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Warrick Dunn
Board of Directors

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Steve LaMontagne
President

Partner at Moore Colson

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Reed Russell
Vice President

Partner, Phelps Dunbar, LLP

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Kendall Jacobs
Treasurer
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Brian Whitfield
Secretary

Principal/Partner at Smith Dalia Architects

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Andre Kirwan
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Residential Mortgage Broker, First Security Mortgage Services, Inc.

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Charndrea Leonard
Board of Directors

SE Regional Administrator, Corporation for National & Community Service

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Toby W. Goodlett
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Executive Vice President / Retail Services Executive, First Citizens Bank

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Vincent Washington
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Lisa Senters
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CEO/FOUNDER Jet Senters Aviation

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Joseph “Joe” Handy
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CEO, Clearwater Marine Aquarium

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George Crawford, MD
Board of Directors

Founder and Lead Surgeon at The Crawford Clinic

STAFF

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 Director
Ashley Manago
Program Manager
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.

Janaiha Ellis
Executive Assistant
Janaiha Ellis serves as the Executive Assistant at Warrick Dunn Charities, Inc., where she provides high-level administrative and organizational support to ensure daily operations run smoothly. With over two decades in the non-profit sector, she brings a strong background in hospitality and nonprofit management, and a proven ability to create welcoming, efficient, and mission-driven environments.

Passionate about helping people, Janaiha is committed to fostering meaningful connections and supporting initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities. Prior to joining Warrick Dunn Charities, she worked extensively in the hospitality industry, where she honed her skills in service, leadership, and operations. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to service, compassion, and impact.

Outside of work, Janaiha enjoys music and finds joy in uplifting others through her personal and professional pursuits. She is also a proud mother of three—two adult daughters, one of whom is still in college and figure skates, and a middle school–aged son who plays ice hockey. She treasures the time she spends with her children and supports them in their passions.

Janaiha Ellis
Executive Assistant
Janaiha Ellis serves as the Executive Assistant at Warrick Dunn Charities, Inc., where she provides high-level administrative and organizational support to ensure daily operations run smoothly.

With over two decades in the non-profit sector, she brings a strong background in hospitality and nonprofit management, and a proven ability to create welcoming, efficient, and mission-driven environments.

Passionate about helping people, Janaiha is committed to fostering meaningful connections and supporting initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen communities.

Prior to joining Warrick Dunn Charities, she worked extensively in the hospitality industry, where she honed her skills in service, leadership, and operations.

Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to service, compassion, and impact.

Outside of work, Janaiha enjoys music and finds joy in uplifting others through her personal and professional pursuits.

She is also a proud mother of three—two adult daughters, one of whom is still in college and figure skates, and a middle school–aged son who plays ice hockey.

She treasures the time she spends with her children and supports them in their passions.

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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

© 2026 Warrick Dunn Charities