Executive Director/CEO Peer Network

Purpose

The ED/CEO Peer Network is designed exclusively for Executive Directors and CEOs leading South Carolina’s nonprofits. It offers a trusted space for nonprofit leaders to connect, share insights, and strengthen their organizations through:

  • Peer-to-peer roundtables and confidential discussions

  • Topical learning sessions and retreats

  • Supportive leadership development opportunities

  • Access to exclusive resources and sector updates

Goals

  • Leadership Development: Sharpen executive skills and strategies through shared experience and expert guidance.

  • Organizational Resilience: Strengthen nonprofits’ ability to adapt, grow, and lead through change.

  • Peer Support: Build a trusted network of fellow executive leaders navigating similar challenges.

  • Collaborative Problem-Solving: Tackle sector-wide issues through collective brainstorming and solution sharing.

  • Governance Excellence: Share board leadership best practices and support strong ED-board relationships.

  • Succession Planning: Prepare for leadership transitions with peer-led insights and planning tools.

  • Policy & Advocacy Alignment: Stay updated on public policy priorities and elevate the sector’s voice.

  • Well-being & Sustainability: Address burnout, promote balance, and support long-term nonprofit leadership.

  • Networking & Recognition: Celebrate leadership milestones and highlight sector achievements.

Quick Links

Please Note: The ED/CEO Listserv is currently specific to the following job title format(s): President, Executive Director, ED, ED/CEO, Executive Director/CEO, CEO, Chief Executive Officer, President & CEO, Managing Director, Interim Executive Director, Interim Director 

If your job title does not match one of the formats please contact us here!

Executive Director & CEO Leadership Team

  • Catriona Carlisle

    Catriona Carlisle

    Executive Director, Meals on Wheels of Greenville

    Member

  • Amy Colin

    Executive Director, Second Helpings, Inc.

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    (816)215-7532

    Member

  • Rachael Fulmer

    Chief Operations Officer, Homeless No More

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    (803)606-8097

    Member

  • Beverly Hardin

    Chief Executive Officer, Landmarks for Families

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    (843)266-5222

    Member

  • Amanda Herlihy

    Amanda Herlihy

    Executive Director, Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation

    Member

  • Sarah Lyles

    Sarah Lyles

    Executive Director, PalmettoPride

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    (803)758-6034

    Member

  • Lisa O'Connell-Hall

    Lisa O'Connell-Hall

    CEO, Jasmine Road, Inc.

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    (864)814-0221

    Member

  • Sarah Pope

    CEO, SOS Care

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    (843)449-0554

    Member

  • Julia Rugg

    CEO, WINGS for Kids

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    (843)410-8009

    Member

  • Teresa Spires

    Executive Director, KNOW(2)

    Member

  • Norma Jean Suarez

    Norma Jean Suarez

    MBA, LMHC

    Executive Director, Unity Health on Main

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    (864)232-2734

    Member

  • Erin Walters

    Erin Walters

    Chief Executive Officer, Neighbor to Neighbor of South Carolina

    Member

  • Dawn Wilkinson

    Dawn Wilkinson

    Executive Director, Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

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    (803)783-1267

    Member

  • Catherine Schumacher

    President/CEO, Public Education Partners

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    (864)233-9535

    Co-chair

Peer Network Sponsors

July 1 2025 - June 30 2026
  • Solutions by Shawn Edwards

    Solutions by Shawn Edwards

    720 Corral Drive
    Charleston, SC 29414

    CEO & ED Peer Network Annual Sponsor