Randall Gilliland, MBA

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents more than 30,000 members in over 230 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs.

Our mission at Cape Fear Volunteer Center is to match volunteers service opportunities in the Cape Fear region, through direct and indirect services: Big Buddy/Life Guide, National Days of Service, Kid's Voting, and CareNet. ​ Cape Fear Volunteer Center was modeled after the famous "1000 Points of Light" speech by President George Bush, harnessing the power of spontaneous volunteers and matching them with community needs. ​ In 2005, after prayers and confirmation from God, Annie Anthony took a… Show more

Our mission at Cape Fear Volunteer Center is to match volunteers service opportunities in the Cape Fear region, through direct and indirect services: Big Buddy/Life Guide, National Days of Service, Kid's Voting, and CareNet. ​ Cape Fear Volunteer Center was modeled after the famous "1000 Points of Light" speech by President George Bush, harnessing the power of spontaneous volunteers and matching them with community needs. ​ In 2005, after prayers and confirmation from God, Annie Anthony took a small program and transformed it into a nonprofit agency. ​Armed with the idea of keeping her hands open to what God might desire to do through this organization, the agency has continued to flourish into what it is today. Show less

Efficiency First is a national nonprofit trade association that unites the Home Performance workforce, building product manufacturers and related businesses and organizations in the escalating fight against global warming and rising energy costs. Efficiency First represents its members in public policy discussions at the state and national levels, to promote the benefits of efficiency retrofitting and to help our industry grow to meet unprecedented demand for quality residential energy… Show more

Efficiency First is a national nonprofit trade association that unites the Home Performance workforce, building product manufacturers and related businesses and organizations in the escalating fight against global warming and rising energy costs. Efficiency First represents its members in public policy discussions at the state and national levels, to promote the benefits of efficiency retrofitting and to help our industry grow to meet unprecedented demand for quality residential energy improvements. Our mission is to be a voice for the Home Performance industry, and to advocate for policies that will create the foundation for a sustainable and scalable home retrofit market. We will accomplish these goals by promoting a combination of industry standards, financing and performance-based incentives, through collaborations with legislators, government agencies, public utilities and professional organizations. We believe that a public-private market must exist where programs drive demand to a well-regulated private sector that will compete on efficiency and innovation. Show less

The Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (MAHCC) is one of the most active business organizations in the Mid Atlantic region. We are proud to represent small businesses in general and women, veteran and minority businesses in particular, as well as to promote economic, workforce and community development in the Nation’s Capital and throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. We help member businesses throughout the Mid-Atlantic region gain a competitive edge, and we champion them, large and… Show more

The Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (MAHCC) is one of the most active business organizations in the Mid Atlantic region. We are proud to represent small businesses in general and women, veteran and minority businesses in particular, as well as to promote economic, workforce and community development in the Nation’s Capital and throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. We help member businesses throughout the Mid-Atlantic region gain a competitive edge, and we champion them, large and small. Because of our expertise in the English- and Spanish-speaking communities, we can facilitate companies to gain greater access to either market. Hispanic-owned businesses need to understand potential customers of northern European descent and American companies need to be able to respond to the needs and buying power of minority consumers. Where we are From humble beginnings in the fall of 2002, the MAHCC has grown by December 2010 into a thriving regional chamber of commerce with members in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, the District of Columbia, Delaware and West Virginia. Mission / Vision As a regional organization, the Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce intends to advocate for economic, workforce and community development, and to unify and strengthen Hispanic and other small businesses in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Show less

Mission Statement The National Black Chamber of Commerce® is dedicated to economically empowering and sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within the United States and via interaction with the Black Diaspora. Organization Profile The National Black Chamber of Commerce® was incorporated in Washington, DC in March 1993. The NBCC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian organization dedicated to the economic empowerment of African American… Show more

Mission Statement The National Black Chamber of Commerce® is dedicated to economically empowering and sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within the United States and via interaction with the Black Diaspora. Organization Profile The National Black Chamber of Commerce® was incorporated in Washington, DC in March 1993. The NBCC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian organization dedicated to the economic empowerment of African American communities. 140 affiliated chapters are locally based throughout the nation as well as international affiliate chapters based in Bahamas, Brazil, Colombia, Ghana, Kenya, France, Botswana, Cameroon and Jamaica and businesses as well as individuals who may have chosen to be direct members with the national office. In essence, the NBCC is a 501(c)3 corporation that is on the leading edge of educating and training Black communities on the need to participate vigorously in this great capitalistic society known as America. The NBCC reaches 100,000 Black owned businesses. There are 2.1 million Black owned businesses in the United States. Black businesses account for over $138 billion in revenue each year according to the US Bureau of Census. The National Black Chamber of Commerce® is dedicated to economically empowering and sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within the United States Show less

Church affiliate organization of the National Black Chamber of Commerce designed to provide workforce and entrepreneurship training to minority communities to empower those communities for economic success.

