Staff

Andrea came to us from The Center for Children & Young Adults where she was the Director of Development, overseeing fundraising and marketing initiatives. Andrea is a Community Affairs and non-profit executive with a decade of leadership experience in fundraising, marketing, and event planning. Her specialties include corporate donorship, volunteer cultivation, annual fund, and in-kind campaigns. Andrea has expansive experience in organizational leadership, prospect research, conflict resolution and team building. Her expertise is fostering long-term donor and volunteer relationships and fundraising. She is passionate about the mission and collaborative solution of keeping families together. Andrea has one son, Miles, and lives in Woodstock. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.

Wanda has over 25 years experience working in human services, including working with homeless and at-risk populations for many years. Formerly, she was a Director of Human Services and was responsible for operating one of the largest homeless shelters. Concurrently, she also operated a 24- bed substance abuse program for men reentering their communities.

Wanda has received several awards from state agencies. She was very instrumental in establishing partnerships with agencies, such as, Medical Clinic, Veteran Administration Services, Employment Coordinator, and Prevention Services, which were able to offer space in homeless shelters weekly or bi-weekly to those in need.

Sarah volunteered with Family Promise NFD for two years prior joining our team as Program Coordinator. In her new role, Sarah will be assisting with administrative duties, managing volunteers, and assisting with program related events.

Sarah lives in Alpharetta with her husband. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, traveling, Braves games, and spending time with her family.

Emily has a B.B.A. in Marketing from Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia and a minor in Religion. She has certificates in Workforce Diversity and Inclusion from Terry College of Business as well as Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the University of Georgia School of Social Work. She is a results-oriented professional with a proven track record of exceeding expectations and driving impactful outcomes. She has exceptional leadership abilities and a strategic mindset to propel organizational success. Emily has both marketing and operational experience and brings portable relationships to our organization.

Emily is extremely excited to be able to bring her experience, drive, and ambition to Family Promise! Her combined passion and love for her community shines through in her work and aligns perfectly with Family Promise’s pursuit in eradicating homelessness.