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
Mr. John Azar
President
Mr. David Lee
Treasurer
Rev. Dr. Joan Martin
Chairman of the Board
Dr. John Hauser
Secretary (Ex-Officio)
Mr. Mike Whiteman
Assistant Treasurer (Ex-Officio)
Mr. Jesse Caldwell
Director (Ex-Officio)/ Gaston College Trustee
Mr. Eric Clay
Director
Mr. John Dancoff
Director
Mr. Tim Efird
Director
Mr. Chris Elmore
Director
Mr. Chad Ghorley
Director
Mrs. Christa Heilig
Director
Robin Lang
Director
Bobby Robinson
Director
Ms. Jennifer Thomas
Director
Ms. Rosalind Welder
Director
Dr. Johnathan Williams
Director
Steven Wilson
Director
Staff
Luke Upchurch
Executive Director-Foundation, Grants & Sponsored Programs
Andrea G. Rankin
Manager - Development Office Operations and Scholarships