Ten at the Top welcomes new board members

February 4, 2021

Ten at the Top is pleased to announce the addition of 14 new board members for the 2021-2023 term. Each new member participated in one of the TATT New Board Member orientation sessions held on January 28th and 29th. They join existing members to form the governing board for the 10-county non-profit organization.

New Members to the TATT board are:

  • Geoff Beans, Associate, NAI Earle Furman
  • Alex Butterbaugh, Owner, Keowee Brewing Company
  • Annie Caggiano, President & CEO, Oconee Economic Alliance
  • Dr. Annette Christy, Executive Council Member, AARP of South Carolina
  • Stinson Ferguson, Special Counsel, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd
  • Joel Jones, Chief Operating Officer, ReWa
  • Brown Patterson, Chairman, Laurens County Council
  • Abby Russell, Corporate Relations Director, Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
  • Nathan Senn, Mayor, City of Laurens
  • Frannie Stockwell, President, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce
  • Dr. Michael Thorsland, Superintendent, School District of Oconee County
  • Jenny Wehrs, Vice President-Operations, Bon Secours St. Francis Health System
  • Julie Wilkie, City Manager, City of Greenwood
  • Trentsie Williams, Director of Finance, Meg’s House

The TATT Board of Directors is composed of public, private and civic leaders from across the 10-county Upstate region. TATT board members are charged with representing the region and their community in fostering trust and collaboration across the region on issues of regional significance, serving as an advocate for regional thinking within their specific city or county, assisting TATT in engaging elected officials, business and community leaders, and supporting general organizational functions.

About Ten at the Top

Comprised of public, private and civic leaders from across the ten-county Upstate South Carolina Region, Ten at the Top was created to connect and encourage regional collaboration through data-driven research and regular convening of leaders and citizens to address key issues facing the region. Ten at the Top works with regional partners to foster collaboration and strategic planning to enhance the economic vitality and quality of life for Upstate residents both today and as the region continues to grow. For more information, visit www.tenatthetop.org.