Climate Communities is a national coalition of cities and counties that is educating federal policymakers about the essential role of local governments in developing new approaches to create livable communities, reduce energy use and curb greenhouse gas emissions. Climate Communities is working with local governments to ensure that federal policies provide strong incentives and resources for local clean energy and sustainability actions Climate Communities will ensure that the federal… Show more

Climate Communities is a national coalition of cities and counties that is educating federal policymakers about the essential role of local governments in developing new approaches to create livable communities, reduce energy use and curb greenhouse gas emissions. Climate Communities is working with local governments to ensure that federal policies provide strong incentives and resources for local clean energy and sustainability actions Climate Communities will ensure that the federal government: Recognizes and enhances the critical role of local governments on climate change; Provides the funding and incentives needed to achieve local climate change progress; Ensures that national carbon control laws and regulations provide opportunities and incentives for local solutions to climate change challenges; and Helps localities address and pay for any new mandates imposed on communities. Show less

ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability is the leading global network devoted to local governments engaged in sustainability, climate protection, and clean energy initiatives. In the United States, ICLEI USA is the recognized leader in its field, creating cutting-edge tools and establishing national standards. More than 1,000 local governments worldwide are active members. In the United States, these members range from big cities (New York and Atlanta) to counties, small towns, and… Show more

ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability is the leading global network devoted to local governments engaged in sustainability, climate protection, and clean energy initiatives. In the United States, ICLEI USA is the recognized leader in its field, creating cutting-edge tools and establishing national standards. More than 1,000 local governments worldwide are active members. In the United States, these members range from big cities (New York and Atlanta) to counties, small towns, and heartland communities (Dubuque). ICLEI’s diverse local government members share a broad desire to make their communities better places to live by making them greener, more efficient, and healthier, and by taking action against climate change—because its impacts will be felt most tangibly at the local level. ICLEI’s mission is to support these efforts. By accessing our resources, planning processes, and technical guidance, local governments can achieve results faster and overcome financial constraints. Show less

Helping alcoholics becomes personal issue - Former Hampton councilman supports foundation for treatment July 25, 2010 - Daily Press HAMPTON — Randy Gilliland describes his father as the strongest person he has ever met. But behind the image of a successful small-businessman who rose from humble roots was a man losing a long battle against alcoholism. Mickey Gilliland shot himself dead in 1995. A few years earlier, his sister Vivian, who was also an alcoholic, had killed herself with a gun… Show more

Helping alcoholics becomes personal issue - Former Hampton councilman supports foundation for treatment July 25, 2010 - Daily Press HAMPTON — Randy Gilliland describes his father as the strongest person he has ever met. But behind the image of a successful small-businessman who rose from humble roots was a man losing a long battle against alcoholism. Mickey Gilliland shot himself dead in 1995. A few years earlier, his sister Vivian, who was also an alcoholic, had killed herself with a gun in her Florida home. Since deciding to leave the Hampton City Council, he has held a fundraiser for Mickey's House and Vivian's House, a property that provides aftercare for recovering alcoholics to help smooth the transition between treatment and returning to society. Gilliland said Friday his father successfully kept his alcohol addiction hidden. "When you're younger you don't really notice. My father was actually a remarkably functioning alcoholic," he said. "He was at work at 5:30 in the morning and would open the company every day. … He was a tough, gritty kind of guy." At the age of 58 he unexpectedly took his own life in October 2005. The death hit Gilliland hard. "I spent five year in a fog. My father was a small-business guy, and, like every other small-business guy, everything my family owned was wrapped up in that business" he said. He took over running the business for four years until it was sold. "Given the genetic markers I have, there was a time to make a decision whether to manage your drinking or not to drink, and I'm not drinking now," he said. Gilliland set up Mickey's House and Vivian's House in a three-bedroom house in July 2009 at an undisclosed location. Six recovering alcoholics have so far used the service. Gilliland said he became aware there was a gap in the system because people were being released from treatment centers onto the streets where they were often left unsupported and without any money. Show less

