, Co-Chair
Jason Abeles
Cathy Bethune
Susan Furr
Erika McGrew
Ericka Mitchell
Will Smith
Valencia Wiley
James Yost
Get Involved
Volunteers make our mission of empowering families in need possible.
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