Board of Directors

Mr. Scott Patrohay is a retired business executive with more than 30 years of experience in the diesel engine and commercial truck business, including extensive knowledge in marine, power generation, transit, parts, and diesel service industries. Most recently, Scott served as Owner and Dealer Principal of Aviant Truck Centers, Inc., operating three Kenworth commercial truck dealerships—two in Connecticut and one in Baltimore, Maryland. He acquired the business in June 2016 and restructured operations to expand parts and truck sales capability, increase investment in service personnel and training, and enhance customer service. Under his leadership, the dealership was recognized as the North America Kenworth dealer ranked highest in customer satisfaction for service in 2017, and market share increased from 14.8% in 2015 to 18.9% as of January 2019.

Prior to acquiring Aviant Truck Centers, Scott served as President, CEO, and Owner of Cummins Power Systems, LLC, a Cummins Inc. regional distributor, from 2008 to 2014. During his tenure, he acquired and merged two Cummins distributorships, restructured the businesses to improve customer service and streamline costs, and increased earnings by more than 2.5 times from $11.8 million to $30.7 million. He also expanded service locations from six to 10 and opened a new warehouse, achieving the highest first pass fill rate in the channel at 95.2%. Earlier in his career, Scott served as President and CEO of Cummins MerCruiser Diesel, LLC, a joint venture between Cummins and the Mercury Division of Brunswick Corporation. In this role, he led worldwide channel rationalization strategies, established operations in Europe and South Pacific, and delivered revenue growth of nearly 15% CAGR and pre-tax profit growth of nearly 40% CAGR over five years. He also held various leadership positions at Cummins Incorporated, including Director of Marine Marketing and Sales and Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

Scott earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, where he was a member of Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honorary and Eta Kappa Nu Electrical Engineering Honorary. He also earned a Master of Management (MM) degree and a Master of Management in Manufacturing (MMM) degree from Northwestern University’s J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management and Robert R. McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, with majors in finance, management and strategy, and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Donna P. McCullum is a program evaluator and researcher with Spectrum Research, Evaluation, and Development (SpectrumRED), where she has served as the lead evaluator for four multi-million dollar grants awarded to Alabama State University and the Birmingham City School System.

Donna has more than 25 years of experience in education as a teacher, administrator, researcher, and advocate. Prior to her current role, she served as Project Director for GEAR UP Birmingham, where she managed a multimillion-dollar budget and established strategic partnerships with institutions of higher education, industry leaders, and community organizations. During her tenure, Donna collaborated with the Alabama Community College System to secure tuition waivers for 3,300 GEAR UP cohort students and their parents. Earlier in her career, she taught science in the Birmingham City School System for 14 years and served as a non-tenure track Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

Donna earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Biology from Alabama A&M University, an Education Specialist degree (Ed.S.) in Science Education from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Alabama.

Mr. Kirk Wycoff is Managing Partner of Patriot Financial Partners and an accomplished banking executive with more than 30 years of experience in the banking industry, including over 18 years as an executive officer and more than 10 years in various director positions. Prior to his current role, Kirk served as Chairman, President, and CEO of Continental Bank from its inception in 2005 through its successful sale in 2014. He also served on the investment committee of NewSpring Ventures, which he co-founded in 1999, and the NewSpring Mezzanine Fund.

Kirk has extensive experience building and leading high-performing financial institutions. He served as Chairman and CEO of Progress Financial Corp. from 1991 to 2004, where he transformed a small local bank with $280 million in assets and seven offices into one of the Philadelphia area’s top community banks with more than $1.2 billion in assets and 21 offices. Prior to Progress, Kirk served as Chairman and CEO of Crusader Savings Bank, where he successfully repositioned the institution as a profitable mortgage lender. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership positions with Girard Bank, Philadelphia Savings Fund Society, and Reliance Insurance Company.

Kirk earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and Finance from Franklin & Marshall College.

Dr. GT Freeman is the current President and CEO of The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth. GT joined TLC in February 2017 with the goal of raising the profile of the agency, developing new programs and delivery channels, and expanding its geographical reach, while maintaining its mission-driven culture to transform lives and communities – one moment, one choice, one connection at a time.

GT has more than 20 years of experience in Fortune 100 corporations, small businesses, and nonprofits as both consultant and leader. Prior to joining TLC, GT served as the Program Director of Executive Education at North Carolina State University and Lead Evaluator for two US Department of Education grants. He also served as the Headmaster of a private K-12 school in Charlotte, NC. Earlier in his career, he held various senior leadership positions in corporate finance, banking, and insurance. GT has also served as an Adjunct Faculty member at a number of universities.

GT earned his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organizational Leadership from Regent University. GT is also a Certified Professional Facilitator, Lean-Six Sigma Black Belt, Board Certified Coach (BCC), and Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).

Ms. Henrietta Heisler is the President and Founder of Henrietta Heisler Interiors, Inc., Accelerator, LLC, and Wacker on Walnut, LLC. Henrietta founded Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc. in 2001 with a vision to create exceptional, sustainable design solutions for residential and commercial clients. Under her leadership, the company has grown consistently and earned Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certification from 2017 through today.

Henrietta has more than 20 years of experience in interior design and entrepreneurship. Her firm has received numerous prestigious design awards, including 1st and 2nd place bathrooms in the 2019 NKBA of the Susquehanna Valley Design Awards, Best of Houzz – Service (2019, 2018, 2017), Susquehanna Style Best of Lancaster – Interior Design (2018, 2017), and Lancaster County Magazine – One of the Best (2018). She served as a member of the GreenLeader for Sustainable Furnishing Council from 2009 to 2015 and was awarded the YWCA’s Women of Achievement “Woman of the Year” in 2018. She was also a finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year in 2016.

