LEADERSHIP

Senior Management

Matthew Bourlakas
President and CEO

Mark Sestini
Chief Finance and Administrative Officer

Cindy Varner
Chief Mission Officer

Leisa Wamsley
Chief Operations Officer

Paige Bainbridge
Vice President of Development

Morris Caen
Vice President of IT

Dee H. Elmi
Vice President of Donated Goods

Desiree Graham
Vice President of Marketing

David Meadows
Vice President of Mission Advancement

Rebecca Walker
Vice President of Human Resources

Wendy White
Vice President Finance and Accounting

Board of Directors

Mr. Matthew Bourlakas

President & CEO

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

Through job training programs, upskilling, and educational opportunities, Goodwill advances the ideal of America as the land of opportunity. Accordingly, it’s an honor to help advance Goodwill’s mission of economic empowerment, and play a very small role in helping individuals achieve their American dream.

Mr. John Chobanian

Senior Director, Government Advisory

KPMG

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love Goodwill because its commitment to education and training empowers individuals to achieve self-reliance and build brighter futures. I choose to serve on the board because it’s a meaningful way to support a mission that expands opportunity, transforms lives, and strengthens our local community.

Mr. Les Dolente

Deputy Commissioner and Chief of Staff, Department of Safety and Homeland Security, State of Tennessee

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

Goodwill empowers so many people in the Nashville community. With education that provides an avenue to employment, stores offering affordable alternatives, and environmental practices that divert goods away from our landfills, Goodwill truly enhances the lives of so many, offering a pathway to respect, dignity, and quality of life.

Mr. Shane Douglas

EVP, Partner

Colliers International

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

As a long-time workforce development professional, I admire the intentionality Goodwill makes in providing education and training services as well as wrap-around services to help Middle Tennesseans become economically independent.

Ms. Beth Duffield

Career Coach

Williamson Medical Center

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love Goodwill because of its culture of compassion, and unwavering dedication to the dignity and development of all those whom Goodwill serves.

Mr. Christopher S. Dunn

Attorney

Winstead

Mr. Rick Ewing

Customer Success Director

Oracle Corporation

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I am inspired by Goodwill’s impact on our community, changing lives for the better.

Mr. Clay Hart

Head of Nashville Banking

FirstBank

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

My appreciation for Goodwill goes beyond bargains or donations; it’s about a mission that transforms lives and strengthens communities. I value its commitment to creating employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers and fostering a culture of giving. Its inclusive, community-centered impact deeply aligns with my values.

Dr. Trish Holliday

Chief People Officer

Nashville Electric Service

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

Goodwill is about giving good people the will to fight for a better life. It empowers people to show up and do their very best every day, building self-esteem, confidence, and purpose. It also plays an important role in the consumer supply chain, both in the United States and abroad. I am privileged and honored to be a part of this mission.

Mr. Rob Ivy

CFO

Lee Company

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I believe work has the power to transform lives, which affects friends, family, the workplace and community. Goodwill is committed to serving the needs of all people to pursue work. For these reasons, I humbly choose to serve on the board to advance more training and work opportunities for more people.

Mr. Ryan Jolley

Accessibility Coordinator
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love Goodwill because of how they serve the community in so many ways. Supporting individuals to find a job and purpose in their lives by facilitating the reuse of great quality clothing and products at an affordable price. It is the perfect “flywheel” sustaining organization that has the power to change lives and entire communities.

Mr. Tom Lampe

Vice President

Messer Construction

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love the ability we have to change so many people’s lives.

Mr. Keith Lampkin

CDBG/ HOME Consultant

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love Goodwill because it tangibly serves both “the giver” and the “one who receives” with a mission that is valuable to our community. I serve on the board to lend my service to this worthy cause and to support the life-changing Goodwill Excel Centers.

Dr. Candice McQueen

President

Lipscomb University

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love Goodwill’s mission: Changing lives through education, training, and employment. I can’t think of a better mission to be aligned with that meets individuals more than halfway. Nashville is growing and it’s inspirational to be aligned with an organization that maintains resources for broad prosperity, not just a few.

Mr. Kevin Mitchell

Principal

CapTrust

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

Goodwill impacts lives through its various career development services with a level of intentionality and care that I have not experienced elsewhere. I am honored to serve on the board to help expand the mission in the Middle Tennessee area with programs that reflect current community needs.

Ms. Gabriela Moran

Customer Success Manager

Sentact

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I admire Goodwill’s belief that work builds confidence, stability, and hope. That mission aligns with my commitment to creating pathways to meaningful opportunity. I serve because access transforms lives, and I’m dedicated to strengthening systems that help individuals gain momentum, achieve long-term stability, and thrive in our community.

Ms. Yasmine Mukahal

Director of Workforce Development Programs

HCA Healthcare

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I am honored to serve on the Board of Goodwill of Middle Tennessee. It is deeply gratifying to witness the exceptional work being done — work that provides purpose, creates opportunity, and truly transforms lives.

Ms. Stacey Nickens

VP of Corporate Communications and Marketing

Nashville International Airport

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

Goodwill makes a difference in those who seek a path to economic and financial growth. They have the resources, training, amazing staff, and advocates to guide those who want to thrive. Goodwill makes an impact on our workforce every day. I am proud to serve on the board and support Goodwill of Middle Tennessee.

Ms. Cristina Oakeley

Owner

Caliente Consulting, LLC

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love Goodwill because it accelerates positive societal change and I am honored to serve on the board to help advance that impact.

Mr. Craig Philip

Research Professor

Vanderbilt University

Mr. Mark Sestini

Chief Finance and Administrative Officer

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee

Why do you love Goodwill and choose to serve on the board?

I love working with Goodwill and strongly support the mission to provide education, training and employment to those with barriers. As a member of the Board, I am proud to use my retail experience to help further the betterment of the communities we serve with Goodwill’s famous “giving a hand up, not a handout.”

Mr. Clay Teter

Retired

Mr. Scott Turner

President

Ajax Turner, Inc.

Ms. Susan Vanderbilt