The Foundation is guided by a volunteer board of directors appointed by the Gaston College board of trustees. Directors are invited to serve based upon their demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Gaston College.
Board of Directors
Rev. Dr. Joan Martin
President
Mr. John Azar
Vice President
Mr. David Lee
Treasurer
Dr. John Hauser
Secretary (Ex-Officio)
Mr. Mike Whiteman
Assistant Treasurer (Ex-Officio)
Mr. Nazrul Chowdhury
Director
Mr. Jesse Caldwell
Director (Ex-Officio)/ Gaston College Trustee
Mr. Eric Clay
Mr. Alan Cloninger
Director
Mr. Chad Ghorley
Director
Mr. Tim Efird
Director
Mr. Chris Elmore
Director
Mr. Marty Hallman
Director
Mrs. Christa Heilig
Director
Ms. Iris Hopper
Director
Ms. Jennifer Thomas
Director
Ms. Rosalind Welder
Director
Dr. Johnathan Williams
Director
Staff
Luke Upchurch
Executive Director-Foundation, Grants & Sponsored Programs
Andrea Grenier
Manager - Development Office Operations and Scholarships