Upstate executives lead the centennial celebration of American Heart Association

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Dedicated board members commit to guiding the Upstate American Heart Association through the national organization’s centennial year.

GREENVILLE, SC — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, proudly recognizes the service of distinguished local executives and medical professionals on the Upstate American Heart Association Board during the centennial celebration of the organization.

The Upstate American Heart Association Board includes the following:

Board Chairman – Joshua Trout, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Greenville

Board President – Chandra Mansell

Leadership Development Chair – Matt Puckett, Gallagher

Chairperson Elect – Dr. Julie Smart, Anderson University

President Elect – Dr. Brent Egan, American Medical Association

Anne Marie Maertens, Pendleton Place

Bill Jackson, Dick Brooks Honda

Bill Pelham, Pelham Architects, LLC

Brend McCurry, Scansource, Inc.

Richard Muncaster, Muncaster Financial Group

Scott Moore, 98 Ventures

Sean Dogan, Bon Secours St. Francis

William Stephan, Logisticus Group

The Upstate Board, comprising individuals with a diverse blend of skills, experience, passion and influence, is dedicated to achieving the fundraising and health impact goals of the Association. Collectively, they continue their concentration on the priority areas of the Association and the Upstate community:

-Educating on and controlling blood pressure,
-Addressing community needs, including CPR knowledge and skills,
-Improving food insecurity and nutrition security,
-Reducing risk for women and prioritizing diagnosis and treatment, and
-Preventing and controlling tobacco and vaping.
“These remarkable individuals bring their passion, commitment and expertise that will lead our Board of Directors to success and will help improve the cardiovascular health of our entire Upstate community,” said Kelly Wilkins, American Heart Association, executive director. “We are grateful for their support in advancing health equity and guiding efforts to reduce the incidences of heart disease and stroke during a monumental year for the Association during a monumental year.”

Members of the Board generously contribute their time, talent and resources to enhance the community’s cardiovascular health through fundraising, education, and advocacy efforts.

For more information about the American Heart Association, Upstate, visit heart.org/SouthCarolina or contact [email protected].

About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for a century. During 2024 – our Centennial year - we celebrate our rich 100-year history and accomplishments as we forge ahead into our second century of bold discovery and impact. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.