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Governance and Leadership
The GE Appliances Foundation is a private, corporate foundation solely funded by GE Appliances and governed by a Board of Directors composed of senior company executives. This governance structure ensures strong alignment between the Foundation’s philanthropic mission and the company’s values, while providing responsible oversight and accountability. Board members bring diverse leadership experience and functional expertise to guide the Foundation’s strategy, grantmaking priorities, and governance practices. The close connection between GE Appliances leadership and Foundation governance supports thoughtful decision-making, regulatory compliance, and a sustained focus on creating meaningful impact in the communities where GE Appliances employees live and work.
Board of Directors
Marc Charnas
Chief Financial Officer
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Foundation Board Chair
Kevin Nolan
President and Chief Executive Officer
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Rick Hasselbeck
Chief Commercial Officer,
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Rocki Rockingham
Chief Human Resources Officer
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Antonio Boadas
Vice President, Communications
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Katina Whitlock
Senior Director, People & Culture and
Community Engagement
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Foundation President and Executive
Director
Officers
Ryan Harding
Deputy General Counsel
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Weslie Willis
Executive Director, Treasury
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Bill Good
Vice President, Manufacturing
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Foundation Vice Chair