Meet the Board
The main focus of KGCB is litter. In order to better serve the area, KGCB has united the government litter stakeholders of Greenville County to formulate common approaches to tackle litter issues.
Executive Committee
Summer Gagnon
Executive Director
Litter Prevention Coordinator
Summer Gagnon is the Litter Prevention Coordinator for Greenville County’s Litter Ends Here program. She has helped lead this multifaceted litter program towards the goal of creating a litter-free county.
Justin Campbell
President
Simpsonville Representative
Justin is the Community Relations Specialist for the City of Simpsonville since 2018. Prior to his current role, Justin was a staff writer at The Seneca Journal and covered local government, crime, education and community issues.
Amberly Steele
Vice President
Fountain Inn Representative
Amberly works as the Main Street Coordinator for the City of Fountain Inn. She holds a master's degree in management with emphasis on organizational and leadership development. While the majority of her career was primarily in healthcare Business Development and Marketing, her true passion is repurposing discarded materials or objects to create something functional and unique.
Secretary
GCSWCD Representative
Kendall Juell
Kendall is the Stormwater Programs Coordinator for Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District. She bringing nearly ten years of experience in environmental education from North Carolina and Virginia.. As a South Carolina native, She may be spotted indoor climbing, on the hiking trails, at the river with her Daisy Scout, or working on her dual graduate degree.
Austin Lovelace
Treasurer
Greenville County Planning
Austin is a Long Range Planner II at Greenville County. He is passionate about making communities in Greenville County more equitable, resilient, and sustainable. An Asheville native raised in Alabama, Austin has lived in the Upstate for seven years. Austin lives in Piedmont with his wife Sarah, two golden retrievers, three cats, and chickens..
Board of Directors
James Huffman
Board Member
Greenville Representative
James Huffman, City of Greenville's Streets and Sidewalks Superintendent, brings a unique global perspective and rigorous safety focus from his extensive international oilfield career. He is dedicated to building a culture of education, safety, and teamwork, while actively pursuing professional development through the American Public Works Association.
Joseph Holbrooks
Board Member
Greer Representative
Joseph has been with the City of Greer since 2014 and currently serve as the Code Enforcement Supervisor. He lead a team focused on protecting the health, safety, and overall quality of life in our community through education-based enforcement, strong local partnerships, and community engagement. He holds certifications in property maintenance, residential building, zoning, and am a Certified Master Code Enforcement Professional.
Jamie Karvellas
Board Member
Greer Representative
Throughout Jamie's professional career, she has gained diverse experience, including 12 years managing golf tournaments and 10 years in the hospitality industry. In 2018, Jamie and husband and I relocated to Greer. Jamie currently works in the City of Greer in the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department. The department's primary objective is to enhance the lives of our citizens and cultivate a more robust community through our various programs
Willie Stewart
Board Member
Mauldin Representative
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Willie is the Assistant Director of Recreation for the City of Mauldin. He has been with the City of Mauldin for 10 years. He assist in overseeing the Mauldin Sports Center, Athletics, and Mauldin Senior Center divisions within the Mauldin Recreation Department.
Renae Olsen
Board Member
Mauldin Representative
Renae is the Mauldin Sports Center Coordinator and is responsible for marketing & membership. A Minnesota native, she now calls Greenville home.
Charlene Carter
Board Member
Simpsonville Representative
Charlene works on Special Projects and as a City planner for the City of Simpsonville. She has 15 years of government experience and is passionate about community and public services. As a new member, she plans to support the initiatives to keep Greenville County Beautiful where she lives, works and plays!
Phillip Tate
Board Member
Travelers Rest Representative
Phillip is the Public Works Director for the City of Travelers Rest. Prior to that Phillip served with the City of Travelers Rest and the City of Greenville as a firefighter. Phillip grew up in Travelers Rest.