Staff
About Our Team
The Guilford Nonprofit Consortium is staffed by Mary Herbenick and Stephanie Surratt, both of whom have worked in the corporate and nonprofit sectors. Together, they have several years of experience working with nonprofit organizations.
Mary Herbenick
Mary is a servant leader with a 25-year career as a strategy consultant, nonprofit executive, writer, facilitator, and community change agent. She has led grassroots efforts and established organizations, galvanizing people across multiple sectors to work together to achieve a common goal. She is passionate about connecting people and resources to help address Guilford County’s biggest challenges.
Most recently, Mary served on the executive leadership team at the Kellin Foundation and in a variety of roles at Ready for School, Ready for Life, including executive director.
A Dayton, Ohio native, Mary lived and worked in DC, Chicago, and Denver before making her home in Guilford County. She is the proud mom of two daughters who keep her laughing and grounded.
Fun Fact: Upon moving to North Carolina, Mary’s first volunteer experience was serving as a volunteer consultant with the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium.
