Charysse Beard

Charysse Hairston currently serves as the Director of Regional Programs at Southeast Rural Community Assistance Project, Inc. (SERCAP) since January 2023, following a significant tenure at Total Action for Progress (TAP) from 2016 to 2023, where roles included Assistant Director of Workforce Innovations and Project Manager. At TAP, Charysse was responsible for developing departmental plans, monitoring grant expenditures, and coordinating daily operations while supervising staff and interns. Previous positions at TAP showcased expertise in grant management, employer relations, and client support services. Earlier experience includes serving as Executive Assistant to the Chairman at the Administrative Conference of the United States, where administrative and operational responsibilities were key. Charysse holds a Bachelor of Arts in American Government and Politics and African-American/Black Studies from the University of Virginia and a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling: Executive Leadership from Liberty University.