Giving back to her community is an important part of Henrietta’s life. She currently serves on the Lancaster Public Library and The Hamilton Club boards, and previously served on the Lancaster YWCA board. Each year, she creates a campaign to encourage clients and friends to contribute during the ExtraOrdinary Give in Lancaster, PA.

Henrietta earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Scripps College and an Associate of Art degree in Interior and Environmental Design from Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, graduating summa cum laude with the Pfaltzgraff Award for Highest GPA. She is a Certified Feng Shui practitioner and maintains membership with the American Society for Interior Designers (ASID), National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), and the International Interior Design Association (IIDA).

Mr. Robert Holland is a business advisor and founder of Holland Advisory Group, LLC, where he works with CEOs, organization presidents, and business owners to improve leadership, decision-making, and business results. Bob also serves as Organizer and Lead Independent Director of the Board of Directors for Meridian Bank in Devon, PA, a bank focused on solutions for entrepreneurs and small and medium-size businesses.

Bob has more than 30 years of experience in accounting, finance, and executive leadership across diverse industries. He served as Owner and CEO of c.p. Allstar Corporation, a leading manufacturer of garage door and gate openers and radio controls exclusively for the professional market. He also served as CFO and Board of Directors member of Adage, Inc., a diversified public company with a focus on wireless communications and radio technology. Earlier in his career, Bob was Managing Partner of MacDade, Abbott & Co., Certified Public Accountants, a firm with concentrations in audit services and expertise serving private secondary schools, universities, and professional organizations.

Bob was awarded the Philadelphia Business Journal Outstanding Director Award in 2013 for his service as a Director of Meridian Bank. He currently serves on the West Goshen Township Pension Board and serves as Chairman of the West Goshen Township Planning Commission.

Bob earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University and is a Certified Public Accountant in Pennsylvania.

Dr. Christa Lee-Chuvala is Dean of the College of Business and Leadership at Eastern University and an Associate Professor in the Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership program. Christa joined Eastern in 2017 with a focus on advancing academic excellence, driving innovation in undergraduate and graduate programs, and fostering strategic partnerships that position the College for significant growth and impact.

Christa has more than 15 years of experience in higher education, economic development, and nonprofit leadership. At Eastern, she has taught across undergraduate, MBA, and doctoral levels in economics, statistics, quantitative research methods, and leadership. She has also held key leadership roles, including Director of the Leadership Fellows Program, which develops and supports undergraduate student leaders, and co-chair of the process to develop Eastern’s 2022–2027 Strategic Plan. Prior to joining Eastern, Christa’s career centered on economic and community development. She served as a research associate at the Institute for International Urban Development, contributing to World Bank and UN-HABITAT–sponsored projects on economic and small business development. She also co-directed the Boston Faith & Justice Network, a nonprofit mobilizing faith communities toward economic justice and poverty alleviation, and continues to serve that organization as board chair. Earlier in her career, she ran educational and workforce readiness programs for youth in Buffalo, New York.

Christa earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and French language from Taylor University, a Master in Urban Planning with Distinction from Harvard University, and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Urban and Regional Studies from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She is deeply committed to preparing students to serve as transformational leaders who advance positive change in business and society.

Mr. Kelley Tate is the President and Co-Owner of Genesis Personal Fitness of Newtown, a unique fitness center offering weight loss, nutrition, and customized exercise programs. Kelley acquired the business in May 2018 after a distinguished 26-year career in corporate finance and executive management, with a vision to combine his business leadership expertise with his passion for health and fitness.

Kelley has extensive experience in finance and general operations, including 10 years of C-level leadership as CFO or President. Prior to acquiring Genesis Personal Fitness, he served as East Region Vice President of Finance for Cummins Inc., where he provided executive leadership to a finance team of 60 professionals across four locations and oversaw financial management for $1 billion in revenue. He also served as President of Cummins Power Systems, where he grew the business by 10% and increased company revenues from $342 million to $365 million within two years. Earlier in his career, Kelley held progressively responsible leadership roles at GE Energy, GE Capital, JP Morgan Chase, and Quorum Federal Credit Union, building a reputation for developing strong teams, executing strategic initiatives, and delivering financial expertise.

In 2017, Kelley founded Joshua Investments and Business Consulting, where he provides transformative financial management, business development, and acquisition services to small- and mid-size businesses.

Kelley earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from The King’s College and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan. He is also a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach.

Ms. Dodie Williams is Principal at Watchdog Real Estate Project Management, where she oversees all project activities to ensure the efficient coordination of resources and manages teams to deliver exceptional client satisfaction. Dodie joined Watchdog in February 2020 as a Director and was promoted to Principal in January 2022, bringing nearly two decades of project management experience to the firm.

Dodie has extensive experience in commercial real estate project management across multiple industry sectors. Prior to joining Watchdog, she served as Director of Project Management at Macro Consultants (Savills), where she led a team of 21 professionals providing program management, project management, and site assessments for a world-class meetings and flexible workspace hospitality organization with a portfolio of more than 1.5 million square feet. She also spent more than a decade at JLL, where she started as an Associate Project Manager in 2008 and advanced to Vice President of the Project and Development Services (PDS) role, overseeing the PDS department for the JLL Philadelphia office. In this role, she managed and developed 25 professionals, led strategic planning and business development initiatives, and played a key role in high-profile corporate interior projects, including the consolidation and relocation of IMS Health’s headquarters and the Wells Fargo Center revitalization project. Earlier in her career, Dodie spent eight years in the pharmaceutical industry, including roles at Bracco Diagnostics, Inc., Schering Plough Corporation, and Merck and Company, Inc.

Dodie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Gwynedd Mercy University. She is a LEED Accredited Professional from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.