{"id":20080,"date":"2024-11-15T00:37:43","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T06:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelink.harding.edu\/the-bison\/?p=20080"},"modified":"2024-11-15T00:37:43","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T06:37:43","slug":"university-welcomes-three-new-members-to-board-of-trustees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelink.harding.edu\/the-bison\/2024\/11\/15\/university-welcomes-three-new-members-to-board-of-trustees\/","title":{"rendered":"University welcomes three new members to Board of Trustees"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Nic Fraraccio\/ Photo by Jeff Montgomery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led by chairman Charles Ganus, the Harding Board of Trustees recently welcomed three new members: David Bell, Erin Brogdon and Brant Bryan. With the recent appointment, Harding\u2019s governing body has grown to 22 members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

David Bell is the chief financial officer and treasurer for Castellum, Inc., and has garnered more than 30 years of financial experience. Bell received his bachelor\u2019s degree in business administration from Harding in 1992. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bell said he appreciates his time at Harding as a student as he takes on his new role with the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI value what my faith developed into while I was at school,\u201d Bell said. \u201cI can\u2019t imagine a focus different than what the heart of the school is pushing for us to be \u2014 to have the impact for God.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As he continues his journey with his alma mater, Bell said Harding\u2019s mission impacted his decision to join the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWith Christ as Lord, Harding transforms learners for global impact by engaging minds and nurturing faith within a deeply connected community,\u201d Bell said. \u201cI think it is in line with God\u2019s will. That is why I will continue to support it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Erin Brogdon is a member of the board of directors at Central Arkansas Christian Schools. Her work focuses on different organizations and their engagement strategies. Brogdon received her bachelor\u2019s degree in business administration from Harding in 2003. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brogdon said she is ready to help students with their own \u201cbuilding blocks\u201d at the University. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSchool was such a pivotal part of my life with the way it shaped my identity and the person I am today,\u201d Brogdon said. \u201cBeing able to help create a culture that helps students build values for the rest of their lives is an important investment of my time.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brogdon, who has worked with Central Arkansas Christians Schools since 2014, said Harding will continue to grow because of their mission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI think both organizations benefit from being Christ-centered and having a faith-first philosophy,\u201d Brogdon said. \u201cBecause that is something that stands the test of time. Regardless of how culture shifts and what trends we see in society, we are building a foundation on things that are not going to change.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brant Bryan is one of the founding leaders for Fairways Equities and Cresa Global. With years of experience in finance and real estate, Bryan currently serves as a trustee and treasurer for Heritage 21, a ministry that aids and provides congregations with resources for decision-making. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bryan received his bachelor\u2019s degree in accounting from Harding in 1977, as well as his master\u2019s in business administration. Bryan said his passion for the University helped his decision to join the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI love Harding \u2014 I think it is a great place in the world and in the kingdom,\u201d Bryan said. \u201cIf I am useful to Harding\u2019s board, I am all in.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bryan also said his experiences in finance and faith have helped him prepare for his life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have found that the things I have learned in ministry have helped me be a great business leader,\u201d Bryan said. \u201cThe things I have learned in business have helped me understand how to be a Christian as well.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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