Kimberly Morrison-Hansley
Board Chair
Professional Role: Business Owner
Committee: Governance & Nominating Committee
Serving Since: 2020
Kimberly Morrison-Hansley is the Founder and Executive Director of The Kaizen Foundation of NC and owner of T.U.T.O.R. Financial Counseling & Literacy Services, LLC. With more than 25 years of experience in financial services and financial education, she is passionate about helping individuals, families, nonprofits, and small businesses build lasting financial stability. Kimberly provides strategic leadership to advance The Kaizen Foundation's mission through education, community partnerships, and targeted support.
Rodney Blacknall
Board Vice Chair
Professional Role: Retired Law Enforcement
Committee: Governance & Nominating Committee
Serving Since: 2023
Andy Market
Board Treasurer
Professional Role:
Committee: Audit & Finance
Serving Since: 2024
Andy has been a part of The Kaizen Foundation of North Carolina since 2024 and has served as its Treasurer for the majority of that time. He recently retired from Wells Fargo following a 40-year career in banking, 37 of those years with Wells Fargo and its predecessor banks. He has enjoyed supporting the noble mission of Kaizen and looks forward to future involvement as the organization grows in its support of the community.
Lorraine Waller
Board Secretary
Professional Role:
Committee: Resource and Development Committee
Serving Since: 2026
Lorraine is a lawyer and clinical mental health counselor with over twenty-five years of experience as an attorney and executive, more than ten years of nonprofit board service, and three years of practice as a mental health counselor and coach
Veena Seghal
Board Member
Professional Role: Program Manager
Committee: Resource and Development Committee
Serving Since: 2026
Veena Sehgal is a mission‑driven executive with a strong record of leading enterprise initiatives and advancing community‑centered impact across corporate and nonprofit sectors. She is known for her strategic insight, operational excellence, and ability to build trusted relationships that strengthen programs and empower underserved communities. Veena brings disciplined execution, collaborative leadership, and a deep commitment to advancing meaningful, mission‑aligned work.
Brian Whisnant
Board Member
Professional Role: Investor
Committee: Finance & Audit Committee
Serving Since: 2026
Brian Whisnant is a General Partner and equity analyst with WEDGE Capital Management, an investment advisory firm in Charlotte. He brings over 20 years of sophisticated financial expertise and strategic investment analysis experience to the Board. Brian believes strongly in the value of financial education and its role in improving lives, and he is excited to help The Kaizen Foundation continue to grow and execute its mission.
Erica Batts
Board Member
Professional Role: Mortgage Lender
Committee: Audit & Finance Committee
Serving Since: 2026
Erica Batts brings more than 12 years of experience in mortgage lending, community development finance, and fair lending compliance. Her expertise includes mortgage originations, CRA-qualified lending, loan servicing, and expanding equitable access to homeownership. Erica is currently pursuing her Certified Mortgage Compliance Professional (CMCP) certification. She holds degrees in Business Administration from North Carolina A&T State University and Wake Technical Community College. Passionate about financial empowerment and community development, Erica proudly serves on the Board of Directors for The Kaizen Foundation of North Carolina