Ronald McDonald House Coastal Empire is proud to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors: Hannah Farmer, CPA, Baker Tilly; Scott Linzey, Vice President of SCAD SERVE; and Thomas (TJ) Hollis, Partner at McManamy Jackson Hollis, LLC.

Each brings a unique blend of financial expertise, community leadership, and professional experience that will help guide RMHCE through a pivotal year of growth and service expansion.

Ronald McDonald House CEO Billy Sorochak shared, “These dedicated, talented, and well-accomplished individuals believe deeply in supporting children and their families throughout the Coastal Empire. Their leadership and heart for service will help ensure families can access the medical care and resources they need. Their passion allows families to feel at home, even when they can’t be.”

The new directors join an engaged and mission-driven Board of Directors committed to strengthening Ronald McDonald House’s impact across the region. 

• President Chris Tilton, The Dewitt Tilton Group
• Past President Gennie Long, Attorney, Meyer & Sayer, LLP
• Vice President Governance/Planning Mark Silvers, CFP, Associate Wealth Advisor
• Vice President Programs/Operations Jennifer Strickland, River Street Sweets
• Treasurer Thomas Farray, CPA, Baker Tilly
• Secretary Bernadette Bryant, Wallenius Wilhelmsen

• Lee Beckman, Georgia Port Authority
• Aaron Eubank, McDonald’s Owner Operator
• Marsha Fogarty, Vice President & General Manager, WTOC
• Nina Gompels, Naturals 2 Go (McDonald’s Retired)
• Heather Newsome, Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah
• John Palmaccio, McDonald’s Owner Operator
• Pranav Patel, Taco Stache / The Sauce Managing Partner
• George Woods, Salt Marsh Consulting Group

As Ronald McDonald House looks ahead to continued program growth and increased community engagement, the addition of Farmer, Linzey, and Hollis reinforces the organization’s commitment to strategic leadership, sound governance, and bold vision. When a child is in the hospital, everything changes. But thanks to leaders like these, and a community that continues to show up, families don’t have to walk that road alone.