Leadership

Craig Currey

Chief Executive Officer

Craig Currey

Craig brings 34 years of US Army service, retiring as Deputy Commander of Fort Jackson in Columbia, SC in 2008. His military background instilled strong leadership, resource management, and an understanding of trauma’s impacts. His military service also fostered discipline and structure, ensuring smooth, efficient operations at Transitions. Craig’s commitment to collaboration and teamwork, honed in the military, fosters effective relationships with staff, volunteers, community partners, and those we serve. His experience in Iraq combat operations developed quick thinking, adaptability, and resilience in high-pressure situations, enabling swift, effective responses to unexpected challenges.

Shanice Bligen, LMSW

Vice President of Programs

Shanice Bligen

Shanice’s journey to this leadership role was shaped by her previous experience as a caseworker at the Department of Social Services. There, she witnessed firsthand the systemic flaws that often delayed essential assistance to children and parents in need, inadvertently perpetuating cycles of trauma and abuse. This has shaped her commitment to providing timely support at Transitions, aiming to intervene and break these cycles. Her personal history, as the daughter of a young mother navigating resources, further strengthens her resolve. Shanice guides our social workers in creating programs that transform growth and second chances from mere possibilities into tangible realities.

Monica Haddock, LMSW

Vice President of Operations

Monica Haddock

Monica combines her social work and chemical engineering backgrounds to support case managers and ensure operational efficiency. Her engineering experience has honed her problem-solving and analytical skills, crucial for managing operational challenges. Her project management expertise ensures resource coordination and successful project completion. Monica’s sales and marketing experience has refined her advocacy and communication skills, vital for championing our community’s needs. As a mother of two children with special needs, Monica’s firsthand experience navigating complex systems has not only enhanced her empathy but also equipped her to assist others facing similar challenges.

Gavin Brown

Vice President of Advancement

Gavin Brown

Gavin brings nearly a decade of non-profit and community relations experience, with an emphasis on connecting businesses, stakeholders, and volunteers with opportunities to improve the lives of vulnerable and underserved citizens. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Journalism and proud resident of Blythewood, SC.

Board of Directors

David Cote
VP, Human Resources
Blue Cross Blue Shield of SC
Chair

Iris Griffin

VP, Power Generation
Dominion Energy

Valarie Aiken

Chief Executive Officer
Health Force, LLC

Kaleb Unverfehrt

VP, Enrollment Strategy, Unum Group
Colonial Life

Sidney Heyward Rex

Executive VP and CFO
W.B. Guimarin & Co, Inc.

William McElveen

Partner
Adams and Reese, LLP

Lynette Koon
Business Development Manager
Synovus Bank
Vice Chair

Dr. Peter Zvejnieks

Owner / Physician
Palmetto Prolabs

Christopher J. Daniels

Partner
Nelson Mullins

Warner Brown

Navy Veteran and Community Leader
Retired

Mark Hocutt

Senior VP and Senior Relationship Manager
Bank of America

Brent M. Powers, MD, MBA

Chief Medical Officer Lexington Medical Center

Glenda Thompson

Director, Organizational Development
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank

Carolyn Swinton, DNP
CEO & Founder
Reveille Executive Coaching & Consulting
Secretary

R. Matthew Kennell

President and CEO
City Center Partnership, Inc.

Sara Fawcett

President and CEO
United Way of the Midlands

Dr. Andre M. Rogers

Dean of Students and Campus Unity
Columbia International University

James Williams

Chief Executive Officer
Sullivan Management

Kevin W. Lindler

Senior Vice President First Citizens Bank


Neighborhood & government Representatives

Nick Annan, CPA
Senior Manager
Elliot Davis, LLC.
Lexington Representative

Jean Denman
Member
Downtown Neighborhood Coalition
Columbia Representative

Allison Terracio
Council Member
Richland County
Appointed Representative

Howard Duvall
Council Member
City of Columbia
Appointed Representative