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MS Leadership Class
MS Leadership Class 2014 Graduation
Creating a world free of MS.This graduation ceremony has been generously underwritten by Elaine and John Carlos.
THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2014
Cherokee Town and Country Club
155 West Paces Ferry Road, NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
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Graduation Cocktail Reception & DinnerThursday, May 1, 2014 • 6:00-8:15 PM
Cherokee Town and Country Club155 West Paces Ferry Road, NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
Program Agenda
6:00 pm Cocktail Reception All
6:45 pm Welcome and Introductions Brian DeFrates, Technical Architect Applications Southern Company 2014 MS Leadership Class Chair
6:50 pm Invocation Diana Robinson, Business Development Graebel Companies MS Leadership Class 2014 Member
6:55 pm Dinner All
7:00 pm Opening Remarks Charlie Crawford, CEO & President Private Bank of Buckhead 2014 MS Leadership Class Honorary Chair Roy A. Rangel, President The National MS Society, Georgia Chapter
7:05 pm Guest Speaker Jeff Justice, CSP Humor Resource Director
7:35 pm Video “The Makings of a Leader” All 7:40 pm Hall of Fame 2014 Inductees Charlie Crawford
7:45 pm 2014 Valedictorian Address Phillip Hodges, Partner Ernst & Young LLP MS Leadership Class 2014 Member
7:50 pm Presentation of Awards Charlie Crawford Brian DeFrates Kelvin J. Cochran, Chief City of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department
Jeff Justice, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP)
Humor Resource Director
Motivational Humorist, Jeff Justice, CSP is also the president and founder of “Jeff Justice’s Comedy Workshoppe”, the largest and most successful school for stand-up comedy in the country. His graduates include many business leaders includ-ing zillionaire Charles Brewer, founder of Mindspring, Sara Blakley, founder and president of Spanks as well as most of the top professional speakers in Georgia.His seven humorous books have sold over 100,000 copies. His latest “Laugh More, Stress Less…(and avoid getting burned out)” will keep you laughing and empower you to deal with the daily onslaught of stress in your life by employing your sense of humor.Today, Fortune 500 compa-nies across the country call on Jeff’s caring brand of “applied humor” to maximize their human resource: engaging their employees, improving performance, and developing leaders. As Humor Resources Director, Jeff has spent the last seventeen years applying his unique brand of work-appro-priate humor as a professional speaker, humor-skills teacher and humor coach to positively impact human interaction in the workplace.
Jeff is a member of Rotary Club of Atlanta.
Guest Speaker
This graduation ceremony has been generously underwritten by Elaine and John A. Carlos
A letter from the Chairman of the Board
Congratulations for your successful completion of the 2014 MS Leadership Class.
You have joined the ranks of business leaders in our community who display their passion
and desire to excel in personal commitments and who share their business successes with
the MS community. From my attendance at several of your events, I know that the 2014
program provided opportunities for you to meet these objectives. I trust your experience
was worthwhile and rewarding and that it will serve to enhance your executive leadership
strengths.
Your generous gifts to the National MS Society will have a long-lasting impact on the
lives of people with multiple sclerosis. Because of you and many others who support our
mission, we continue to improve our understanding of scientific mechanisms that lead to
disease progression in MS so that we can stop, restore and end MS forever.
Your selfless commitment and extraordinary contributions will inspire the research com-
munity to connect ideas and vital resources to accelerate the development of new therapies
for MS. With no exaggeration, I can say that you are helping our organization change lives,
strengthen and deepen relationships to increase revenue and deliver upon the Society’s
commitment to improve the lives of all those affected by MS.
Your active participation in the Leadership Class has allowed you to network through
service projects that help us meet our mission. You have seen and heard first-hand the chal-
lenges and hardships that people with MS face. You have heard what it takes to inspire and
motivate a superior, loyal staff using proven leadership skills. And you have unlocked some
creativity in your commendable fund raising efforts.
