Jay Nexsen retires from the GGC Board of Directors following two decades of service.
The GGC Holdings Board of Directors has named Julian “Jay” Nexsen, Jr. as director emeritus, recognizing his 20 years of service and dedication to the organization.
Nexsen, of Greenwood, is a retired attorney and former president of Greenwood Communities and Resorts. He has served on the GGC Board of Directors since 2005 and has also contributed as a member of the GGC Foundation Board of Trustees.
“Jay has given many years of service to GGC and has been a strong supporter of our mission,” said board member Howell Clyborne, who nominated Nexsen for the recognition. “He has always been thoughtful and wise as we navigated key decisions shaping GGC’s future.”
Nexsen’s involvement with GGC began through early connections with the Center’s founder. “I was fortunate to meet Dr. Roger Stevenson as my children’s pediatrician and we later became friends,” he said. “Working with Jim Self and inspired by other early supporters like Boykin Curry, Bill Klauber, and Jim McDonald, I knew I wanted to be connected with GGC’s vision.”
Over the years, Nexsen has been motivated by the Center’s growing impact and its people. “The accomplishments of GGC, the difference their work makes for families, and the entire staff full of quality, caring individuals have kept me committed,” he noted.
On receiving the emeritus recognition, he added, “It’s a tremendous honor to be named director emeritus, especially among such esteemed predecessors. I’m grateful this allows me to continue supporting GGC’s important work.”