Innovate!HamptonRoads™ - connecting entrepreneurs, ideas and investment. Vision Hampton Roads, the first region-wide Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, is the region’s roadmap to help navigate its course to the future, and Innovate!HamptonRoads™ is a critical component, created by a transformation of the decade-old Hampton Roads Research Partnership. The mission of Innovate!HamptonRoads™ is to promote locally-grown business, technology-based economic development in Hampton Roads… Show more

Innovate!HamptonRoads™ - connecting entrepreneurs, ideas and investment. Vision Hampton Roads, the first region-wide Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, is the region’s roadmap to help navigate its course to the future, and Innovate!HamptonRoads™ is a critical component, created by a transformation of the decade-old Hampton Roads Research Partnership. The mission of Innovate!HamptonRoads™ is to promote locally-grown business, technology-based economic development in Hampton Roads, Virginia, so the region is recognized internationally for clusters of excellence, fueled by a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship and economic and educational opportunities. The Goals of Innovate!HamptonRoads™ are to: • Stimulate high growth-potential new business formation, • Accelerate the growth of our existing tech businesses and • Ignite the commercialization of research innovation. Partners include higher education and institutional research, federal facilities such as NASA Langley Research Center and the Department of Energy’s Jefferson Lab, the nonprofit National Institute of Aerospace, technology businesses and the region’s technology council, Technology Hampton Roads, economic development entities and workforce investment boards. Show less

Served on this group made up of nonprofit organizations from across the country working in the green jobs training and development fields. Shared best practices.

The Peninsula Housing & Builders Association acts as the voice of its members on issues that affect the housing and building industry. It works to protect economic growth and strives to keep housing affordable. Through its public and legislative efforts, it helps to educate the public and keep the building industry thriving. Housing is vital to local and state economies, creating jobs and generating taxes and wages that positively influence the quality of life. Not only do these effects begin… Show more

The Peninsula Housing & Builders Association acts as the voice of its members on issues that affect the housing and building industry. It works to protect economic growth and strives to keep housing affordable. Through its public and legislative efforts, it helps to educate the public and keep the building industry thriving. Housing is vital to local and state economies, creating jobs and generating taxes and wages that positively influence the quality of life. Not only do these effects begin before the shovel even hits the dirt, but they last long after the housing has been built. PHBA works to protect the interests and vitality of the Hampton Roads building industry because a vibrant home-building industry translates into massive benefits. PHBA supports and promotes “Smart Growth” policies. These policies address how to best plan for and manage when and where new residential and commercial development, schools and major highways should be built, how and where to preserve meaningful open space and protect environmentally sensitive areas, and how to pay for the infrastructure required to serve a growing population. When used properly as a planning tool, Smart Growth can help expand homeownership opportunities and allow Americans to obtain the home and lifestyle of their dreams in new neighborhoods, older communities and city infill markets. PHBA works with locally elected governments to balance competing interests and assure the realities of the housing marketplace are a part of local decision-making. PHBA encourages decisions based on direct citizen input that best reflect the needs, desires, and priorities of our communities. Show less

AME Vision A Manufacturing Renaissance driven by People-Centric Leadership coupled with Enterprise Excellence. AME Mission To inspire a commitment to Enterprise Excellence through Experiential Learning by bringing people together to Share, Learn and GROW. AME Core Values Volunteerism Practitioner Focused Integrity & Trust Passion for Excellence Engaging & Welcoming

Co-founded and served as first chairman of this nonprofit organized to secure grants for federal agencies, state and local government, and others to provide green jobs development and training programs. Secured $6 million in Department of Labor and Department of Energy grants for workforce training in energy efficiency via the Hampton Roads Weatherization Training Program and established a regional energy alliance (Next Step) to deliver home energy efficiency programs in Hampton Roads.