I join our MS volunteers, staff and people we serve in urging you to continue to positively
influence our work by staying involved with the National MS Society beyond your accom-
plishments in the Class of 2014. We know that your good work has just begun.
Lastly, I hope that you will continue to make giving a priority – that you will promote a
value system grounded on respect for others and a strong belief in self-worth. In a time
when self-absorption is prevalent, you instead stepped up and demonstrated leadership
values including honesty, integrity, confidence, and compassion. Thank you.
Sincerely,
William J. Holley, II
Chairman of the Board
National MS Society, Georgia Chapter
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Jennifer D. Guarton Terry Brantley
Solomon Nixon, Jr. Chris Wilson Carson Matthews
David Alexander
Tara Brashear Becky Robinson
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MS Leadership Class Hall of Fame
The MS Leadership Hall of Fame is a distinguished group of business men and
women who earn special recognition for their fundraising efforts exceeding $3,000.
These members lead the way in our community as a driving force behind our vital
MS research funding.
Tom Holler Tara E. Murphy
Phillip Hodges William Curtis Joe Surber William P. Reddick William R. Barney, III
Oliver W. Holmes Michael Wall
Brian Granville, Esq.
Brian DeFrates David Sirna Elizabeth Rodriguez Wight Mixon A. Grant Bell
Karen Steadman, PhDNancy Jo McDaniel
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MS Leadership Class Hall of FameContinued
Edmund Burke
Larry Clements, MD
Renee Spivy
Lisa Lepping Paul Mendel
Chris White Jon Howell
Rebecca Hoke
Travis McKeone Shana DeLuca
Bruce Dunlap
John Gibson
Sharon D. Cooper Chris Lingle
Erin Hall Dirk Baxter, PhD
Lee Kolber
Cassi Woods
Harrison RohrChelton D. Tanger Margaret Daniel
Eileen Ponich Kristine White R. Todd Ellis
Monica Davis Ranse Partin
Jennifer Wright
Kurt D. Witter
Laura Sillins
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MS Leadership Class Hall of Fame
*Fundraising report as of April 21, 2014Company Information may have changed since participation year
Name Company Total Donations* Class 1 Phillip Hodges Ernst & Young LLP $ 35,685.00 2014
2 William Curtis Merrill Lynch $ 18,225.00 2014
3 Joe Surber AGL Resources $14,275.00 2012
4 William P. Reddick Celtaxsys $11,250.00 2011
5 William R. Barney, III Targhee, Inc. $10,455.00 2012
6 Brian DeFrates Southern Company $ 8,690.00 2013
7 David Sirna GE Energy $ 7,953.00 2012
8 Elizabeth Rodriguez Cushman & Wakefield $ 7,300.00 2014
9 Wight Mixon Dorsey Alston, Realtors ® $ 6,615.00 2011
10 A. Grant Bell Palmer & Cay $ 6,250.00 2012
11 Tom Holler UPS $ 6,033.25 2009
12 David Alexander ScottMadden, Inc. $ 5,926.03 2013
13 Nancy Jo McDaniel NJM Photography $ 5,825.00 2009
14 Karen Steadman, PhD Leadership Futures, Inc. $ 5,427.00 2013
