Javy joins GCCA with nearly a decade of non-profit arts administration experience. Starting his non-profit career in fundraising and development, Javy has been able to build off of his community relationships and partnerships to craft impactful programs across the mediums of visual arts, performing arts, STEAM education, health and wellness education, and community activism. As a professional performance artist, Javy has worked on the creation and production of theatre for young audiences both in the Upstate of South Carolina and in Los Angeles, California. With a degree in Communications and Public Relations, Javy has a passion for creating meaningful community connections and fostering opportunities for community members and artists, alike, to live more enriching, inspirational, imaginative lives in Greenville!

Alicia, a native of Arlington, Texas, grew up in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Metalsmithing and Jewelry from the University of North Texas in Denton. Prior to relocating, Alicia served as a Facilities Administrator in the financial services sector in Plano, Texas, where she also earned her certification in Office Ergonomics.

Now based in Greer, Alicia brings her passion for creativity and community to her role at GCCA, where she actively contributes to various projects. Outside of work, she maintains an active art practice from her home studio, focusing on illustration, acrylic painting, and metalsmithing.

Alicia enjoys life in South Carolina with her husband, son, and three cats. She is excited to explore new opportunities in the Greenville area and collaborate with the vibrant local arts community.

Hailey Chapman is a native of Greenville, South Carolina. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Management from Clemson University. As a lifelong practicing artist, she is deeply passionate about identifying meaningful connections between art and psychology. Following her graduation from Clemson, Hailey relocated to North Carolina, where she cultivated her professional experience with a non-profit organization, gaining skills in Graphic Design, hospitality, and customer service. She is highly adept at managing an exceptional guest experience from start to finish.

Upon returning to Greenville and joining the team at GCCA, Hailey hopes to become a more active participant in Greenville’s thriving arts community and to make a positive impact in the lives of others, even through the simplest of interactions.