Board of Directors
The Gilliland Foundation is dedicated to, and its directors willingly assume the challenge of, developing financial support and leadership to provide life-changing opportunities.
Diane Gilliland
ChairDiane Gilliland is the co-founder of the Gilliland Foundation. She brings wide-ranging expertise as Board Chair. In serving as the Chief Financial Officer for Steve Gilliland, Inc. since 2008, her areas of responsibility span finance, accounting, and human resources.
Ann Logan
Vice ChairAnn Logan is a proud graduate of Auburn University and an avid fan of all Tigers sports.
Trish Ward
SecretaryTrish Ward has directed all aspects of human resources, been the Vice-President and Chief Administrative Officer of a multi-million-dollar government contractor and a Certified Legal Assistant for various law firms, and worked directly with the Chairman and CEO in the corporate and legal departments.
Brian Myers
TreasurerBrian Myers is passionate about being a man of God, a great husband, an excellent father, and serving others.
Peter Agiovlassitis
DirectorAs Senior Vice President of Business Development for one of the top advertising agencies in New York, Peter has worked with numerous Fortune 500 brands.
Christy Garnett
DirectorAs the majority holder of Overhead Door Company of Greensboro, Christy Garnett is proud to be recognized as the owner of a women-owned business.
Carolyn McManamy
DirectorCarolyn McManamy graduated from Ithaca College with a Bachelor’s Degree in political science with a minor in economics.
Morris Morrison
DirectorAs CEO of StoryMaker Brands and owner of Windmill Park Media, Morris Morrison is a world-class speaker, and author, who’s journey began in New York City before a doctor’s words changed his life forever, after being orphaned a second time.
Mike Murray
DirectorA former Hollywood publicist handling PR for television series such as The Love Boat, and an editor with national magazines such as Longevity, Glamour and GQ,
Robie Neal
Director, EmeritusRobie Neal served on the board committee to lower the blood alcohol content limit to 0.08% in North Carolina.