Staff

JoAnn M. Turnquist

President & CEO
joann@yourfoundation.org, x323
JoAnn leads the Foundation in implementing the long-range strategic plan and works with the board of trustees and staff to set the vision for new initiatives. She provides stewardship services to new donors to assist them in achieving their philanthropic goals and works to expand the role of the Foundation within the community.

 

Jo Bull

Chief Operating Officer
jo@yourfoundation.org, x326
Jo is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Foundation and directing policies and procedures. She also oversees the Foundation's ongoing relationships and stewardship services to existing donors.

 

Tonia E. Cochran

Director of Marketing & Communications
tonia@yourfoundation.org, x329

Tonia is responsible for coordinating publications and marketing/public relations objectives in accordance with the Community Foundation's overall communications message and vision. She also assists with special events.

 

Edward E. Conroy, CPA

Chief Financial Officer
edward@yourfoundation.org, x325
Edward manages fund balances and investment information for donors, local organizations and agency endowments and directs all finance and accounting functions of the Foundation. He also oversees human resources for the Foundation.

 

Carolyn M. Holderman

BGTIME Project Director
carolyn@yourfoundation.org, x328
Carolyn oversees the BGTIMEproject, a collaborative project which seeks to bridge ethnic, economic and generational lines to raise digital literacy among seniors, enhancing their participation in civic dialogue.

 

Kerrie M. Newell

Director of Program Development & Events
kerrie@yourfoundation.org, x327
Kerrie oversees events management and coordinates special programs and projects. She works closely with the Wine Festival Advisory Committee in managing all events associated with the Central Carolina Food & Wine Festival.

 

Veronica L. Pinkett-Barber

Program Officer
veronica@yourfoundation.org, x331
Veronica is responsible for reviewing and evaluating grant and scholarship requests, working with current grantees and interested applicants to develop proposals and educating the community about the program activities of the Foundation.

 

Judy E. Watkins

Financial Assistant
judy@yourfoundation.org, x330
Judy processes stock gifts, contributions and invoices overseeing the daily internal financial needs of the Community Foundation.