Serving the largest geographic area in the S.C. Technical College System, Piedmont’s governing board comprises representatives from each of seven supporting counties. That representation is based upon the number of students enrolled from each county, and the authority of the commission is mandated by Act 234 of the General Assembly of the State (May 24, 1963).

Recommended by their respective county councils or legislative delegations and appointed by the governor, commissioners serve for four-year terms. They have responsibility for activities that fulfill legislative requirements "to make available and operate adequate facilities; provide for adequate facilities; and conduct a program of technical education."

	Charles R. Williams Veteran member and current chairman Williams has represented Abbeville County since 1991. He saw the college into the new millennium with exciting initiatives. He brings to the board more than 40 years’ experience with Canal Wood Corporation, where he is area manager. He is an active member of the Abbeville community and holds leadership positions in the Lions Club, the Panther Booster Club, Helping Hands, Gideon International and the Abbeville County Forestry Landowners Association, as well as Abbeville First Baptist Church.
Joining Williams on the executive committee is George Piersol, II, representing Newberry County, now serving as vice chairman, and William I. West of Greenwood, who is treasurer.
	George Piersol, II George Piersol, II was appointed to represent Newberry County in 1995. A State Farm agent, he has made his home in Silverstreet for more than 20 years. He holds membership in the Rotary Club, Luthermen and Newberry Booster Club. He has presided over his church council. With a firm belief that technical education is an affordable choice for high-quality preparation for the world of work, he vigorously recommends stronger financial support for the college.
	William I. West West, a 2000 appointee, retired as vice president at Fuji Photo Film, Inc. He is also a member of PTC’s Foundation Board and holds leadership positions in a number of civic organizations, including the Emerald City Rotary Club, Greenwood Chamber of Commerce and the Manufacturers Steering Committee of the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce. At Clemson University, he is a member of the Industrial Engineering Advisory Committee and the Packaging Science Advisory Committee.
	Cherry Houston Brown Brown, a representative of McCormick County, is currently the director of Behavior Health Services at John de la Howe School. She has more than 23 years of experience working with behavior disordered children. An active member of her community, Brown is presently representing McCormick County as a member of the Cornerstone board of commission. Brown represented District 1 on the McCormick County Council from 1990-1998. During her time on the council Brown helped lead improvements for the nursing home, water installation and a number of other community-based projects. She also served on the Upper Savannah Council of Government during her tenure as a council member. She has also served on various community boards, including the library, literacy and was a prior board member of Cornerstone. She represented McCormick County on PTC’s Board of Visitors and has served as president of McCormick Middle School PTA. Brown served the Mims Community Center for more than 10 years. Brown is former resident of Williston, SC, which is in Barnwell County.
	Y.J. Ahn A representative of Greenwood County is Y.J.Ahn. He is plant manager of Hanson-Richtex Brick in Ninety Six. An active leader in the community, he serves on the board of directors of the Greenwood Area Chamber of Commerce, the Greenwood Partnership Initiative Committee, the Greenwood Area CEO Roundtable and the Advisory Board of the South Carolina Rehabilitation Committee. He currently chairs the CEO Roundtable.
	Dr. George P. Cone, Jr. Dr. George P. Cone, Jr., who is a physician with Greenwood Internal Medicine, also represents Greenwood County. He is a member of numerous professional organizations, including Greenwood County Medical Society, the South Carolina Medical Association and the American Society of Internal Medicine. He formerly served as chief of staff at Self Memorial Hospital, a member of the board of directors of SCMA and is a past president of the Greenwood Medical Society.
	Peter Manning Peter Manning, an attorney, represents Greenwood County as well. He is also an active member of the college’s foundation board. His business experience is extensive and encompasses law, accounting and lecturing. Admitted to practice in Federal District Court for the District of South Carolina and United States Tax Court, he is also a Certified Public Accountant. A member of the American and South Carolina Bar Associations, he is also actively involved in the South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The American Institute of CPAs designated him a Personal Financial Specialist. From 1984 to 1988, he worked as a tax advisor for C.C. McGregor & Co. and as a tax manager for Elliott, Davis & Co. from 1988 to 1993. He joined Burns, McDonald, Bradford, Patrick and Tinsley Law Firm as an associate in 1993 and withdrew as a partner in 1998 to establish The Manning Law Firm, P.A.
	Emma Goodwin Recently-retired as a fifth grade teacher at Long Cane Elementary, Emma Goodwin represents Abbeville County. She also plays a leadership role in her community. As a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, she has supported the goals of the organization and guided the community support arm as financial secretary. At Long Cane A.M.E. Church, she leads the efforts in budgetary procedures as financial analyst.
	Jane J. Herlong Jane Jenkins Herlong of Johnston represents Edgefield County, and she is a professional speaker, singer, recording artist and author. She criss-crosses the country sharing her down-home, Southern humor. She was awarded the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation in July and continues to entertain audiences with her multi-talented presentations. This former "Miss South Carolina" averaged more than 250 presentations over a five-year period, and she has spoken in several foreign countries, including New Zealand and Germany.
	Randy E. Garrett Garrett was appointed to represent Laurens County in June 2006. The Director of Government Affairs for Lauren Electric Cooperative, Inc., he has made his home in Laurens for more than 30 years. He attended Laurens District 55 county schools and holds membership in the Laurens County 100 Club, Laurens First Baptist Church, Commerce Club, Upstate SC Alliance, SCEDA, IPTAY, and the Chamber of Commerce. He has presided over Fountain Inn, Simpsonville, and Laurens Chamber of Commerces, Laurens County Future Initiatives, YMCA as CVO, Leadership Laurens County, Leadership Golden Strip, and Masonic Lodge #19 in Laurens. With a firm belief that the business community can benefit from what Piedmont Technical College has to offer, he plans to vigorously work to make sure companies are helping their businesses and employees.
	Steve Lamb Lamb was appointed to represent Laurens County in June 2007. The Co-owner of Cooper Motor Company was raised in Greenville County and is a graduate of Clemson University. He has been a resident of Laurens County since 1983. He is a board member of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce and the Clinton Economic Development Corporation. Impressed by the faculty, staff and students he has met from Piedmont Technical College, Lamb is excited about being on the Board of the Area Commission. He has hired graduates who have done phenomenal work in his company and knows firsthand how PTC enhances the business community. He plans to work hard in Laurens County to keep that partnership with the college thriving.
	William A. Whitfield Whitfield replaced Dr. Ruby P. Herlong as Saluda  County representative. He retired as principal of Saluda High School and owns Saluda Tractor and Equipment Company. He was in vocational education for 16 years prior to his 16 years as principal. He is treasurer of Saluda Young Farmers, a commissioner of the Saluda Soil and Water Conservation District and holds membership in the Saluda County Cattlemen’s Association. He also maintains leadership positions in Saluda Baptist Church, including the Board of Deacons and the Building Committee, which he chairs.