PCSC Board of Trustees

Rev. Dr. Franklin Fant, CEO and President, joined PCSC as an employee in March of 2015 after concluding nine consecutive years of service on the PCSC Board of Trustees.  While a Trustee, he chaired both the Finance and Audit Committees.  He was the Pastor of Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church in Columbia, SC for almost 11 years before joining PCSC.  Prior to entering the ministry, Dr. Fant had a long and varied career in finance and accounting spanning 15 years, which he concluded as a senior manager with KPMG, LLP in Washington, DC.  With KPMG he was the firm’s national securities litigation expert, serving as a litigation consultant and expert witness in matters of valuation and securities.  He served as Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of New Hampshire.  He also served as a Visiting Scholar at the Securities and Exchange Commission where he worked for the Chief Economist in the Division of Economic Analysis, focusing on mutual funds.  A former CPA, he began his career in public accounting with Arthur Andersen & Co.  Dr. Fant holds a B.S. in Financial Management from Clemson University, a Ph. D. in finance from Florida State University, an M. Div. from Columbia Theological Seminary, as well as the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. He has published scholarly articles in a variety of journals, including the Financial Analyst Journal, Financial Management, and the Financial Review.  

Mandy Stamper, Chief Operating Officer (COO) – joined PCSC in January 2016. Prior to PCSC, she served as Vice-President of Operations for Westminster Towers, a not-for-profit faith-based senior living organization in Rock Hill, South Carolina. While there, she also served as Campus Administrator during her 14-year tenure. She is a graduate of Winthrop University and has been working in the senior living industry since 1996, both in the not-for-profit and for-profit sectors. Mandy is a Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) and also dually licensed in South Carolina as a nursing home administrator (NHA) and an assisted living administrator (CRCFA). She serves as a board member and continues to be very involved with LeadingAge South Carolina.

Chad Melven, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial related activities of Presbyterian Communities of SC, including Accounting and Information Technology. Previously, he was PCSC's Controller who assisted in implementing, managing and controlling financial-related activities and systems of the organization, and also the annual budget process. He directed the general accounting, payroll, payables, and reimbursement and revenue cycle areas of the organization, including monthly close and financial statement preparation and related financial, cost and tax reporting. His responsibilities also included coordinating the annual external financial audit, and implementing and monitoring internal control policies and procedures. Before joining PCSC, Chad was a senior audit manager for regional public accounting firm from 1991 to 1998. He holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Finance and Accounting from the University of South Carolina, and is an active licensed certified public accountant.  Mr. Melven joined Presbyterian Communities in August 1998.

Amy Laughlin, Director of Residential Life - joined PCSC in June 2021. She oversees programming development and expansion in Life Enrichment, Wellness, Vital Living and Home Health Care, and provides expertise in compliance and customer service for Residential Services, including Memory Support. Amy graduated from the University of Leeds in the UK with a BA in Sociology & Social Policy and began her career in senior living as a volunteer, soon moving into Life Enrichment and then Administration. Amy’s previous experience includes leadership and operations management for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Home Care in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors of the industry. She is a licensed Assisted Living Administrator (CRCFA), nationally credentialed as Activity Director Certified and also a Certified Dementia Practitioner. She is proud to serve as the President of the National Association of Activity Professionals and was awarded the South Carolina Activity Professional of the Year in 2014. She is passionate about promoting resident quality of life through meaningful engagement and purposeful living.

Stephanie Studnicka, Director of Clinical Operations – joined PCSC in November 2021 and is responsible for providing a range of clinical consulting services to assist PCSC leadership in enhancing the quality of care and ensuring compliance. Stephanie has over 28 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and 19 years of long term care experience.  Stephanie began her career serving in a Critical Care Nursing capacity for thirteen years.  In 2002, she began her tenure in the long term care field serving as a Consultant for New Day Professional Services in Long Term Care and Assisted Living facilities. Her consulting duties included staff development, survey preparation, Plans of Correction, and MDS regulatory compliance.  Stephanie has also served as Executive Director for a Continuing Care Retirement Community and a 179 licensed bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. Most recently Stephanie served as an Account Manager for 39 long term care communities across Georgia, South Carolina, and Virginia, providing education, and assistance with nursing and pharmacy needs. Stephanie is licensed by the SC Board of Long Term Health Care Administrators with both Nursing Home and Assisted living licenses in South Carolina. She graduated from The University of South Carolina with a BSN in Nursing.