Hampton Roads Green Drinks is the umbrella group for the 5 Green Drinks events in Hampton Roads--Peninsula, Williamsburg, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Once a month, people around the world get together at informal gatherings known as "Green Drinks." These events are a great place to mingle and network with people who are interested in environmental issues. Green Drinks is laid-back and unstructured, so stop by and bring a friend! Hampton Roads has 5 different chapters of Green… Show more

Hampton Roads Green Drinks is the umbrella group for the 5 Green Drinks events in Hampton Roads--Peninsula, Williamsburg, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Once a month, people around the world get together at informal gatherings known as "Green Drinks." These events are a great place to mingle and network with people who are interested in environmental issues. Green Drinks is laid-back and unstructured, so stop by and bring a friend! Hampton Roads has 5 different chapters of Green Drinks, but we all work together to help green people in the region connect with one another. The chapters are Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Williamsburg, Chesapeake, and the Peninsula (Hampton). We founded the Peninsula Chapter in March 2009. Since then we have seen amazing growth due to a wonderful response from the community. Each month with have an engaging speaker and an enthusiastic crowd. This is THE information sharing and networking event for anyone employed, studying, or simply interested in environmental/green issues, work, or jobs on the Virgina Peninsula! Every month people who work in the environmental field meet up at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. We have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business. Come along and you'll be made welcome. Just say, "are you green?" and we will look after you and introduce you to whoever is there. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there’s always a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic, self-organizing network. These events are very simple and unstructured, but many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas, done deals and had moments of serendipity. It's a force for the good and we'd like to help it spread to other cities. Show less

Technology Hampton Roads is a member-based association of technology organizations and technology resource companies that network to connect purchasers and providers, locate and build synergistic relationships, and collaborate on various topics, initiatives, and programs in an effort to advance technology in Hampton Roads – one day making Hampton Roads a national leader in innovative companies, innovative individuals, and innovative thought.

Mission Statement To provide a balanced and stimulating exhibition program, be a resource for local artists, foster education for students of all ages, and to serve as a social hub in order to build a stronger community through art. History The Peninsula Fine Arts Center (Pfac) was established in 1962 by a passionate group of art supporters from the Hampton Roads area looking for opportunities to create and exhibit artwork. It is accredited by the American Association of Art, one of only… Show more

Mission Statement To provide a balanced and stimulating exhibition program, be a resource for local artists, foster education for students of all ages, and to serve as a social hub in order to build a stronger community through art. History The Peninsula Fine Arts Center (Pfac) was established in 1962 by a passionate group of art supporters from the Hampton Roads area looking for opportunities to create and exhibit artwork. It is accredited by the American Association of Art, one of only twenty non-collecting art centers with that recognition. The center began as the Peninsula Arts Association (PAA), a chapter of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA), and was originally located in downtown Newport News at the former John W. Daniel School Building – the first home of Christopher Newport College. In 1983, the PAA became the Peninsula Fine Arts Center and was named an affiliate of the VMFA. Show less

Appointed by Governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine. At GENEDGE ALLIANCE our vision is to help Virginia industries innovate, compete and grow their bottom line. Achieve world-class performance through our proven innovative and transformational services to gain your competitive edge. Whether your needs are for a spot solution or total transformation, all technical assistance is customized to fit your requirements . GENEDGE is part of a nationwide network of Manufacturing Extension Partnership… Show more

Appointed by Governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine. At GENEDGE ALLIANCE our vision is to help Virginia industries innovate, compete and grow their bottom line. Achieve world-class performance through our proven innovative and transformational services to gain your competitive edge. Whether your needs are for a spot solution or total transformation, all technical assistance is customized to fit your requirements . GENEDGE is part of a nationwide network of Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centers that are cooperatively affiliated with the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the U.S. Department of Commerce. Show less

The Virginia Peninsula Foodbank has been a community leader in providing food security to residents across the Greater Peninsula. Since 1986, we have provided over 108 million meals to residents throughout our service area, which encompasses the Cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson and Williamsburg, and the Counties of Gloucester, James City, Mathews, Surry and York. In order to sustain the ever-growing need, the Foodbank collaborates with over 200 partner agencies, made up of local… Show more

The Virginia Peninsula Foodbank has been a community leader in providing food security to residents across the Greater Peninsula. Since 1986, we have provided over 108 million meals to residents throughout our service area, which encompasses the Cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson and Williamsburg, and the Counties of Gloucester, James City, Mathews, Surry and York. In order to sustain the ever-growing need, the Foodbank collaborates with over 200 partner agencies, made up of local churches, food pantries, soup kitchens, children’s and adult homes/shelters, and other community centers that people turn to in times of need. Show less

Mission -To advance the arts and enhance the quality of life for all Hampton Roads residents and visitors by: Educating and inspiring teachers, students and life-long learners to embrace the arts through exhibition, workshop and educational study, volunteerism and community outreach. Providing opportunities for Hampton Roads artists to showcase and develop performing, visual and educational arts in both traditional and non-traditional formats. Presenting unique, world-class caliber arts… Show more

