The Women's Advocacy Center Elects New Board Officers

For Immediate Release                                           Media Contact: Ivy Johnson, 901-690-1020

February 17, 2025                                                     ivy@womensac.org

Shelby County, TN— The Women's Advocacy Center Announces New Board Chair and Treasurer – The Women's Advocacy Center is pleased to announce the election of Laurie Tucker as the new Board Chair and Terry Morris as the new Treasurer.

Founding President and CEO, Romona Jackson stated, “I am thrilled to be able to announce the new additions to the executive team. Laurie and Terry have been dedicated board members giving selflessly of their resources, skills, and talents to support women and children in need for the past two years. I am confident they will continue to deliver the leadership we need.”

Laurie worked for 35 years at FedEx and served as a primary champion of the brand and customer loyalty, positioning FedEx as one of the most respected and valued brands in the world. As senior vice president of corporate marketing, she was responsible for all aspects of customer marketing, retail, and global brand management. She also held roles in Finance, Pricing, Customer Automation, Logistics, Customer Service, and Sales Planning. A passionate advocate of personal development, Laurie applied inspired leadership, innovation, and analytics to create outstanding results in corporate programming and team performance. Laurie will lead the board with a vision for continued growth and impact. “I am honored to take on this role for an organization whose mission is so important. I look forward to working with the board in this new role,” said new Board Chair, Laurie Tucker.

Terry Morris, a Senior Vice President with Pinnacle Financial Management, is a seasoned financial expert, with 34 years of experience. He will oversee the financial stewardship of the organization. As treasurer, he will help ensure the organization’s sustainability and fiscal responsibility. Terry has served as the past president of the Board for the Fogleman College of Business and the Wings of Cancer Foundation. He has also served on the boards of the University of Memphis National Board of Directors and the Team in Training to raise funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma.

These two new officers complete the executive committee, which includes Janice Kilborne, who continues to serve as the Board Secretary. Janice brings a heart to serve and give, as well as 20 years of customer service, banking, and financing experience. Her commitment and organizational skills have proven invaluable through transition in the past twelve months.

The Women's Advocacy Center is a registered 501(c)3 whose mission is to empower and support survivors and victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking.

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