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Our Leadership

Helping Goodwilll Gulf Coast finds its way.

Management Team

Adele Hapworth

Adele Hapworth

Board Chair

Adele Hapworth is the Chief Executive Officer for The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU), the leading provider of workers’ compensation coverage to waterfront employers. After receiving a bachelor’s degree in commerce from the University of Virginia, Adele began her career in strategy consulting. After joining AEU in 2007, she served in several leadership roles, including Director of Product Development and Chief Operating Officer, until June 2021, when she became CEO. In 2021, Adele was one of 50 women worldwide named to Business Insurance’s Women to Watch. Adele resides in Fairhope, Alabama, with her husband Hunt and their two children, Ferris and Helen.

Barry Reed

Barry Reed, Jr.

President / CEO

Barry Reed’s journey with Goodwill Gulf Coast began nearly 20 years ago when he joined the team as a donation attendant. Since then, he worked his way up through the ranks, holding numerous leadership roles while demonstrating a consistent commitment to maximizing revenues from donated goods and generating financial support for programs and services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and recently completed his MBA at the University of West Florida. Reed lives on a small farm near Pace, Florida with his wife of 15 years, Aimee, and their beloved animals. When not at work, he enjoys hiking, home improvement and spending time outdoors.

Ginny Turner

Ginny Turner

Vice President
Human Resources & Mission Service

Ginny Turner has served Goodwill Gulf Coast since 2009, starting in Human Resources and expanding her role to include Mission Services in 2020. Ginny holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of South Alabama and certifications as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Society for Human Resource Management - Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), and Certified Business Engagement Professional (CBEP). Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ginny is deeply committed to family life and enjoys supporting her children’s athletic pursuits. She is often found at sports fields and gyms, cheering on her kids.

Tony Zodrow

Tony Zodrow

Vice President
Marketing & Development

Tony Zodrow has served nonprofits since 1990, focusing on administration, fundraising, and marketing. He joined Goodwill Gulf Coast in 2023. Tony has overseen five successful capital campaigns and many annual fundraising campaigns that exceeded their goals. In addition, he has received numerous marketing awards including the Gold MAC (Marketing, Achievement and Creativity) award from the Giant Screen Theater Association. Tony holds a Master’s degree in Communications from Oklahoma State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Arkansas. He and his wife Shawna have two children, Jackson and Rachel.

Jenny Thomas

Jenny Thomas

Vice President
Donated Goods & Retail

Jenny Thomas began her career with Goodwill Gulf Coast in 2016 as an Assistant Manager and has steadily advanced through leadership roles, including Store Manager, Director of Store Development, and Assistant Vice President of Donated Goods. In 2023, she completed the Goodwill Industries Senior Leadership Program. She is passionate about Goodwill’s mission and takes pride in leading teams, developing people, and finding new ways to grow donated goods and retail operations. Outside of work, Jenny’s favorite place to be is with her husband and four wonderful kids. She’s also an avid reader and a big football fan, especially when it comes to the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Susan Roush

Susan Roush

Chief Financial Officer

Susan Roush began her career with Goodwill Gulf Coast in 1993, shortly after earning her Accounting degree from the University of South Alabama. Over the years, she has played an essential role in helping Goodwill grow from just four stores, contributing significantly to the development and success of the organization. As Accounting Director, Susan has provided exceptional leadership, deep institutional knowledge, and heartfelt dedication to her colleagues and the mission. Now stepping into the role of CFO, she is prepared to guide Goodwill’s future as we continue strengthening our mission and expanding our impact. Susan and her late husband, Charlie, have two sons, Charlie and Jackson, who live in Birmingham.

Jacob Godwin

Jacob Godwin

Assistant Vice President of Operations

Julie Brawdy

Julie Brawdy

Assistant Vice President of Children & Family Services

Lisa Drew

Lisa Drew

Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development

2026 - 2027 Board of Directors

Adele Hapworth *
CEO
Board Chair
American Equity Underwriters

Ira Bates, Jr. **
Assistant Vice President
Community Development Officer
First Bank

Raymond Bell, Jr. **
Attorney
Maynard, Cooper & Gale, P. C.

Ken Brown *
Executive VP, Market President
First Horizon

Michael Chambers **
Associate Vice President for Research
University of South Alabama

Rob Couch **
Lead Pastor
Christ United Methodist Church

Kristi Daughtery **
Shareholder/Partner
Crow, Shields, & Bailey

Burnley Davis **
Retired

Timothy DeLong *
CFO
Alabama Shipyard

Jabaria Dent **
CFO
Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama

Rob Diehl **
Executive VP
TrustMark

Peter D’Olive *
COO
Felder Services

Boyd Douglas **
Retired

Lee Dzwonkowski *
Private Banker
22nd State Bank

Paul Elliott **
Risk Management Specialist
Insurance Office of America

Jud Freeman **
Executive Vice President
Long’s Human Resources

Richard Wilkins *
Attorney
C. R. Wilkins Law

Abe Harper *
President
Harper Technologies

Michael Holland *
Market President
Bryant Bank

Garner Jeffery *
Senior VP of Wealth Management
Merrill Lynch

Michele Kane *
General Counsel and Substainability Officer
Hargrove Engineers + Constructors

Ben King **
Optometrist
Premier Medical

Allen Ladd **
President
Thames Batre Insurance

Hunter Ladd **
Account Executive
Thames Batre Insurance

E. Bradford Ladd, Jr. *
Vice President
Roberts Brothers CPM

Frank Lott III *
President
Heritage Homes

Bo Mattei **
Executive Vice President
Thames Batre Insurance

Peyton Mattei *
Partner
Thames Batre Insurance

Bren McMaken **
Assistant District Attorney
MCDA

Jeremy Milling **
President
Milling Commercial Realty

Wills Moore **
Agilitas Human Resources Consulting

Lynn Morrissette **
Parent of Kaleidoscope Participant

Taylor Morrissette *
President
McCorquodale Transfer

Jeremiah Newell *
CEO
Accel Academy

Devin Nobles *
Executive Director/Owner
Nobles Group Homes

Bob Omainsky **
Owner
Wintzell’s Oyster House

Jacob Palmer **
General Manager
Palmer’s Hyundai/Toyota

Mandy Patti **
Business Administrator
Patti Marine

Ken Robinson **
President
Engineered Textile Products

Lynn Robinson **
Retired

Jay Ross **
Attorney
Adams and Reese LLP

John Ruzic **
Real Estate Director
Porchlight, LLC

Jason K. Spry **
Attorney
Law Office of Jason K. Spry

Mac Taul *
President
Merchants Transfer Company

Tim Taylor **
Financial Advisor
Edward Jones Investments

Blaire Ullrich **
VP Sales & Marketing
Tri-State Maritime

Clay Walden *
District Manager
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Erica Wells *
Community Development Specialist
Alabama Power

Christopher Wilkins **
Accounting Supervisor
Live Nation

Lindsey Weems *
President
V Corporate

Charlie Wimberly Jr. *
VP/Broker
Century 21 Wimco Realty

Sam Winter *
Owner/Broker
Sam Winter & Company Real Estate

Ryan Zarzour **
CIO/CFO
Zarzour Companies

Governing Board * / Advisory Board **

Goodwill Gulf Coast serves 10 counties in Alabama and Florida.