Governance & Accountability

The Clara White Mission is governed by an independent Board of Directors responsible for the organization’s mission, strategic direction, fiscal oversight, and the hiring and evaluation of the Chief Executive Officer.

The Board operates in accordance with the organization’s Bylaws and applicable federal and state regulations. A majority of Board members serve without compensation and are independent of staff and vendors.

Board of Directors

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Michael Searcy

CHAIR

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Steve Cole

FIRST VICE CHAIR

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SECOND VICE CHAIR

James E. Wesley

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Valencia Floyd

TREASURER

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Jacqulyn Perry

SECRETARY

Board Members

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Tavares Bethel

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 Dr. Julius Demps

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Godslove (Goddy) Eziemefe

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LaTanya Wynn-Hall

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Dr. Marlon Hubbard

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Sajjad Husain

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Linda McNair Price

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Troy McNair

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Dr. Ephraim Riggins

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Edward Smith

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Dr. Jevetta Stanford

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Bracy Taylor

LEADERSHIP TEAM

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Ju’Coby Pittman

CEO/ PRESIDENT

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Erice Dale

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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Meg Fisher

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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Sharon White

VP of Operations & Facility Management

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Sarah Salvatore

Director of Eartha’s Farm & Market

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Adonnica Toler

Museum Director