Our Team
Walking Alongside Nonprofits, Together
Support Cabarrus is powered by a small core staff and a network of experienced nonprofit professionals who believe in strengthening our sector through collaboration.
Our team model reflects how we work:
locally rooted, peer-informed, and deeply committed to helping nonprofit organizations thrive.
Our Staff
Our staff lead the day-to-day capacity-building work of Support Cabarrus — coordinating services, facilitating discovery conversations, and serving as consistent partners to the organizations we support.
Staff members bring experience across nonprofit operations, strategy, and community engagement, and work closely with agencies to scope needs, align resources, and walk alongside them through each engagement.
Together, they ensure our work is thoughtful, responsive, and grounded in the realities nonprofits face every day.
Jenn Delaney
Jenn Delaney brings nearly two decades of experience in operations, human resources, and client services across the creative, tech, and marketing landscape. Before joining the Greater Cabarrus Foundation, she held leadership roles in project management and people operations at global agencies and early-stage companies, where she specialized in building scalable systems and cross-functional teams.
In her current role, Jenn leads Support Cabarrus, the Foundation’s Capacity-Building initiative that provides financial, marketing, and development support to local nonprofits. A Cabarrus County native, Jenn is passionate about creating practical, sustainable solutions that help mission-driven organizations thrive. Jenn lives in Concord with her family and is proud to call this community home.
Cam Cruickshank, Ph.D.
Cam Cruickshank, Ph.D., is the inaugural President and CEO of the Greater Cabarrus Foundation. He is an accomplished higher education and nonprofit executive with more than 30 years of experience leading organizational growth, strengthening financial sustainability, and advancing mission-driven impact. He is also an experienced consultant and entrepreneur.
Dr. Cruickshank previously served as President of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, overseeing all academic, financial, operational, and external functions. During his tenure, the college achieved record enrollment growth, expanded its academic programs, increased student diversity, and strengthened its financial and philanthropic position.
He has supported strong governance through service on nonprofit boards including the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte, the Cabarrus Healthcare Foundation, and the Cabarrus Health Alliance Community Health Center.
An entrepreneur at heart, Dr. Cruickshank has founded companies, launched new educational ventures, and mentors early‑stage business founders through the Cabarrus Center’s Venture Mentoring Service.
Interagency
Consultants
Program Support Volunteers play a vital role in strengthening the nonprofit community by sharing their expertise directly with peer organizations. Interagency Consultants commit to at least one engagement each year, supporting nonprofits through Organizational Reviews, impact-focused workshops, and other capacity-building projects.
If you’re interested in contributing your skills and experience as an Interagency Consultant, please don’t hesitate to reach out today!
Executive Director, Cabarrus Partnership for Children
NonProfit Experience
DOT Child Development Center Board, Cabarrus County Early Childhood Task Force Board, Rowan Homes Board
When it comes to children, childcare, and early childhood education, Ann Benfield is the Cabarrus County expert, as Ann has been supporting the youngest and most vulnerable in our community for over 35 years. In addition to serving as the agency leader for Cabarrus County Partnership for Children, Ms. Benfield has also served as a board member for many nonprofit agencies, and in a consulting role for many projects and initiatives.
Ann Benfield
CEO, Terra Dati Consulting
NonProfit Experience
Gibson Village Community Development
Tara has a doctorate in Geography and Regional Analysis and has used this expertise to assist nonprofits, neighborhoods, and institutions with community development. She founded Terra Dati Consulting in 2022 to help nonprofits advance their impact through research, evaluation, and inquiry. Previously, Tara worked at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte and Johnson C. Smith University, where she supported capacity building for community-based nonprofits
Tara Bengle, Ph.D.
CEO, NC Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NCAFCC)
NonProfit Experience
Lake Norman Community Health Clinic, Cook Community Clinic
April Cook is the Co-Founder of Cook Community Clinic, a free and charitable clinic in Huntersville, NC, and served as its Executive Director for 22 years. Ms. Cook also served on the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable clinics for 10 years and now serves as its Chief Executive Officer.
April’s passion to serve and provide access to healthcare for the uninsured in her community has also taken her on medical mission trips to provide basic healthcare to the most impoverished in Guatemala and Haiti.
April Cook
Dean, Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Nonprofit Experience
Chris Corsello is an experienced higher education executive, nonprofit leader, and consultant who has a passion for helping others. In addition to her primary role as Dean of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, Chris also serves as the Board Chair for 1Can and as a board member for Big Brothers and Big Sisters. She also has much experience as a peer reviewer for higher education accreditation and as an independent consultant. Chris and her wife Joy live in Midland and enjoy golf, fishing, and other outdoor activities.
Christine Corsello
Executive Director, Cabarrus Arts Council
NonProfit Experience
Arts & Science Council of Charlotte
Liz Fitzgerald is an advocate for arts and social justice with over 25 years of experience working in community service, higher education and community arts organizations. She has worked with many creative individuals and non-profit arts organizations through grant opportunities, professional development and capacity building initiatives. Liz completed her BA at Luther College, and her MA at the University of Iowa, where her studies focused on community service-learning opportunities and higher education. In addition to a career in non-profit and higher education fields, Liz has served in multiple board leadership capacities with performing arts, LGBTQ+, and women’s advocacy organizations.
