Brandi Gass - Board President
Owner, Treat Yo’ Self Salon and Co.
About Me: I was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. I graduated from James F. Byrnes High School in 2006 and from Empire Beauty School in Georgia in 2013. Growing up in a small town has been one of the joys of life as I have always felt a strong sense of community and belonging. I am married to the love of my life and together we have four wonderful children and some adorable fur babies that bring much joy to our home. I enjoy thrifting, spending time with my family, taking trips and giving to others.For over 10 years, I have dedicated myself to my career as a master cosmetologist. It is not just a job for me – it is my passion. “I love the feeling of transforming someone’s look and boosting their self-confidence.” I am the co-owner of Treat Yo’Self Salon and Co. and every day, I walk into the salon with a smile, ready to create magic with hair and make people feel amazing about themselves. It is a rewarding journey, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Beverly Griffin - Secretary
Parent Peer Specialist, Federation of Families of SC
About Me: I was born and raised in Spartanburg, South Carolina. I am a proud mother of a college student that has struggled with mental health challenges due to trauma from the early age of 4 but is now in recovery. It was through my daughter and my own struggles that I understood that my advocacy had to start at home, including learning how to manage and then providing support to others. I enjoy spending time with my daughter, my family and I started working for the Federation of Families of SC as a Volunteer Family Facilitator in 2011 and after 4 years I took on a position of Parent Peer Support Provider. I work to help other families struggling to maintain and find hope in the systems that are supposed to help families raise productive young people into successful young adults. I have experience working as a Parent Support Provider with SC Continuum of Care, at the Community Mental Health Center, PRTF’s and providing community-based support for clients and their families. I love being able to support parents with their own lived experience to use their voice in meetings pertaining to the success and well-being of their youth when parents thought they didn't have a voice.My overall goal as a mother and professional is to help break the negative stigma associated with the words “Mental Health” by educating families on how to stay well. “Life does not stop when you are given a diagnosis you learn to make it work for you and your family.”Sheli Moravcik - Chair
Owner, Field Of Dreams
About Me: I was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina at Marine Corps base Camp Lejeune. My early life was shaped by my parents’ service to the Marines. After their military journey ended my family moved to Lyman, South Carolina and that is where I have been since. I graduated from James. F. Byrnes High School in 1990 and I am the proud mother of a daughter. I love my family, my dog and my chickens! Four years ago, I gave up corporate America and followed my dreams and passion. I am the owner of Field of Dreams Venue where I love being able to bring others together for special events and celebrations. Beyond my role as a venue owner, I serve as a reserve officer and victims advocate for the Campobello Police Department, and I am a life member of the VFW Post 9539. My passion is serving the community in everything I do. I love helping people and making a difference in any way I can. Being able to serve my community is one of my greatest rewards. Heather Moeckel - Chair
Franchise Business Coach, British Swim School
About Me: I was born and raised in the Upstate of South Carolina. I attended Anderson University where I obtained a Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Interior Design. I enjoy spending my time with my family and fur babies. I enjoy cooking new recipes, enjoying outdoor activities or just having some down time watching movies. My commitment to my family and my concern for others highlights my core values and integrity. My personal passions and life experiences are what drives me to give back to others through my love for couponing and rescuing animals. After college, I spent 4 years with Ashley furniture as a Showroom Designer. Shortly after I went into Franchise Consulting with the largest QSR in the industry, Subway Restaurants. I spent 13 years in this role, building trusted partnerships with business owners while working as a Franchise Consultant. After my tenure, I felt led to help fight food insecurity in my home state and went to work for the largest food bank in South Carolina, Harvest Hope as a Food Sourcing and Acquisition Specialist. I am currently a Franchise Business Coach for the British Swim School where our goal is to combat drownings.Sarah Hall, APRN - Chair
Nurse Practitioner, Springbrook Behavioral Health System
About Me: I am originally from Georgia and have called Greenville my home since 2013. I have five children who are now young adults, three who have ADHD and a daughter who is on the Autism Spectrum. I am passionate about helping children and their families. I enjoy riding bikes, hiking, and photography. I am involved in the Barbra Stone Foundation, Parents of Autistic Adults in the Upstate, and I participate in activities with David’s Table. I graduated from Georgia College with a degree in Psychology in 1989 and went on to graduate cum laude from the Medical College of Georgia with a BSN in 1991. I worked as an RN at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, while pursuing a master’s in nursing at Georgia State University, leading to certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 1996. I obtained my master’s in social work in 2013 from Valdosta State University. I became certified as a Pediatric Mental Health Specialist in 2015. I was inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society in Education, and Alpha Delta Mu Honor National Social Work Honor Society. I currently practice at Springbrook Behavioral Health as an APRN. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker, a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and a Pediatric Mental Health Specialist.