October 1, 2024
Girls Inc. of Sarasota County Announces New Board Members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sarasota, FL — Girls Inc. of Sarasota County is pleased to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors: Eric Adams, Nancy Boxill-Thompson, Caryn Patterson, and Melissa Perrin. These community leaders bring a wealth of experience and expertise that will help guide Girls Inc. in its ongoing efforts to inspire all girls to be Strong, Smart, and Bold.
President & CEO, Angie Stringer shares, “We are honored to welcome our new board members to our team. Their leadership will strengthen Girls Inc., ensuring the organization continues to thrive in its mission and impact. Their collective experience will strengthen our efforts to build the next generation of strong, smart, and bold leaders.
Eric Adams is currently employed by Deloitte Consulting and is a leader in their Banking & Capital Markets Enterprise Performance team focused on large scale Finance Modernizations. Eric has extensive experience in managing large scale global Finance Transformations, IT related services and Merger and Acquisition advisory work for Fortune 100 companies over the past 28+ years. Eric leads Deloitte’s FSI Oracle practice in North America and was a leader in developing their 2023 FSI Tech Strategy. Prior to joining Deloitte in 2004, Eric was employed by Ernst & Young for 6 years, leading their Finance Transformation practice in North America.
Nancy Boxill-Thompson holds a Ph.D. in child psychology from Union Institute and University and has served as a faculty member at Emory University and Ogelthorpe University. She has been named one of the Atlanta Business League’s “Top 100 Black Women of Influence” four times and has received the Georgia Voices for Children award and Spelman College’s Local Community Service award. Nancy has dedicated her life to public policy, urban affairs, child development and poverty, advocating for women and children.
Caryn Patterson is a longstanding Girls Inc. supporter, with extensive experience in volunteering across our community. Caryn has been a co-chair of the Celebration Luncheon for two years where attendance to the event more than doubled under her leadership. Caryn has also been a member of the Junior League of Sarasota since 1998, and has served in multiple leadership roles and the executive board. Currently, Caryn owns a wellness company focusing on personal training, yoga, and overall health. Prior to her newest venture, Caryn has worked as an IT consultant for Price Waterhouse and as the VP of Sales and Marketing at Super-Sensitive Musical String Co. Caryn grew up in the Sarasota Symphony program and is an experienced violinist. She is married to her husband, Steve, and is a proud mother to Jonah and Caleigh.
Melissa Perrin is a passionate advocate for girls and education. She holds a B.S. degree in elementary education and is a dedicated mom of four, including two daughters, with her oldest just starting medical school. An active member of the Junior League of Sarasota, Melissa also serves on the boards of the Cotillion Club of Sarasota and SYC Cares, the philanthropic arm of the Sarasota Yacht Club. Her commitment to the community is evident through her roles as a committee member and chair for various nonprofit fundraisers, benefiting organizations like Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Girl’s Inc., and SYC Cares.
The officers of the 2024 – 2025 Girls Inc. Board of Directors are Judy Love, Chair; Jim Rolfes, Vice-Chair; Mary Pat Radford, Secretary; and Eric Adams, Treasurer. Board members are Dr. Nancy Boxill-Thompson, Dr. LaShawn Frost, Jennifer Horiuchi, Caryn Patterson, Melissa Perrin, Clolita Vitale, Danny Watts, Lois B. Wilkins, and Angie Stringer (President & CEO).
About Girls Inc. of Sarasota County:
Girls Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Girls Inc. fulfills its mission of empowering girls ages five and up to be self-confident, responsible, and well-rounded individuals by delivering research-based, age-appropriate, after-school and summer educational and sports programs designed specifically for girls. Our organization equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow into healthy, educated, and independent adults. For more information, please visit www.GirlsIncSRQ.org.