15 Tara E. Murphy 360 Media, Inc. $ 5,025.00 2011
16 Oliver W. Holmes Georgia Commerce Bank $ 5,000.00 2010
17 Michael Wall Troutman Sanders LLP $ 4,718.00 2011
18 Solomon Nixon, Jr. Franks & Associates Insurance $ 4,114.00 2011
19 Chris Wilson The Home Depot $ 4,100.00 2014
20 Carson Matthews Atlanta Fine Homes, Sotheby’s International Realty $ 4,000.00 2012
21 Jennifer D. Guarton Atlanta Business Chronicle $ 3,765.00 2011
22 Brian Granville, Esq. The Granville Group, LLC $ 3,702.00 2011
23 Tara Brashear Freeman $ 3,700.00 2012
24 Becky Robinson Chatterhouse Communications $ 3,615.00 2013
25 Terry Brantley Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers LLP $ 3,610.00 2010
26 Chelton D. Tanger PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP $ 3,600.00 2009
27 Harrison Rohr Exquisite Stationery $ 3,550.00 2009
28 Travis McKeone US Auto Sales $ 3,440.00 2013
29 Margaret Daniel College Admissions Assistance $ 3,355.14 2014
30 Shana DeLuca Liaison Technologies $ 3,350.00 2012
31 Bruce Dunlap Southern Company $ 3,345.00 2014
32 Edmund Burke Merrill Lynch $ 3,300.00 2013
33 Eileen Ponich Data Symphonics $ 3,270.00 2013
34 Kristine White Hewlett Packard $ 3,250.00 2013
35 R. Todd Ellis NAI Brannen Goddard $ 3,175.00 2009
36 Monica Davis Partners Atlanta $ 3,165.00 2011
37 Renee Spivy Medical Doctor Associates, LLC $ 3,165.00 2012
38 John Gibson Duane Morris LLP $ 3,150.00 2014
39 Cassi Woods The Home Depot $ 3,135.00 2014
40 Ranse Partin Partin Law Firm, PC $ 3,120.00 2009
41 Jennifer Wright Equifax $ 3,115.00 2014
42 Larry Clements, MD Kenmar Pediatrics $ 3,096.28 2009
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MS Leadership Class Hall of Fame Continued
Name Company Total Donations* Class 43 Sharon D. Cooper Opulent Elegance $ 3,080.00 2013
44 Chris Lingle Wells Fargo $ 3,075.00 2013
45 Rebecca Hoke Aquesst $ 3,075.00 2013
46 Erin Hall Building Owners & Managers Association $ 3,075.00 2013
47 Dirk Baxter, PhD Leadership Futures, Inc. $ 3,050.00 2014
48 Lisa Lepping EnviroScent, Inc. $ 3,045.00 2010
49 Kurt D. Witter Sugar Hill Christian Academy $ 3,040.00 2011
50 Paul Mendel Richard Bowers & Co $ 3,004.00 2014
51 Laura Sillins Georgia State University $ 3,004.00 2014
52 Lee Kolber InterContinental Hotels Group $ 3,001.00 2010
53 Chris White Cushman & Wakefield $ 3,000.00 2011
54 Jon Howell Georgia Health Care Association $ 3,000.00 2012
Total $287,288.70
*Fundraising report as of April 21, 2014Company Information may have changed since participation year
Class of 2014
Laura AbadieManager, CPF
The Gallery at Vista Grove
Wesley AcheyPartner
Alston & Bird LLP
Eric AndersonDirector
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Mandy BaldreeCasualty Client Executive
Beecher Carlson
Ebonie BatsonConsultantMIV, LLC
Dirk Baxter, PhDSenior Talent StrategistLeadership Futures, Inc.
