Leadership
Fred Wasiak, President & CEO
Fred C. Wasiak was named president and CEO of the Food Bank of South Jersey in 2018; he oversees all aspects of the organization, including financial sustainability, operational efficiency, community engagement, advocacy, staff enrichment, and board development. Read More
Lavinia Awosanya, MBA, CFRE, Chief Development Officer (CDO)
In her role as Chief Development Officer, Lavinia Awosanya advances the Food Bank of South Jersey’s mission by leading fundraising, marketing and partnership cultivation strategies for the region’s largest hunger-relief organization. She also oversees and directs all aspects of donor relations, implementing key strategies for scaling fundraising operations and maximizing results. As a part of the executive team, Lavinia helps shape the strategic direction of the organization with the core mission of feeding residents remaining central to all decisions. Read More
Kathleen Horton, Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
As CFO, Horton is responsible for all aspects of financial planning, reporting, strategically managing accounting and financial products, and overseeing the Information Technology activities of FBSJ. Horton joined the organization in 2019 and now provides leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting, and budgeting efforts.
Charlie Hosier, Chief Operating Officer (COO)
As COO, Hosier oversees all aspects of operations, including employee and food safety compliance, inventory control, distribution, programs and services, health and wellness, and food procurement. He also led the team responsible for planning, implementing, and directing the production, sales, and distribution activities of Just Peachy Salsa. Prior to joining FBSJ as the Director of Operations in 2016, he served as General Manager for a large food processing company in South Jersey.
Janet Kotsakis, Chief People Officer
In her role as Chief People Officer at the Food Bank of South Jersey, Janet Kotsakis is responsible for development and implementation of the HR systems of the organization, as well as enhancing the culture of the organization. She has transformed her life-long dedication for learning into a passion for sharing professional development with others. Read More
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
- Suzanne Ghee — President & CEO, Thrive Public Affairs – Board Chair
- Douglas A. Schaeffer — EVP, Executive Director, Woodforest National Bank — Vice Chair
- Philip J. Bartholomew — Senior Vice President, Global Commercial Banking, Bank of America — Treasurer
- Mike Matheis — Director, 787th Civil Engineer Squadron, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, US Air Force — Secretary
- Pastor Georgia Dennis — President and Founder, Love Ministries Outreach International, Inc.
- Lindsey Enwright — Vice President Enterprise Customer Engagement and M&B Logistics, Campbell’s
- Jeff Hayman — Founder & CEO, Lakeview Timbers LLC.
- Desiree Martins — VP, Commercial Relationship Manager, TD Bank
- Frank C. Plum, Jr. — President, Workplace HCM, Inc.
- Maria Siegel — Co-Founder, Victory Assembly of God
- Carol Strock — Director, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Food Pantry
- Pastor Darlene Trappier — Executive Director, Beacon of Hope
- Neal D. Walters — Partner & Practice Group Leader, Ballard Spahr LLP
- Frederick C. Wasiak — President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey