We’re proud to introduce the 2025-26 Board of Directors for United Way of Greater Atlanta, led by incoming Board Chair Brian Sappington, Chief of Sales (Global US Customers) at Danone. This dedicated group of leaders shares a deep commitment to building a thriving and inclusive Greater Atlanta.
“Serving on the Board of United Way of Greater Atlanta has shown me the power of community to change lives—especially for the kids who deserve every chance to dream big and thrive,” shared Brian. “This year, as Board Chair, I’m excited to help lead investments that don’t just support families—they transform futures. Together, we’re building a Greater Atlanta where every child has the opportunity to rise.”
This year, we also welcome 11 new members to our Board of Directors.
Together, we’re entering the year ready to make meaningful progress towards child well-being across our region.
>> LEARN MORE: Communities thrive when our children are thriving
Currently, 19 out of 20 children born into poverty in Greater Atlanta are almost certain to remain in poverty without intervention. These odds are shaped by environmental factors that limit opportunity, such as access to quality learning experiences, healthcare, and employment opportunity. With the guidance of our board’s leadership, the innovation of our staff, the heart of our volunteers, and the support of our partners, we’re working to change the narrative.
After all, these children are the future of our region—and when we invest in our children, we build a stronger, more equitable Greater Atlanta for everyone.
Chief of Sales - Global US Customers
Danone
Executive Director
Atlanta Committee for Progress
Immed Past President/Governance Chair
Chief External Affairs Officer
Delta Air Lines, Inc.
Finance & Property Executive Chair
Marketing & Communications Chair
AVP, Enterprise & Executive Communications
Cox Automotive, Inc.
Community Investment Chair
Pro Bono Partner
Alston & Bird LLP
New term, previously served 2018-2024
Associate Medical Director of People and Culture
Kaiser Permanente
Senior Director, Constellations Center for Equity in Computing
Georgia Tech
(Retired) VP, Corporate Finance
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
VP, Data Platforms & Solutions
BlackRock
CEO & Founder
The Same House
Deputy Commissioner
Georgia Department of Human Services
Vice President of Global Support
Buildings and Systems Engineering (BaSE)
UPS
Partner
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Executive Director
Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation
Managing Director, Investments | Market Leader - Georgia Market
Wells Fargo
Managing Director
JPMorgan Chase
Vice President, Global Communications
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
VP, Internal Audit & Compliance
Genuine Parts Company
Managing Director
Accenture
President & General Manager, VP
WXIA WATL 11Alive
Private Wealth Advisor
Ampere Wealth Management
VP Internal Audit
Norfolk Southern
Managing Director, Corporate Banking
PNC Bank
VP of North America EPICS
The Coca-Cola Company
Executive Vice President, Clinical Quality Officer
SCP Health
Senior Project Manager/Technical Lead
TEKSystems Global Services
Executive Vice President, Industry Strategy
Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)
Director Community Affairs
WSB-TV
District Attorney
Douglas County District Attorney's Office
Chief Medical Director
Peach State Health/Centene
Audit and Assurance Partner
Deloitte
Executive Vice President, Head of Premier Banking
Truist Financial Corporation
Executive Director
Ser Familia, Inc.
Physician Partner
Georgia Perinatal Consultants
Founder & CEO
Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative
