Sheneque Brawley-Duncan
Executive Director
Sheneque Brawley-Duncan has over two decades of experience driving sustainable growth, elevating brand awareness, and expanding market reach for organizations. Sheneque’s impressive background includes a wealth of expertise in strategic consulting and coaching.
Her diverse industry experience spans nonprofit, media, marketing, and technology sectors, showcasing a versatile skill set that aligns with various organizational needs. Sheneque’s commitment to community service is evident through her roles as a Board Member, Consultant, and Advocate for local nonprofits. This includes five years supporting nonprofits as an advisor and then board member with ESC of the Triangle.
As a North Carolina native and graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Sheneque brings a deep understanding of the local landscape and a passion for making a positive impact in both the business and nonprofit sectors.
Terri Piasecki
Grants and Operations Manager
Terri’s career includes impactful roles that showcase a diverse skill set. Terri founded and operated an industrial safety equipment and supply business for two decades. This entrepreneurial adventure involved development of a multi-channel ecommerce business that served local, national and international clients. An expert on Women’s PPE or Personal Protective Equipment, Terri has authored many articles in trade publications, collaborated for a construction safety and engineering textbook addressing women’s workplace safety and presented a session on women’s PPE needs to MSHA the Mine Health and Safety Administration in Arlington VA.
Long before that adventure, Terri worked for various union and nonunion construction contractors and an environmental remediation contractor serving in a variety of roles including accounting manager, HR manager, office manager and safety manager/authorized OSHA trainer. At the environmental remediation company, she spearheaded transformative initiatives to ensure a safer work culture resulting in substantially lower insurance premiums, reduced turnover. laying the ground work for long-term financial gains for the company.
A dedicated volunteer, Terri has served on boards of various organizations and associations. Her community service includes organizing activities for scouts, fundraising for local organizations, and advocating for women in construction and workplace safety on a national level. Currently, she supports fundraising for Greyhound Friends of NC and advises e-commerce entrepreneurs on SEO and business development strategies. Terri is enjoying her time as a staff member at ESC, managing operations and the ARPA grant program.