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.

Elizabeth Beutel, Director of Sales and Marketing – joined PCSC in July 2012. She supports the organization in all areas of sales and marketing while contributing to product management and development. Elizabeth has a Master’s in Business Administration from Indiana University (majoring in Marketing and minoring in Finance) and a B.S. in Human Resources and Family Studies from the University of Illinois (majoring in Dietetics). Elizabeth is licensed in South Carolina as an assisted living administrator (CRCFA) and maintains her registration as a dietitian. She has served in several management positions in the long-term care industry since 1999 including for-profit and not-for-profit sectors of senior living and has been in health care since 1991.

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. 

Jenn Paden Stanley, Director of Foundation Services and Church Relations -  joined PCSC in May of 2020. She oversees all fundraising and development activities as well as relationships with Presbyterian churches in the state. Prior to PCSC, Jenn served at Presbyterian College in the Office of Advancement as a Major Gifts Officer.  There she worked to build relationships with prospective donors and help them achieve their charitable goals toward PC. Jenn holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Religion and Christian Education with a minor in Psychology from Presbyterian College.  After graduation she worked as the Youth Minister at Fourth Presbyterian Church in Greenville.  Later, she moved to the Thornwell Home for Children where she served in two roles, first as the Director of Faith Formation and Christian Nurture, and subsequently as a Mission Advancement Officer. Jenn has a robust background in the Presbyterian Church in this state and its affiliated organizations, as well as fundraising experience.

Stephanie Studnicka – 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 Care.

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. 

Jason Basile, Executive Director/Administrator, The Columbia Presbyterian Community – joined PCSC in January 2017. Jason has both his Nursing Home Administrator and Assisted Living Licenses from the South Carolina Board of Long Term Health Care Administrators. His undergraduate degree is in Health and Exercise Science from Furman University and he has a Masters in Health Administration and Policy from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. His prior roles in senior living consisted of Administrator and Director of Business Development.

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. 

Tim Barresi, Executive Director, The Village at Summerville - joined PCSC in July 2018.  Tim most recently served as the Regional Director of Operations of Harmony Senior Services, where he manages a portfolio of 6 senior living communities in SC and VA. In his current role, he has opened 3 new communities, from construction to state licensure. He has a long career in senior living services, having served in related positions for the past 23 years.
During his career, Tim has served as a single site Executive Director/Administrator, as well as 10 years as a regional operations specialist. His passion for serving seniors is evident in his choice of career path, but more importantly in his daily interactions with those served and in working intentionally to develop a team of employees where the mission and values are represented in action. Tim has both his Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) and Assisted Living Licenses (CRCFA) from the South Carolina Board of Long Term Health Care Administrators. His undergraduate degree is in Sociology from the University of Akron, OH and he has a Masters in Public Health (MPH) from the University of South Carolina.

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.

Mandy Stamper, PCSC's COO has stepped in this role until a new Executive Director is named.

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.