Board of Directors

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Executive Committee

Don Brazil

Don Brazil

Chairman

Senior Director, Client Services
Bounteous
Atlanta, GA

“I support HEAT because many people in Georgia have come into rough financial circumstances.  Often these challenges are unforeseen and devastating.  We need to help get through the rough times and back on their feet.”

Matt Schlosser

Matt Schlosser

Vice Chairman

Director of Business to Business
Markets, Retail Operations Division
Georgia Natural Gas/SouthStar Energy Services, LLC
Atlanta, GA

“I support HEAT because it addresses one of the most basic yet critical needs for families across Georgia: the ability to keep their homes safely heated.

Access to energy is not a luxury-it is essential to health and stability for seniors and households facing financial hardship.”

Katherine Bows Taylor

Katherine Bows Taylor

Secretary

Marketing, Communications & Branding Consultant
K.B. Taylor Marketing, LLC
Atlanta, GA

“I support HEAT because of the critical role the organization plays in helping Georgia households experiencing a crisis that impacts their ability to pay their energy bills and keep their homes warm during the winter months.”

James M. Tiernan

James M. Tiernan

Treasurer

Chief Financial Officer
Gas South
Atlanta, GA

Other Members

Tim Hallmark

Eastern Regional Manager
Consolidated Pipe & Supply
Lawrenceville, GA

Rachel Reaid

Manager
Corporate Culture & Event Planning
Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia
Kennesaw, GA

Something as essential as heat should never be out of reach for families facing difficult times, and supporting HEAT is a meaningful way to help ensure our neighbors have warmth and comfort during life’s challenging moments.”

Sandra Rhodes

Manager
Affiliate & Residential Programs
SCANA Energy
Atlanta, GA

“I believe in HEAT’s impact and providing relief and peace of mind; no one should have to choose between paying their heating bill and meeting other essential needs. Through my service, I strive to ensure the HEAT program reaches those who need it most.”

Ira Shucker

Principal
Shucker & Associates
Atlanta, GA

Dr. Jasmine Clark

State Representative (District 108)
Georgia House of Representatives
Atlanta, GA

“The ability to be warm inside when it is cold outside is dignifying and HEAT does the work of making sure this is the reality for many Georgia families. That is why I wholeheartedly support HEAT’s mission to provide energy security for thousands of families across our State.”

Tiffany Gilstrap

Manager, Credit, Collections & Energy Assistance
Southern Company Gas
Atlanta, GA

“HEAT is a true difference maker. Supporting HEAT allows me to be a part of real work that meets real needs for Georgia households that deserve comfort, safety, and energy security in their homes – no matter the time of year.”

Nichelle A. Mitchem Adamson, Esq.

Executive Director, HEAT
Smyrna, GA

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