“We are honored to welcome Stewart McLaurin and Tom Nash to the Board of Trustees,” said Barbara Marshall ‘72, Chair of the Board. “Both bring distinguished experience and a deep commitment to service that align with Catawba’s mission and vision. Their insights and guidance will be invaluable as we continue to move the College forward.”
McLaurin, a North Carolina native, has led the White House Historical Association since 2014. Under his leadership, the organization has expanded its educational and preservation initiatives and significantly broadened its national impact. With decades of experience in nonprofit management and public affairs, McLaurin is widely respected for his commitment to civic engagement and historical education. He serves on the Metropolitan Club Preservation Foundation, the National Trust of Scotland USA, and is a member of the Charleston Symposium Advisory Board. He was also a founding member of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation. McLaurin lives in the DC area.
Nash is the founder and president of NGE Services, Inc., a Charlotte-based specialized contractor providing safe and high-quality right-of-way clearing and maintenance, access road construction, and site grading throughout the Southeast. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, Nash is known for his entrepreneurial leadership and dedication to community and workforce development. He has served on the Board of 230 S Tryon and the Board of the Charlotte City Club. Nash has been a member of Catawba’s Board of Visitors for over 15 years. He is a 1987 graduate of Catawba with a degree in Business Administration. He resides in Uptown Charlotte with his wife, Razida.
The addition of McLaurin and Nash comes at a dynamic time for the College, as Catawba continues to expand its academic offerings, invest in campus facilities, and strengthen its commitment to student success.
The board is responsible for providing governance and oversight of Catawba College, as well as identifying, delivering, and acting upon matters of strategic importance to the College’s well-being and achieving its mission and goals. Catawba’s Board of Trustees is composed of both Catawba alumni and non-alumni members who represent a diverse range of professional and personal backgrounds, bringing varied viewpoints and coming from various geographic regions.
