LEADERSHIP

Senior Management

Matthew Bourlakas
President and CEO

Christine Skold
Chief Financial Officer

Cindy Varner
Chief Mission Officer

Leisa Wamsley
Chief Operations Officer

Paige Bainbridge
Vice President of Development

George Carlson
Vice President of Mission Services

Dee H. Elmi
Vice President of Donated Goods

Desiree Graham
Vice President of Marketing

Ed O’Kelley
Vice President of Information Technology

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 they strive every day to serve others in ways that make a lasting impact. I serve on the board at Goodwill because I strive for the same and believe in their mission.

Ms. Emily Cummings

Community Leader

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

Executive Vice President

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

Mr. Clay Hart

Executive Vice President

Pinnacle Financial Partners

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 & General Manger of Nashville Office

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 believe strongly in the value of work, and Goodwill provides avenues for people who face barriers to employment. It is a noble endeavor and one that I am proud to be a part of as a member of the Board of Directors. Serving on the Board is a fulfilling experience, knowing that I am making a difference in the lives of others.

Mr. Michael Madden

Executive Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer

Kirkland’s, Inc.

Mr. Michael Mardoian

MBA Candidate

Vanderbilt University

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

I love that Goodwill helps give purpose for those it serves. Every board meeting begins with a mission moment, when someone who’s life has been changed thanks to Goodwill’s service shares their story. It’s inspirational and reminds us of how fortunate we are to play a small role in Goodwill carrying out its mission.

Mr. Philip McGowan

Senior Partner

FINN Partners

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

Partner

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

Account Executive

Preverity, Inc.

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

Ms. Christine Skold

Chief Financial 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