- About Us -
Christi Powell
Christi is a WBE (Women Business Enterprise) Lead for a building materials supply company supporting locations in the United States and has 27 years in the Commercial & Residential Construction field working in several key roles.
She currently serves as a Board of Director member including the NY Women Builders Council, the Skilled Trades Alliance, the LIBI Associate Board of Directors, and the Greenville Chamber Board of Advisors. She loves making a difference for women in the industry and helping women and minorities feel welcome in nontraditional careers. She holds the 2021 GWBC award for the WBE Advocate of the year and a 2021 Woman of Influence Award.
Alex Iacovelli
Alex is a dedicated and accomplished young professional in the construction industry. She serves in a specialized role focused on business development and providing invaluable support to small and minority-owned businesses, informed by a background on job sites and lumber yards.
Committed to fostering community engagement, driving growth, and delivering exceptional service, Alex brings a wealth of expertise in relationship building, strategic planning, and cultivating successful partnerships. With an unwavering dedication to serving our communities and building a brighter future, Alex strives to apply her passion and skill set to make a positive impact every day.
Kaley Tawadros
Kaley is a seasoned social media marketing expert with extensive experience in crafting strategies that drive growth and visibility for businesses. As the founder and owner of Social Society Marketing, she leads a dynamic agency dedicated to helping businesses connect with their target audiences and thrive in the digital landscape.
Leveraging her strong sales background, Kaley specializes in creating compelling social media content that tells the unique stories of businesses at every stage of growth. Her expertise lies in crafting innovative campaigns that capture attention, spark engagement, and often go viral, all while maintaining a professional and authentic brand voice.
Fueled by her passion for empowering business owners to achieve their goals, Kaley develops tailored marketing strategies and impactful campaigns for clients across the nation, helping them stand out and succeed in an ever-evolving marketplace.
Mattison Eason
Matti is a passionate and accomplished professional specializing in fundraising, marketing, and event management. With a strong foundation in campaign strategy, client relations, and project execution, she thrives in dynamic environments where collaboration and innovation lead to meaningful impact. Deeply committed to empowering women and youth to navigate and thrive in the workforce, Matti combines her expertise with a dedication to mentorship and meaningful support.
Leading an independent event management company (MomentEM), Matti continues to seek opportunities to connect with others, foster growth, and deliver exceptional results. Driven by a commitment to continuous learning and building strong relationships, she is dedicated to creating memorable experiences and making a positive difference in every endeavor.
Victoria Brannon
Leadership Training for Women and their Management Team. Annual Continued Education Training followed up by accountability calls and training to ensure your team stays sharp and skilled in communication, delegation, ownership, and conflict resolution.
With over a decade in leadership experience, team management, and running a profitable business, Victoria (the Founder and Coach at Hugs N Hustle) has developed the skills, tools, and resources to help serve women in leadership at their highest capacity.
- Our Board of Advisors -
A high-functioning board is filled with enthusiastic storytellers who ignite passion in others and are always eager to invite others to know more and do more for your organization.
We are blessed to have an amazing team!
Thank you for all that you do!
Alastair Boulding
Teaching Professional - Clemson University
Angela Gardner
Director, Business Development & Marketing - Hill Electric
Stephanie Morris
Marketing Consultant - Skyline Exhibits and Design
Malin LaPlace
Senior Planner Workforce Solutions-Instructional Design - Houston-Galveston Area Council
Kim Bos
Business Development - Summit Engineering
Victoria Brannon
Leadership Coach - Hugs & Hustle
Katie Throckmorton
Owner - Distinct Builders, LLC
Chris Schweighart
Senior Adviser Industrial Division - Aline Capital
Julie Selof
Truliant At Work Officer - Truliant Federal Credit Union
Abi Thomas
Employee Benefits & HR Consultant - Gallagher
Alex Lacovelli
WBE Market Manager - 84 Lumber Company
Ava Smith
President/Owner of Flat Fee Recruiting
Martine Helou-Allen
Executive Director at RIZE Prevention, Inc.
Caitlin Townsend
Health & Welfare Consultant - Assured Partners
Libby Mendiratta
Executive Vice President - GE Frisco Company
Kristine Myer
CEO Southern Crafted, LLC
Melissa Eaton
Planning and Program Management
Madison Powell
College Student - Greenville Tech
Melanie Brown
Corporate Sales Manager - Greenville Convention Center
Kelly Green
President of KLG Engineering
Amy Albert
Director of Development - Greenville County schools
Lynn Chavez
Partner - A-Team Credit Processing
Paul Pappy
Owner/CEO Sonfast Corporation