Laura Shirer, Director of Human Resources – joined PCSC in September 2011 and was promoted to her current position in January 2014. She has experience working in human resources, payroll, employee benefits, employee personnel issues, as well as expertise in human resource laws and regulations. Laura has worked in the long-term care industry in Human Resources and Employee Relations since 2002. She is a graduate of University South Carolina Aiken with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication and a Minor in Business and is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Laura also participates in the LeadingAge of South Carolina’s Human Resources Forum as well as the South Carolina Healthcare Human Resources Association (SCHHRA) where she serves on the board advising on Long Term Car

Anna Cain, Director of Communications and Outreach, CRCFA - joined PCSC in August 2021 with over 19 years of experience in the Senior Living Industry since graduating from Presbyterian College. She has held roles in the Senior Living Industry in sales and marketing and has served as an Executive Director for the last seven years. In addition, Anna is a speaker and educator, a Certified Dementia Specialist, and has experience serving as a Stephen Minister. Anna shared during her interview while attending Presbyterian College she volunteered at PCSC Clinton, and this experience confirmed her strong interest in working with Seniors.   

Matt Schorner, DPT, Divisional Director of Rehabilitation Services, has served in his role with PCSC since the Rehab Division’s in-house inception in 2019.  He has served in various therapy/rehabilitation positions during his 10+ years of service to his field; from a front line Physical Therapist to various corporate positions.  He has progressed to become an innovator, strategist and well respected contributor to program development in his profession.  He is a graduate of East Carolina University with a BS in Exercise Physiology and Neumann University, where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy.   While serving in the armed forces, he worked with several military medical facilities, including Walter Reed Medical Center. Matt is currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of South Carolina.  With his PCSC Division responsibilities, Matt supervises each of the six Directors of Rehabilitation at the Community level, as well as a Rehab Services Compliance Specialist. 

Tracey Catanzaro, Director of Information Technology -  joined PCSC in December 2021. Her team supports the Presbyterian Communities’ telecommunications, networks, and computer infrastructure.  In addition to day-to-day management, she provides strategic information technology planning advice to PCSC’s senior leadership. She has over thirty (30) years of Information Technology experience leading teams of IT professionals for both for-profit and not-for-profit sectors of the Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Insurance industries. She was the Information Systems Director for Connecticut Hospital Association until relocating to South Carolina in 2017.  Tracey holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Hartford (with a focus in Management Information Systems) and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Bentley University. 

Jennifer Moore, Divisional Director of Culinary Services - CDM, CFPP joins PCSC as Divisional Director of Culinary Services. Jennifer began her career in culinary services while working as a server in 200 bed Skilled Nursing Facility for a Life Plan community in New York. Jennifer worked there while in high school and college. After graduating college from SUNY, Oswego, she began a new position with same community as the Dining Director for their 60 bed Assisted Living Community. Shortly after moving to South Carolina in 2018, Jennifer started a new role as Dining Director of The Clinton Presbyterian Community with Cura Hospitality Inc. Most recently, Jennifer served as Operations Support Manager for the Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina. As Divisional Director of Culinary Services for PCSC, Jennifer will direct and lead the vision for an exceptional culinary experience that we desire for our residents.

Cindy Robbins, MBA, LNHA, CRCA, Executive Director at Columbia Presbyterian Community - joined The Columbia Presbyterian Community in September 2022 as the new Executive Director. Since January 2020, Cindy has served as the Healthcare Administrator of the Katherine R. Ligon Healthcare Center at The Village at Summerville. She was responsible for the skilled nursing center's day-to-day operation and regulatory compliance. While at The Village, Cindy strongly committed to her leadership team. She established meaningful relationships and worked with employees to create an environment of autonomy for those served. In addition, Cindy was instrumental in developing a leadership growth program for the employees and considers that one of her most significant accomplishments. Cindy began her career in senior living eight years ago as an Admissions Coordinator in long-term care. She was responsible for maintaining a high census through her marketing and customer service efforts. Since becoming a licensed administrator, she has managed licensed nursing centers serving up to 130 residents with an employee base of up to 275. Cindy is a licensed administrator in skilled care and assisted living and holds an MBA in Healthcare from Southern Wesleyan University.

