2026 - 2028 Executive Officers
Herbert Wilson III, M.S.
Foundation President
Herbert Wilson retired from Xerox Corporation with 36 years of service. He has an extensive background in product development, manufacturing and marketing management. His educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY and Master of Science in Management from Nazareth College, Rochester, NY.
Brittany Wilson, ESQ.
Foundation Vice President
Brittany Wilson is a marketing materials compliance senior specialist at Northwestern Mutual. Prior to her new role, she was a general practitioner for 31/2 years. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Arts in English from Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI and a Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration from the University of Akron, Akron, OH.
Herbert Wilson IV, M.S.
Foundation Treasurer
Herbert Wilson IV is a quality engineering manager for Northrop Grumman Corporation. His educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro, NC and Master of Science in Technical Management from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD.
Cedric H. Scott, M.A., LLP
Secretary
Cedric Scott is the Owner and CEO of Scott Lazarusman Consulting PLLC, a counseling practice in Muskegon, Mi. He is a Limited Licensed Psychologist and board certified as an Addiction Professional in Michigan. Additionally, he has retained a credential as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor for more than 25 years. He earned a Bachelors in Criminal Justice and a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University and a MBA from the University of Michigan.
Board of Directors
ElenaMarie Burns, M.A.
Board of Director, Scholarship and Marketing Committees
ElenaMarie Burns is a provider programs project coordinator at Excellus BCBS. She is a project management professional and a certified Scrum Master with over 30 years of experience in various industries including investment banking, telecom, and healthcare. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology and Human Development from SUNY Empire State College, Saratoga Springs, NY and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Medaille University, Buffalo, NY.
Brenda S. Sears, Ph.D.
Board of Director, Chair of the Scholarship Committee
Brenda S. Sears is a retired academician with 40 years of service in educational institutions. Her educational background includes: Master of Arts in Education Administration from University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT and Doctorate of Philosophy in Higher Education Administration, Claremont University, Claremont, CA. She is passionate about working with underrepresented young people.
Peggy S. Wilson, Ph.D.
Board of Director, Scholarship Committee
Peggy S.Wilson is a retired secondary school counselor with almost 30 years of service. Her educational background includes: Master of Science in Counselor Education and Doctorate of Philosophy in Human Development and Counseling from the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY. She is passionate about helping youth and young adults access information and resources to assist them in reaching their personal and professional goals.
Anthony Wilson, M.D.
Board of Director and Chair of the Investment Committee
Dr. Anthony Wilson is a retired pain management specialist with over 25 years of service. His educational background includes: Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Medical Degree from Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. He completed a residency program in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Wilson serves on the Boards of Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore and Muskegon Community Foundation.
Connie B. Gilliam, DDS
Board of Director, Fundraising Committee
Connie Bruce Gilliam is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She has happily practiced at and managed the family owned small business, Gilliam Dentistry, for more than 30 years. Her educational background includes a doctorate degree in Dental Surgery and specialist certification in Pediatric Dentistry from Howard University in Washington, DC
Advisory Committees
Chairs
Financial
- Herbert Wilson IV, M.S.
Fundraising
- Herbert Wilson III, MS
Investment
- Anthony Wilson, M.D.
Marketing
- Brittany Wilson, Esq.
Scholarship
- Brenda S. Sears, Ph.D.
Strategic Planning
- TBD
Foundation Editor
- Peggy S. Wilson, Ph.D.