Mission -To advance the arts and enhance the quality of life for all Hampton Roads residents and visitors by: Educating and inspiring teachers, students and life-long learners to embrace the arts through exhibition, workshop and educational study, volunteerism and community outreach. Providing opportunities for Hampton Roads artists to showcase and develop performing, visual and educational arts in both traditional and non-traditional formats. Presenting unique, world-class caliber arts that appeal to a diverse citizenry, promoting a deeper cultural awareness. Show less

The Hampton EDA is an independent body appointed by City Council to attract businesses and facilitate their growth and expansion. The board has the authority to buy and improve land, borrow money, and sell, donate or lease land and facilities. It also administers loan and grant programs and business incubator programs.

When The American Theatre originally opened in the early 20th century, it was the first “integrated theatre” in Virginia. In those days, it had 600 seats on two levels. It now has just fewer than 400 seats and has earned an enviable reputation as “Hampton Roads’ favorite performing arts venue.” The new renovation included a “wing” to provide lobby, concessions, public facilities, mechanical and production rooms and office space. The size and depth of the stage were increased dramatically and a… Show more

When The American Theatre originally opened in the early 20th century, it was the first “integrated theatre” in Virginia. In those days, it had 600 seats on two levels. It now has just fewer than 400 seats and has earned an enviable reputation as “Hampton Roads’ favorite performing arts venue.” The new renovation included a “wing” to provide lobby, concessions, public facilities, mechanical and production rooms and office space. The size and depth of the stage were increased dramatically and a green room and dressing rooms were added. Another unique opportunity arose when the building adjacent to the Theatre became available. With the assistance of The City of Hampton and The Commonwealth of Virginia, the Hampton Arts Foundation purchased the 1939 building and completed an ambitious $4 million campaign — The Century Campaign — to incorporate the building into The American Theatre. It created a unique educational wing and added stage and production space. Show less

Co-founded this industrial park board of property and business owners to develop and promote park infrastructure improvements, and promote B2B within the park.

MHI is the nation's largest material handling, logistics and supply chain association. MHI offers education, networking and solution sourcing for members, their customers and the industry as a whole through programming and events.

The IAPC has two primary goals. First and foremost the organization is committed to fostering democracy and the democratic process throughout the world. Since 1982, the IAPC has presented its Democracy Award to an individual or organization who has worked courageously to foster, promote and sustain the democratic process anywhere in the world. Past recipients of this prestigious award include Lech Walesa, Nelson Mandela and, more recently, Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine. Secondly, the… Show more

The IAPC has two primary goals. First and foremost the organization is committed to fostering democracy and the democratic process throughout the world. Since 1982, the IAPC has presented its Democracy Award to an individual or organization who has worked courageously to foster, promote and sustain the democratic process anywhere in the world. Past recipients of this prestigious award include Lech Walesa, Nelson Mandela and, more recently, Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine. Secondly, the organization has remained true to its original mission of fostering the growing and diverse profession of political consulting as well as the practical aspects of democratic elections. The IAPC accomplishes this by bringing together members at its annual meeting to exchange views and information about political developments and campaign techniques. Organizationally, this conference which is held each November in a different city is the most important activity of the IAPC. Show less

The American Association of Political Consultants, founded in 1969, is a nonpartisan organization of political professionals. We are proud to represent the women and men of our industry who have dedicated their lives to making America a better place to live by attaining the goals set out more than 200 years ago in our nation's Declaration of Independence. First and foremost, AAPC is proud to maintain a Code of Professional Ethics for its members. AAPC encourages members to live by the… Show more

The American Association of Political Consultants, founded in 1969, is a nonpartisan organization of political professionals. We are proud to represent the women and men of our industry who have dedicated their lives to making America a better place to live by attaining the goals set out more than 200 years ago in our nation's Declaration of Independence. First and foremost, AAPC is proud to maintain a Code of Professional Ethics for its members. AAPC encourages members to live by the standards it sets, thus enhancing the political process and improving public confidence in the American political system. In addition, AAPC provides education and networking opportunities for its members and advocates for the protection of political free speech. AAPC members consist of political consultants, media consultants, pollsters, campaign managers, corporate public affairs officers, professors, fund-raisers, lobbyists, congressional staffers and vendors. AAPC members understand that, while we are often competitors on Election Day, we are all colleagues with similar professional concerns that transcend "Republican", "Democrat" or "Independent" labels. Show less