Gwinnett County, GA – The Gwinnett Chamber Foundation (GCF), an affiliate of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, has announced the appointment of its 2025–2026 Board of Directors. Comprising respected business and community leaders, the board will provide strategic guidance to advance the Foundation’s mission of empowering small businesses with resources that promote growth, resilience, and long-term sustainability.
“Gwinnett County is home to one of the most diverse and dynamic business communities in the nation, and the Foundation is proud to strengthen that ecosystem,” said Deirdra Cox, Executive Director of the GCF. “This board represents leaders committed to ensuring small business owners have access to opportunities that help them thrive.”
The 2025–2026 Gwinnett Chamber Foundation Board of Directors (as pictured):
- Jonathan Holmes, Mighty 8th Media
- Jue Wang, T Dallas Smith & Co.
- Rob Drake, Synchronize Solutions
- Deven Cason, Georgia Power
- Deirdra Cox (Executive Director), Gwinnett Chamber Foundation
- Lanier Levett, Gregory B. Levett & Sons
- Matthew Yarbrough (Board Chair), Council for Quality Growth
- Kristy Hunter (Treasurer), United Community Bank
- Colleen Japuntich, NEMA, Inc.
- Nick Masino (President & CEO), Gwinnett Chamber & Partnership Gwinnett
- Renae Keitt (Secretary), ARK Temporary Staffing
- Aysha Abdullatif, Spherion Greater Atlanta
- Erika Bridges, Simon Properties
- Alvin Keitt, ARK Temporary Staffing
- Tasha Allen (Vice Chair), Georgia Chamber
- Sara Irvani, Okabashi Brands, Inc.
- Ruthann Savage, Savage Dynamic Consulting
- Joy Mitchell, Office Creations, Inc.
- Salmaan Ajani, Amazing Energy Solutions (Not pictured)
- Jay Patel, JMS Family Office (Not pictured)
- Eunicia Peret, Excelstra (Not pictured)
- Cole Porter, Porter Steel, Inc. (Not pictured)
- Veronica Reyes, TruFund (Not pictured)
Since its inception, the Gwinnett Chamber Foundation has focused on supporting the success of small businesses through leadership development, educational initiatives, and targeted grant funding. In its first year, the Foundation invested nearly $100,000 in grants to advance local businesses and plans to expand certification and resource programs throughout 2025 and 2026.
“The Foundation’s vision is to promote a resilient and sustainable business community through strategic investments in education and leadership,” said Nick Masino, President & CEO, Gwinnett Chamber & Partnership Gwinnett. “The expertise of this board will be instrumental in advancing our mission and shaping Gwinnett’s economic future.”
The GCF is hosting several events to support its mission for empowering small business success. To learn more, make plans to attend, or get connected, visit GwinnettChamberFoundation.org.
About the Gwinnett Chamber Foundation
The Gwinnett Chamber Foundation (GCF), an affiliate of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to fostering economic vitality across Gwinnett County, Georgia, by providing small business owners with access to leadership development, educational programming, and grant opportunities. Through its initiatives, GCF advances business resilience and sustainability while supporting the region’s diverse and growing economy.