Together SC aims to create a space of development and support for those who are responsible for carrying out core operational functions within member organizations by focusing on the people, processes, and technology necessary for optimizing operations, understanding that effective and efficient operations management is foundational to realizing the mission and vision of any organization.

Purpose

  1. To facilitate development and support opportunities that are timely, relevant and practical.
  2. To advance the mission and vision of member organizations through learning opportunities that optimize operations.
  3. To encourage and celebrate leaders who carry out operations functions, knowing that it can be a thankless job at times.

Participation 

  • Every organization has key operational functions that make vision and mission possible, however those who perform these functions may have diverse titles across different organizations. To that end the Operations Peer Network is geared toward supporting those who are responsible for operations functions and not just those who occupy the role of operations leader in title.
  • Membership is open to staff and volunteers of Together SC member organizations who manage core operations functions including but not limited to: human resources, information technology, finance, facilities, and risk management/compliance
  • Member Benefits: a network of peers, operational resources, and professional development

Join This Network

How Do I Join a Peer Network Listserv Group?

Join the community of your Together SC Peer Network! As a member of a peer network you can join one or more Peer Network Listserv Groups, a virtual community that allows you to share questions, resources and stay closely connected to your peers. These Peer Network Listserv Groups are moderated by Together SC staff and the Peer Network Leadership Teams.

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FY23 Objectives

  1. Host periodic zoom sessions to conduct support and development opportunities based on timely and relevant operational issues.
  2. Provide opportunities for peer to peer sharing of knowledge and expertise.
  3. Create opportunities to celebrate “wins”.
  4. Develop a culture of inclusiveness by engaging leaders who manage operations functions in diverse capacities – whether in large or small organizations in both rural and urban areas across the state.


Leadership Structure

  • Each year Together SC will invite a diverse team of experienced operations professionals to help lead the Operations Peer Network. They will be responsible for program planning and providing overall direction.
  • They may be invited to represent the Operations Peer Network by attending key events with, and on behalf of, Together SC as opportunities arise.
  • They will be asked to participate in monthly planning calls and an annual planning meeting. 

Operations Peer Network Directory

Operations Peer Network Leadership Team

  • Amanda Coté

    Amanda Coté

    SHRM-CP

    Director of Finance & Operations, Preservation Society of Charleston

    Chair

  • Elizabeth Gibson

    Elizabeth Gibson

    HR Director, Coastal Conservation League

    Chair

  • Jeffrey Fleming

    Jeffrey Fleming

    Chief Operating Officer, Palmetto Project, Inc.

    Immediate Past Chair

  • Katy Davenport

    Katy Davenport

    Chief Strategy Officer, CommunityWorks Carolina

    Member

  • Ameka Neely

    Ameka Neely

    SHRM-CP

    Director of HR & Payroll, Children's Trust of SC

    Member

  • Doug Taylor

    Doug Taylor

    Director of Operations and Finance, Fact Forward

    Member

  • Benjamin Bullock

    Benjamin Bullock

    Vice President & COO, Together SC

    Staff Advisor