Kelly BiggsDirector of Strategic Solutions
Ultimate Staffing
Tully T. BlalockAssociate Attorney
King & Spalding LLP
Nathan BroughPrincipal Consultant
Environmental Resources Management
Meredith CapobiancoProject Designer
Corporate Environments of Georgia
Cherrie CarneyAccount ManagerRolyn Companies
Katie ConnellPartner
Boyd Collar Nolen & Tuggle
William C. CurtisSenior Vice President- Wealth Management &Senior Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch
Indra DattaguptaCEO
Xiverti, LLC
Tony DeVitaDirector
UBS Financial Services
Bruce DunlapTechnical Architect, Solutions
Southern Company
Lequita EasonCredit Manager
Atlanta Business Chronicle
Rolanda FowlerDirector, Customer Support
Liaisons Technologies
Allen FreisemManaging Member
Peachtree Village Partners, LLC
Alex GarrettFinancial AdvisorMerrill Lynch
Adam GeganSales ConsultantSandler Training
John R. GibsonAssociate
Duane Morris LLP
Marri GlassSpeech Language Pathologist
Cobb County Schools
Mary E. Gray Vice President
Private Bank of Buckhead
Margaret DanielAssistant Regional Director College Admissions Assistance
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Class of 2014Continued
Patrick HallTeacher/Coach
The Walker School
Brian HayneProperty BrokerAon Risk Solutions
Phillip HodgesPartner
Ernst & Young LLP
K. Sue HurstPrincipal
KSHurst, LLC
Ryan HurttProcess Operations Engineer
NCR Corporation
Karen KessingerOwner
Muddy Faces Photography
Merritt Ellen McAlisterSenior Associate
King & Spalding LLP
James McBrideSales ExecutiveYardi Systems
Paul MendelSenior VP Office Leasing & Sales
Richard Bowers & Co
Gwynth R. NelsonDirector of DevelopmentGeorgia State University
Matthew QueenAssociate AttorneyFeiler & Associates
Anna RameyProject Designer
Corporate Environments of Georgia
Millie H. ReedCorporate Concierge
Concierge Services of Atlanta
Sandy ReedySenior Software Consultant
NCR Corporation
Denise Reese Director, Business Development
Endava US, LLC
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The Andrew C. Carlos MS Institute at Shepherd Center has extensive experience treating people with MS and related disorders. We treat thousands of people annually using a wide range of neurological, rehabilitative and wellness services.
CongratulationsMS Leadership Class 2014!
Cassi WoodsSenior Manager, Trend & Design
The Home Depot
Jennifer WrightProgram Manager
Equifax
Class of 2014Continued
Darci RiesenhuberBrand Experience & Culture
StrategistModo Modo Agency
Diana RobinsonBusiness DevelopmentGraebel Companies
Elizabeth RodriguezProperty Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
Laura Sillins Senior Director of Gift Planning &
Major GiftsGeorgia State University
Raichelle J. SingletonCo-Founder/Director of Marketing
Volare Group, LLC
C. David TangerSales Specialist
Dynamix Group, Inc.
Andrew Walker Vice President & Principal
Colliers International - Atlanta, Inc.
Chad WallaceDirectorpsLive
Dina WillsSenior Solutions ConsultantWindstream Hosted Solutions
Chris WilsonDistrict ManagerThe Home Depot
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Special Thanks
Elaine and John A. CarlosNational Distributing Company
Robert C. O’LearyCox Enterprises, Inc. (Retired)
Charlie Crawford, CEO & PresidentPrivate Bank of Buckhead
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AGL ResourcesJohn W. Somerhalder, II
Joe Surber
Andrew C. CarlosMS Institute at Shepherd
Ben W. Thrower, MDDeborah Backus, PhD
City of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department
Chief Kelvin J. Cochran
Dale Carnegie of GeorgiaErcell Charles
Wendy Johnson
Ferrari Fine Art GalleryCarolyn Ferrari
King & SpaldingPaul J. Murphy
Chris Underwood
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLPChelton Tanger
Ronen AradSonia Alvarez-Robinson, PhD
The Home DepotBrock DarbyChris Wilson
MS Leadership ClassExecutive Roundtable Program
Charlie CrawfordCEO & President
Private Bank of Buckhead
Kim GreeneChief Operations Officer
Southern Company
David PetersonChairman - Emeritus
North Highland
2014 Board of TrusteesNational Multiple Sclerosis Society – Georgia Chapter
Denise T. DauphinAEA Accounting Group
Thomas A. Holler, Jr.United Parcel Service, Inc.
