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Advisement Center Coordinator

Amanda Maynard
Amanda received a BS in Psychology in 2014 from Georgia Southern as well as an MEd in Counselor Education with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2016. Prior to working at Georgia Southern, Amanda worked in the community mental health field in rural areas. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and caring for her pet rabbit, Edgar.
Office Location: Parker Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) amaynard@georgiasouthern.edu

Academic Advisors

Advisor	Advising Alpha
Lindsay Gribble	A-Blo
Lindsay earned he BBA in Marketing with an emphasis in Sales/Sales Management from Georgia Southern in 2015. She also earned her M.A.S.S in Political Science from Georgia Southern in 2018. As a student she worked in both Student Athlete Services and the Department of Political Science and International Studies. Before becoming an advisor, she also worked as a Success Coach in the Academic Success Center. In her spare time she enjoys music, reading, obsessing over all thing Broadway, and watching 30 Rock.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) lgribble@georgiasouthern.edu
Jahmal Rainey	Blp-Cok
Jahmal began working in the Parker College of Business Student Services Center in January 2018. During his time on campus, he has worked in the Office of Financial Aid, Printing & Postal Services, and the Military Veteran and Student Center. Jahmal and his wife, Allison, are both graduates of Georgia Southern. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, trying new foods, and all things Georgia Southern.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 2218	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) jrainey@georgiasouthern.edu
Luv'Ashia Collins	Col-Dua
Luv'Ashia earned her BS in Journalism from Georgia Southern University in May of 2018. In the fall Luv'Ashia will be pursuing a masters in Higher Education Administration from Georgia Southern University. In undergrad Luv'Ashia worked as a student assistant both in the Department of Financial Aid and the Dean of Students Office, which is where she discovered her passion for higher education. In her spare time she reads her bible, watches television or spends time with friends and family. Some of Luv'Ashia's hobbies include shopping, traveling and looking for new things on Pinterest.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) luvashiacollins@georgiasouthern.edu
Reid Burke	Dub-Greenb
Reid earned his BS in Psychology and graduated Cum Laude from Georgia Southern University in 2014. After graduation, he worked for one year as the performance supervisor at a local staffing agency for several prominent industrial plants in the Bulloch-Screven area. Reid then worked for two and a half years at an outpatient treatment facility for teenagers in recovery from Addiction and Mental Health Disorders. Reid is currently working on earning a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, reading, and watching Lord of the Rings, Star Wars and Doctor Who. Reid is also colorblind.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 2218	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) jrburke@georgiasouthern.edu
Mariah Charnock	Greenc-Howe
Mariah earned her BS in General Studies (with focuses in International Studies, History, and German) from Georgia Southern University in 2011 and her Masters of Science in International Policy Management (MSIPM) from Kennesaw State University in 2014. She has extensive experience living and traveling abroad, and before she joined student services, Mariah worked as a high school English language teacher. When not at work, Mariah spends way too much time reading, watching Disney movies, and fangirling over Star Wars.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) mcharnock@georgiasouthern.edu
Shecora Lovett	Howf-Kni
Shecora received her BBA in Accounting and her MBA from Georgia Southern in 2004 and 2010, respectively. She worked as a financial aid advisor at Georgia Southern for eight years before joining the Parker College of Business Advisement Center. She is married with two children. Shecora’s hobbies are cooking and crocheting.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 2218	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) sclovett@georgiasouthern.edu

Academic Advisors Continued

Advisor	Advising Alpha
Kiana Smith	Knj-Mcca
Kiana earned her BS in Multimedia Communication (2018) and MBA (2021) both from Georgia Southern University. She is currently pursuing certification in Instructional Technology to continue navigating her career in higher education. Prior to joining the PCOB Student Services Center in January 2022, she worked in the public and charter school systems in administrative roles. Kiana also does freelance videography/photography and graphic design for events, businesses, and personal creative projects. When she is not working or exploring her creativity, Kiana enjoys spending her time trying new cooking recipes, watching TikToks, and spending time with family.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) klsmith@georgiasouthern.edu
Brittany Nichols	Mccb-Ols
Brittany earned her BBA in Finance from Georgia Southern University in 2012. Prior to joining the Student Services Center in the Parker College of Business, she worked as a Student Accounts Counselor in the Bursar’s Office for three years. Brittany is married with one son. In her spare time, she enjoys gathering with family and friends, attempting to cook, and traveling.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	P) 912-478-0085 (E) bldavis@georgiasouthern.edu
Kelly Vance	Olt-Robe
Kelly has been an advisor in the College of Business since 2012. He graduated in 2003 from Appalachian State University and worked in the nonprofit sector in Washington, DC before his current position. He has worked with a number of students from their start at Georgia Southern through to the completion of their degree program.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) richardvance@georgiasouthern.edu
Monica Perez	Robf-Sot
Monica graduated from Armstrong Atlantic State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies. She proceed to attend Savannah State University to complete a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work. Monica enjoys working with people and serving her community. She spends her free time sewing and crocheting.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) mlperez@georgiasouthern.edu
Veliyana Veleva	Sou-Vid

Office Location: Parker College of Business room 2218	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) vveleva@georgiasouthern.edu
Sarah Gagnon	Vie-Z
Sarah received both her B.S in Psychology and M.S/Ed.S. in Counseling and Human Systems from Florida State University. While attending FSU, Sarah worked as a Career Advisor and Career Counselor for the University’s Career Center. In her spare time she enjoys being on the water, exploring the outdoors, and listening to live music.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	(P) 912-478-0085 (E) sgagnon@georgiasouthern.edu
Aliyah Johnson	Change of Majors
Aliyah earned her BBA in Accounting from Valdosta State University in 2016 and graduated with her MBA from Georgia Southern University in December 2018. She previously worked at the Georgia Southern University- Armstrong Campus as an Accounting Assistant. Aliyah is a former collegiate student-athlete and a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. In her free time, Aliyah enjoys attending sports events and hanging out with family and friends.
Office Location: Parker College of Business room 1101	((P) 912-478-0085 (E) acjohnson@georgiasouthern.edu