Tanner Health Foundation has appointed six new members to its board of trustees: Kip Berry; Juan Hernandez; Lisa Boggs Justus; Thomas "Rett" Reeve IV, MD; Wesley Stone; and Nikki Thompson Thomas. Together, they bring a wide range of expertise in business, healthcare, finance, community service and leadership. 

"Each of our trustees brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table," said Nichole Fannin, executive director of Tanner Health Foundation. "I look forward to seeing how our new members will use their talents and passion to help strengthen philanthropy and advance the mission of Tanner Health."

Dena Adams-McNeish, Tanner Health Foundation board chair, said she is excited to welcome the foundation's newest trustees.

"These individuals have distinguished themselves through their professional accomplishments and dedication to serving others. Their experience, leadership and commitment to our communities will strengthen the foundation as we continue supporting Tanner Health's mission and expanding our impact throughout the region," said Adams-McNeish.

Kip Berry
Berry is an accomplished home builder, real estate professional and broker with more than four decades of industry experience. A graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in finance, he also served three years in the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of first lieutenant. Since beginning his home-building career in 1972, Berry has developed homes in numerous communities throughout the region and currently serves as broker for two real estate firms. He has been an active member of the Home Builders Association for more than 40 years and has served on several community organizations, including the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce, Boys & Girls Club and Boy Scouts. He also represented Douglas County on the Atlanta Regional Commission for 18 years. 

Juan Hernandez
Hernandez serves as executive vice president of Southwire's Residential and Commercial Group. A graduate of the Monterrey Institute of Technology with a degree in industrial and systems engineering, he also earned an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management and Arizona State University. Since joining Southwire in 1997, Hernandez has held numerous leadership positions across operations, sales, business development, international markets and strategic marketing. He currently oversees one of the company's largest business groups and serves as executive sponsor for Southwire's veterans employee resource group. Hernandez lives in Carrollton with his wife and family and is active in his church and community. 

Lisa Boggs Justus
Justus is a certified public accountant and licensed residential general contractor with more than 40 years of experience in accounting, financial management, home building and real estate development. An honors graduate of Auburn University with a degree in accounting, she has held positions with Ernst & Young, The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola Enterprises. Since 1992, Justus has led residential development projects through Benchmark Homes & Enterprises, overseeing budgeting, strategic planning and construction management. She serves as vice chairman of the 20/27 Corridor Joint Development Authority and is active in several professional and community organizations. A Carroll County native, Justus is a member of Villa Rica First United Methodist Church and remains deeply connected to the west Georgia community.

Thomas E. "Rett" Reeve IV, MD
Reeve is a board-certified vascular surgeon with Tanner Health. A Carrollton native, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and a vascular surgery fellowship at Emory University. Reeve joined Tanner in 2020 and lives in Carrollton with his wife, Gini, and their three children. 

Wesley Stone
Stone serves as director of governmental affairs at Systems & Methods Inc., where he leads federal relations strategy and government-focused initiatives supporting public service innovation and financial technology. A Carrollton native and graduate of Auburn University, he is an alumnus of Leadership Georgia and Leadership Carroll and serves on several civic and nonprofit boards throughout the community. Stone and his wife, Kate, have two daughters and are active members of Southern Hills Christian Church. 

Nikki Thompson Thomas
Thomas is a partner and chief compliance officer at West Paces Advisors, where she oversees regulatory compliance, operations, human resources and key business functions. With more than 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, she is committed to fostering a culture of integrity, accountability and excellence. Thomas earned a bachelor's degree from Kennesaw State University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. She is also founder of The Thompson Foundation, which promotes health, wellness and community empowerment through initiatives such as Nise's Race, an annual event supporting women's physical and mental health. She serves on the board of Agape Family and Youth Center and supports several charitable organizations throughout the region. 

About Tanner Health Foundation
Tanner Health Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Tanner Health. While fees from services rendered provide financial support to Tanner Health, charitable giving provides enhanced support for strategic projects and needs that further elevate our quality of care and services with the community. Learn more at TannerHealthFoundation.org.