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Leo is a retired corporate executive with a distinguished career in sales and marketing at industry leaders including Google and Yellow Pages. Now a resident of Foley, Alabama, where he lives with his wife, Sarah Ann, Leo has transitioned his professional expertise into community service. He first joined the South Baldwin Literacy Council as a Career Advancement Program tutor, helping students strengthen their employability skills, and now serves on the Board of Directors, where he leverages his strategic background to advance the organization’s mission.

Mitchell is the previous Executive Director of SBLC and currently is the Vice President of Lee Charities. Lee Charities works to connect and elevate the non-profit network in Baldwin County through insights, leadership and funding. Mitchell serves on multiple boards including, Sea Glass Initiative, Alabama Literacy Alliance, Foley Rotary Club and the Magnolia Springs Public Library. Mitchell and his wife Shea live in Gulf Shores and have three children Mable, Davis and Oliver.

Erin, a Baldwin County native, serves on the South Baldwin Literacy Council's Board of Directors. Growing up, Erin was immersed in the vacation rental, property management, and real estate sales as her father founded Kaiser Realty, Inc. Now, she serves as a partner in Kaiser Sothebys International Realty. Throughout her career, she has served in various leadership roles including Director of Sales and Director of Catering. Her comprehensive knowledge of Baldwin County, extensive social network, and "never met a stranger" personality all work together to serve the needs of our community - both professionally and philanthropically.

Samantha is a lifelong resident of Baldwin County, where my family’s deep roots and entrepreneurial background instilled in me the importance of giving back. I am committed to continuing that tradition by serving our community through meaningful connections, skilled networking, and volunteerism.

In addition to my role on the South Baldwin Literacy Council Board, I work full time with Farmers Insurance – The Weaver Agency and co-founded The H.O.P.E. Impact Team, a nonprofit collaboration and mentoring group through the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce.

I have been married to my husband, Glenn Lewellen, since 2010, and we are blessed with two daughters. My eldest daughter benefited greatly from Literacy Council tutoring from second through fifth grade, giving me firsthand insight into the powerful impact of these programs. I am dedicated to ensuring every family in Baldwin County has access to the same resources that helped my child succeed.

Sydney is a Baldwin County native who joined the Board of Directors in early 2024. She
served as an Officer in the Navy for six years, including Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Following her service, she started a government construction company nine years ago that currently works on federal installations throughout the U.S. Sydney originally learned about the South Baldwin Literacy Council at a chamber event in 2023. After hearing about the staggering statistics, she reached out to Mitchell Lee and asked how I could help. Within 6 months, she had joined the Board of Directors to support and steer the organization to ensure we address our current literacy crisis however possible.

Sarah-Ann is a retired finance executive with an extensive background in accounting leadership for major manufacturing firms. After relocating to Foley with her husband, Leo, she dedicated her expertise to the South Baldwin Literacy Council, where she served as a youth tutor and a “Friend of SBLC.” Now a member of the Board of Directors, Sarah-Ann serves as Treasurer, applying her high-level financial acumen to support the organization’s growth and long-term stability.

Her commitment to service also extends to her work with the American Red Cross and Knots of Love, where she supports cancer patients and infants in NICU care.

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