BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Reese Palmer, LMFT, is the Founder and Board President of Anchor Family & Community Services. A former child welfare professional and County Director for Social Services, he has extensive experience supporting children and families impacted by trauma, abuse, and crisis. He currently serves as Vice President of Clinical Services at LRADAC and Managing Partner of Palmer Counseling & Consulting.

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As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Reese brings a family-systems perspective to his work and is passionate about helping individuals and families develop healthier patterns, strengthen relationships, and create greater stability across generations. His experience across child welfare, behavioral health, and community-based services gives him a unique understanding of the challenges families face and the importance of prevention and early support.

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Reese focuses on strengthening relationships, mentoring men, and equipping families with practical tools to build healthy, lasting bonds. He is a devoted husband, father of four, church leader, and advocate for strong marriages, healthy families, and thriving communities.

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Monique McDaniels is a community and workforce development leader with nearly 20 years of experience strengthening communities and expanding access to resources and opportunities. She currently serves as Vice President of Community and Workforce Development for Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC), where she oversees the organization’s mission services, including Job Connections, the Mission Mobile unit, training programs, mission integration, learning and development, and grants management.

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Throughout her career, Monique has led work across community engagement, marketing, philanthropic giving, advocacy, governmental affairs, and grants management. Her extensive experience gives her a unique understanding of how strategic partnerships and access to resources can create greater stability and opportunity for individuals and families.

 

Monique is passionate about strengthening communities, developing meaningful partnerships, and connecting individuals and families with opportunities that help them thrive.

Mr. Belton is a Consultant with Kearney & Company, P.C. (Kearney) and a military veteran with 25 years of distinguished active-duty service. He brings extensive experience in leadership, financial management, instruction, grant administration, program management, fiscal oversight, and organizational development.

 

Beyond his professional career, Mr. Belton is deeply committed to community service. He regularly volunteers with Rapid Shelter Columbia, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and others in need. He is also actively involved in his church congregation, where he serves in several capacities, including ministry service, teaching, and treasury responsibilities.

Natasha L. Washington, LPC is a licensed professional counselor, healthcare leader, and ministry servant with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare administration, leadership development, customer service management, and behavioral health. She currently provides counseling services that empower individuals, couples, and families to achieve emotional wellness, personal growth, and resilience through evidence-based and faith-centered approaches.

 

Natasha also serves on the leadership team at The Brook Church, supporting ministry initiatives, leadership development, and community outreach. She is passionate about helping individuals and organizations thrive through compassionate, purpose-driven leadership.

As an experienced Case Manager with a history of demonstrated effective work in the insurance industry, she is skilled in both Vocational and Medical Case Management. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Case Management Counselor with extensive experience in Vocational and Medical Workers' Compensation and Long Term Disability Claims cases.

 

Geneva has experience in Expert Witness Testimony in vocational cases and extensive hands-on work experience in most aspects of the vocational and medical case management field.

Constance Elkins is the Columbia-based owner of HomeWorthy Property Management, leveraging over a decade of experience in operations and client relations to support residential real estate investments. Beyond managing property operations, she is dedicated to community development, with a specific focus on creating supportive, affordable housing initiatives for veterans.

 

Constance is known for her integrity, professionalism, and problem-solving abilities. She is committed to building strong partnerships, delivering exceptional service, and making a positive impact in the communities she serves.

Jessica Palmer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Connecticut with a professional background in clinical services, family support, early childhood, and community-based programming. She currently serves as Program Manager for Baby&MeCT, a Parents as Teachers home visiting program serving expectant parents and families with young children throughout Greater New Haven.

 

In addition to her professional work, Jessica serves on the Board of Directors of Anchor Family and Community Services, a South Carolina-based nonprofit organization. She brings experience in clinical practice, nonprofit leadership, program development, family services, and community engagement to her board service and is committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen children, families, and communities.

Tara Bing is an attorney practicing in South Carolina with experience in public service.  She currently works as an Attorney Advisor with the Social Security Administration. Prior experience includes being a law clerk for the Honorable Alison Renee Lee, South Carolina Circuit Court Judge, Retired, and an externship with the Honorable Richard M. Gergel, U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina Judge. 

 

As for community service, Tara serves on the Board of Anchor Family & Community Services, bringing expertise of board experience as a Board Chair for another non-profit organization, Black Girls' Clubhouse.

Monique S. Bing, MSW, LISW-CP, is a licensed clinical social worker, community leader, and nonprofit executive committed to supporting the mental wellness, personal development, and empowerment of women, girls, and families. She currently serves as a Peer Support Manager at The Hive Community Circle, where she leads community-based programming, supervises peer-support initiatives, develops partnerships, and connects individuals and families with essential resources.

 

Monique is also the Founder and Executive Director of Black Girls’ Clubhouse, Inc., a nonprofit organization that empowers Black girls through mentorship, leadership development, mental wellness education, and meaningful community experiences.