Education is the key to success - for our community, corporations and individuals. Michael's Way is reaching out to help those individuals who are willing, but not financially able, to take the next steps towards attaining the education and skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century knowledge economy. That's what existing businesses need and what potential businesses look for when they evaluate locations.

— Michele Brinn, Vice President, Workforce Development & Education,
Greenville Chamber


Michael's Way Board of Directors

President: F. Scott McMillan
  Architect, Design Strategies
Vice-President: Kay Friddle
  Retired Educator
Secretary: Mary Carr
  Retired, Coordinator of Emergency Financial, Assistant for the Piedmont Deanery
Co-Treasurer: Patty Slay
  Retired, Hospital Administrator
Co-Treasurer: Gary Johnsen
  The Palmetto Bank


At-Large Board Members
Carolyn Y. Brightharp, PhD  Academic Dean Virginia College
Jeff Gaines Human Resources
Thomas “Al” Hipp Business Owner
Betty Jenkins Retired Educator
Kaye Martell Retired Educator
Jeff Outten Strategic Planner
Jack Peyrouse Retired Educator
Jerry Thompson The Spinx Company
Stacy Walker     Marketing
Jan Howard Executive Director