Meredith Scott, Executive Director/Administrator, The Florence Presbyterian Community – Meredith has served in senior living in various roles following the completion of her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Carolina in 2011. Her experience includes Home Services, Hospice, and Memory Support. She found her professional calling in her work at a Continuing Care Retirement Community, where she served as the Director of Memory Care.

In 2016, Meredith accepted the role of Memory Care Coordinator at Columbia Presbyterian Communities of SC.  While serving as the Memory Care Coordinator, she obtained her Nursing Home and Assisted Living Administrators License by completing an Administrator in Training program with Presbyterian Communities of SC. Since becoming dually licensed, she has served as a vital member of the Leadership at PCSC Columbia.

During her time with PCSC Columbia, Meredith is recognized for her ability to establish meaningful relationships with residents and families. She is quick to acknowledge how grateful she is   for her experience with PCSC Columbia, and the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of employees, who contributed to her growth and desire to serve seniors well. 

Elizabeth King, Executive Director, The Village at Summerville - will join PCSC as Executive Director in June 2022.  Elizabeth was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She received a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration and Minor in Business from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. She then earned her Master in Public Health in Health Policy and Management from the University of South Carolina. Elizabeth lived and worked in Columbia, SC for 12 years at a faith-based life plan community before her marriage moved her to the Charleston area. Elizabeth is no stranger to The Village at Summerville as she previously served as the Sales and Marketing Director. She most recently worked as the Executive Director of a senior living community in West Ashley. Elizabeth is happy to be back “home” at The Village.

Elizabeth is a very proud mom of two little girls and three stepchildren.  She and her husband spend their free time chasing around the kids and trying to squeeze in an occasional nap!

Leslie Fryar, Executive Director/Adminstrator, at The Foothills Retirement Community - joined PCSC in Janurary 2021. Leslie brings a depth of experience in the senior living field, including working with Senior Living Communities for the last ten years.  She has served as Executive Director at that organization’s Brightwater and Lakes at Litchfield communities, and most recently has served as the Care Services Administrator at Cascades Verdae in Greenville.  In this role, she was responsible for overseeing the skilled care and assisted living areas of Cascades. Leslie recently received the 2020 Cascades Verdae Supernova Director of the Year Award for her efforts as the Care Services Administrator to serve the residents under her care, as well as her colleagues.  The Supernova Award is the highest individual honor that Senior Living Communities gives.  Leslie holds a BA in Business Administration with an emphasis in management and marketing.  She is also a Certified Dementia Practitioner.

Tamieka Hawkins, Operations Manager - joined PCSC in January 2019. Tamieka is new to the Clinton community, but is not new to the organization.  She has served as our Social Services Director at the Foothills Retirement community for the last three years. While at Foothills she assisted residents, patients, and their families, ensuring smooth transitions to/from and within Foothills continuum of care. 

Through twenty years in healthcare, starting as a CNA, she has worked diligently to grow in her knowledge of Senior Living. Tamieka has a Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration and an Associate’s Degree in Health and Wellness. Most recently, Tamieka has completed the AIT, Administrator in Training program at the Foothills Community. The AIT curriculum is a practical on-the-job training program under the direct supervision of an Experienced Executive Director and prepares students for Administrator leadership. Tamieka was already adept at our culture and clinical regulations, however this program helped her gain knowledge of our operations by taking on projects and real responsibilities to master the Continuing Care Retirement Community fundamentals.  When you ask her about being part of the Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina, she will tell you that she enjoys being part of the team, loves spending time with the residents, and loves what she does. When Tamieka is away from campus, she spends time with her wonderful husband, her three children, and her dog Rocco.

Jim Deel, Executive Director, Laurel Crest Retirement Community - joined us from a prominent senior living community in North Central Ohio, where he spent the past 10 years.
Jim was born and raised in rural Ohio. He attended Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio, where he studied business administration and management. Prior to working in senior living, Jim enjoyed a career in information and data security with one of the nation’s largest financial institutions. During the early days of his career, Jim worked part-time as a certified nursing assistant, and fell in love with senior living. This exposure fueled Jim’s passion for working with older adults and his desire to manage senior living communities. Jim’s personal mission matches that of Laurel Crest — to provide a lifestyle that enhances the quality of life for each person.