Liz Fitzgerald
CEO, WeBuild Concord
Nonprofit Experience
Charlotte Works, Urban League, City of Richmond, Crisis Assistance Ministry
Dr. Patrick C. Graham is a social-public sector leader and equity practitioner with executive-level experience. He serves as the first CEO of WeBuild Concord, a regional convener of affordable housing initiatives and cross-sector collaborations. Previously, Dr. Graham served as the Senior Policy Advisor for the Office of Community Wealth Building, City of Richmond; as President and CEO of both Charlotte Works and the Urban League of Central Carolinas.
Patrick Graham, Ph.D.
Owner, Come to Gripps Consulting
NonProfit Experience
1, 2, 3 Jump
Wilmenia Gripper is a socialpreneur, consultant, and nonprofit leader who has a passion to help nonprofit organizations through the power of technology. Wilmenia formed 1,2,3 Jump in 2006, a 501c3, with the mission of promoting health and fitness, fostering education, connecting families, and motivating communities through jump rope programs, camps, and classes for children. Through her consulting firm, Come to Gripps, Wilmenia serves a “Tech Tools” strategist and is dedicated to helping nonprofits stay ahead of the curve by leveraging the latest technology and digital strategies to improve sustainability and impact. Wilmenia lives in Concord with her family.
Wilmenia Gripper
CEO, Cooperative Christian Ministry
NonProfit Experience
Healthy Cabarrus, Atrium Health Cabarrus
For almost twenty years, Ed has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Cooperative Christian Ministry, one of the most impactful and effective nonprofit agencies in Cabarrus County. Mr. Hosack also served as the Founder and President of LifeBuilder Ministries. His board experience includes serving as Chair of the Healthy Cabarrus Advisory Board, and on the Atrium Health Cabarrus Advisory Board. Ed also participated in the Harvard Business School Social Enterprise Initiative in 2015. Prior to 2005, Ed served as a manufacturing executive in the textile industry.
Ed Hosack
Founder, KDWM Consulting
NonProfit Experience
The Assistance Fund, In Counsel With Women, American Hospital Association
Kristen is an accomplished government affairs and community relations executive with proven management skills and deep experience shaping and driving public affairs and policy through government affairs and corporate responsibility agendas for major U.S. and global organizations. She is known for effectively managing lobbying, community relations, and policy teams for national associations, not-for-profits and multi-national, publicly traded corporations. She is also the Founder of KDWM Ltd where she advised cities and corporations on public policy and corporate social responsibility strategies.
Kristen Morris
CEO, Piercing Sun Consulting
NonProfit Experience
Co-Director, 1000 Herons
Dr. Dawn Rennick brings a blend of academic and practical experience to the table with a doctorate in Organization and Management and 25 years of industry experience consulting in Financial Services, Healthcare, and Technology and over 10 years in environmental non-profit where she champions research, learning, and community engagement. Dawn is the CEO of Piercing Sun Consulting and is a renowned thought leader and pioneer in the emerging field of Impact Consulting.
Dawn Rennick, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Cabarrus County
NonProfit Experience
Executive Director, United Way of Lewisburg Virginia; Founder, Joyful Noise After School Program
Erica Reynolds is an experienced executive with over 25 years of experience in nonprofit, business development, and management. In addition to her full-time work, Erica has worked as a business consultant for nonprofits and is the founder and CEO of the Joyful Noise After School Program, a children’s ministry. She has also served on the finance and trustee committees and held board positions for various nonprofit agencies, including Carnegie Hall, Greenbrier Valley Theatre, the Children’s Youth and Advocacy Center, and the Greenbrier County 4-H Foundation.
Erica Reynolds
Public Health Director, Cabarrus Health Alliance
NonProfit Experience
Cabarrus Healthcare Foundation Event Co-chair
Erin Shoe was raised in Cabarrus County and loves this community! Erin graduated from Central Cabarrus High School (go Vikings!) before earning her bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University and a Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Erin has held many positions while at Cabarrus Health Alliance, learning something critical from each role, and currently serves as the Public Health Director/CEO. Erin enjoys civic and board participation and has held board and advisory committee roles in Leadership Cabarrus, Cabarrus Regional Chamber, Cooperative Christian Ministry Board Member, and Foundation for the Carolinas – Cabarrus Affiliate Board Member.
Erin Shoe
Executive Director, Cabarrus Meals on Wheels
NonProfit Experience
NC Association on Aging, Meals on Wheels NC, Healthy Cabarrus
Kimberly Strong has been the Executive Director for Cabarrus Meals on Wheels since 2007. During her tenure, Kimberly has become an accomplished professional in Cabarrus Couty and across North Carolina as she has served as a board member and in multiple leadership roles for Meals on Wheels North Carolina. She also serves as a board member for Healthy Cabarrus and the Cabarrus Wellness Coalition, as an advisory council member for Meals on Wheels America and as an Advisory Board member for Cabarrus Social Determinants of Health.
Kimberly Strong
Program Manager - Board Services
Ashley is a consultant and American historian with over a decade of experience working for and with nonprofits. She is an Associate with moss+ross, a Raleigh-based nonprofit consulting firm that supports the work of organizations across North Carolina. Ashley also serves as the volunteer Development Chair for the North Carolina Museums Council and is on the Board of Directors for Historic Cabarrus Association, Inc. In her free time she enjoys knitting, reading, going to the gym, traveling, and exploring trails in and around Cabarrus County with her husband Bradley and their two dogs Strider and Wynnie.
Ashley Sedlak-Propst
Interested in Getting Involved?
Support Cabarrus welcomes nonprofit professionals who are interested in sharing their skills and experience as Interagency Consultants or Program Support Volunteers.
If you’re passionate about strengthening nonprofits and contributing to the health of our community, we’d love to connect.