Officers

2024-2025 SRAPPA Board

President

Jeff Benjamin, PE, CEFP
Tulane University

Immediate Past President

Gregg Clarke, MBA, CEFP
University of Florida

President Elect

Collin Sewell, P.E., CEFP
University of Alabama

Vice President

Solomon T. Franklin, MA, 6σ
University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Treasurer

David Maharrey, CEFP

VP of Communications

TBD

VP of Chapter Affairs

David Van Hook, CEFP
Bartow County Schools

Vice President for Education

Priti Bhatia, CFM®, CEFP, SCUP PI, M.F.A
Georgia Institute of Technology

Vice President for Conferences

Tom Jones, MEd, CEFP
Clemson University

APPA Regional Director

Dan Whatley
Auburn University

Business Partner Liaison

John Shennette
Vice President CSL Consulting, LLC

K-12 and Community College Liaison

Tom Owenby, MBA, MS, CEFP, PMP
The Porter-Gaud School

APPA Liaison to the SRAPPA Board

Anita Dosik
APPA International

SRAPPA Representatives to the APPA Committees

APPA Membership Committee Representative

Mallica Reynolds
Nova Southeastern University

APPA Mentorship Program Coordinator

Rashad Towns
College of Charleston

President-Appointed Board Support Members

APPA Awards & Recognition

Priti Bhatia, CFM®, CEFP, SCUP PI, M.F.A
Georgia Institute of Technology

SRAPPA Representatives to the APPA Committees

APPA Membership Committee Representative
Mallica Reynolds
Nova Southeastern University

APPA Continuous Learning & Curriculum Development Representative
Victor Panchuk
Westminster Schools

SRAPPA Mentorship Program Coordinator
Rashad Towns
College of Charleston

President-Appointed Board Support Members

APPA Awards and Recognition
Priti Bhatia
Georgia Tech

Barriers to Participation Committee
John Morris
College of Charleston

Emerging Professionals                                       
Jaime Morales
University of Central Florida

SRAPPA Mentor and Mentee Applications

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SRAPPA Board Vacancies

Have you wanted to get involved with the SRAPPA Board? Now is your chance! See below for our available positions.

Vice President of Communications
(Volunteer position)

About SRAPPA:
SRAPPA is a premier regional association representing physical plant administrators and facilities management professionals across the southeast region. Our mission is to enhance the professional development of facilities management through leadership, education, networking, and advocacy. SRAPPA provides valuable resources to its members and strives to foster a collaborative environment among industry leaders and stakeholders.

Position Overview: SRAPPA is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and innovative leader to serve as the Vice President of Communications (VP of Communications). This position will be responsible for overseeing and directing all communication strategies and initiatives that support SRAPPA’s mission and vision. The VP of Communications will play a key role in elevating the association’s brand, enhancing member engagement, and ensuring consistent, clear, and impactful messaging across all platforms.
As the VP of Communications, you will work closely with the Board of Directors and other leadership team members to define and execute communication goals, cultivate relationships with members and external stakeholders, and ensure information is circulated to all SRAPPA members.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Advance development, implementation, and execution of SRAPPA’s overall communication strategy to support the association’s goals and objectives.
  • Brand Management: Ensure SRAPPA’s brand is consistently represented across all communication materials, including the website, social media, marketing collateral, and event communications.
  • Content Creation & Distribution: Oversee the creation and distribution of newsletters, member communications, and educational materials.
  • Digital Media & Social Media: Lead the association’s digital communications efforts, including social media, the SRAPPA website, and email campaigns to increase engagement and expand the organization’s reach.
  • Event Communications: Collaborate with event planning teams to ensure clear and consistent communication regarding SRAPPA’s conferences, webinars, workshops, and other member-focused events.
  • Member Engagement: Create and implement strategies to increase member involvement in association activities and enhance the overall member experience.
  • Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of communications staff, contractors, and volunteers to execute effective communications campaigns and projects.


Why Join SRAPPA?

Impact: Play a key role in advancing the mission and success of SRAPPA and its members.

Growth: Opportunity to shape the future of communication strategies in a growing organization.

Collaboration: Work with a passionate and committed leadership team.

Networking: Build professional connections and relationships with like-minded people. These connections can be valuable resources for advice and guidance.

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