Weyman T. Johnson, Jr.Paul, Hastings LLP
Rena KilgannonKilgannon Group, LLC
Neil Lava, MDEmory MS Clinic
Jeff LundDeloitte & Touche LLP
Greg MichelsTravelers
Wight MixonDorsey Alston, Realtors ®
Paul J. MurphyKing & Spalding LLP
Cindy NofiWells Fargo Private Bank
Robert C. O’Leary (Ret’d)Cox Enterprises, Inc.
Bill ReddickCeltaxsys
Chelton D. TangerPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Ben Wade Thrower, MDAndrew C. Carlos MS Institute at Shepherd
Mitzi Joi Williams, MDMS Center of Atlanta
W. Tal WrightCOMM360
Roy A. Rangel, PresidentGeorgia Chapter
OFFICERS: ChairmanWilliam J. Holley, IIParker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs LLP
Vice ChairmanAnnette MengertColliers International Management-Atlanta
SecretaryCherise MlottAT&T
TreasurerKeith KellerProtiviti
TRUSTEES: Elaine CarlosNational Distributing Company, Inc.
John A. CarlosNational Distributing Company, Inc.
A special thanks and congratulations
to my nominees in this year’s MS Leadership Class:
Your efforts have brought us closer yet to a cure for MS.
Bravo to you all!
Bill Barney
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Wesley Achey allen freisemAdam geganryan hurtt
Katie connellalex garrettbrian haynejames mcbride
2014 Board of Trustees Nominees• Bill Barney, Class of ‘12• Karen Steadman, PhD, Class of ‘13• Brock Darby, Class of ‘13
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Congratulations, 2014 MS Leadership Class
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Georgia Chapter
AGL Resources salutes each and every member of this year’s leadership class.
We’ve been honored for more than 150 years to be part of the fabric of the Georgia
communities we serve. We commend the class of 2014 for their commitment to
making a meaningful impact where they live and work.
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2014 MS Leadership Class Planning Committee
Chair:Brian DeFratesSouthern Company241 Ralph McGill Blvd.Atlanta, GA 30308404.506.3990BDeFrate@Southernco.com
Advisory Council Members
Ronen AradPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP1075 Peachtree Street, Suite 2600Atlanta, GA 30309678.419.7309ronen.arad@us.pwc.com
Karen Steadman, PhDLeadership Futures, Inc.138 Kirkwood Rd., Suite 16Atlanta, GA 30317678.431.7354karen.steadman@leadershipfutures.com
Key Chapter Staff
Roy A. RangelPresidentroy.rangel@nmss.org678.534.3648
Brett HipsleyDirector, Fund Developmentbrett.hipsley@nmss.org678.534.3587
Terri CoolDevelopment Coordinatorterri.cool@nmss.org678.534.3642
Trina SamuelsMarketing Specialisttrina.samuels@nmss.org678.534.3650
William R. Barney, IIITarghee, Inc.3050 Margaret Mitchell Drive #44Atlanta, GA 30327404.216.9868bill@iodineflat.com
Erin HallBuilding Owners & Managers Association5901-C Peachtree Dunwoody Rd., NE, Suite 300Atlanta, GA 30328770.296.5353erinautiger@gmail.com
Romy HeylenDaugherty Business Solutions3438 Peachtree Rd., NE, #950Atlanta, GA 30326404.760.5400romyheylen@bellsouth.net
Travis McKeoneUS Auto Sales2875 University ParkwayLawrenceville, GA 30046770.962.9121tmckeone@usauto-sales.com
Wight MixonDorsey Alston, Realtors ®100 West Paces Ferry Road, NWAtlanta, GA 30305404.234.1003wightmixon@dorseyalston.com
CONGRATULATIONS!MS Leadership Class 2014 Graduates
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“My clients count on me to be trustworthy, patient, adaptable, creative, a good problem-solver and negotiator.
My only concern is to serve them well.” ~ Wight M. Mixon
2013 Co-Chair MS Leadership Class2011 President, Atlanta Board of Realtors®
Atlanta Board of Realtors® Phoenix Award RecipientA Leader in Atlanta Real Estate
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