Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina names Amanda Wagner chief executive officer
November 10, 2026
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina (GSESC) announced that Amanda Wagner has been named the council’s new chief executive officer, effective Nov. 9, 2026. The GSESC Board of Directors selected Wagner following a thorough search and selection process led by the council’s CEO Search Committee.
“Amanda has a strong understanding of our region and a passion for expanding opportunities for young people,” said Courtney Cavatoni, board chair of Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina. “Her experience, collaborative leadership style, and commitment to mission-driven work will be valuable assets as we continue to strengthen our council and build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.”
Wagner brings more than 15 years of nonprofit and executive leadership experience, with a strong background in youth development, strategic planning, financial stewardship, team development and community partnerships. Her previous leadership roles include vice president of operations for Equus Workforce Solutions, chief operating officer of Employ Prince George’s and senior operations director at Eckerd Connects, where she led programs supporting children, youth and families across multiple states, including South Carolina.
Wagner holds a master’s degree in youth development and leadership from Clemson University and a bachelor’s degree in communications from Southern New Hampshire University.
“On behalf of the CEO Search Committee, we are thrilled to welcome Amanda to Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina,” said Amanda Cole, CEO Search Committee chair. “We are grateful to the committee and the board for their thoughtful consideration, time, and dedication throughout this important process, and we look forward to the future of our council under Amanda’s leadership.”
Wagner and her family live on Daniel Island, where she is active in the Daniel Island Rotary Club. She also serves on the Advisory Council of CAEL (Council for Adult and Experiential Learning) and previously served as co-chair of Trident United Way’s Women United.
About Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina is headquartered at 7257 Cross County Road in North Charleston. The council serves 5,000 girls and volunteers in 15 counties. Learn more at girlscoutsesc.org.
