We are thrilled to welcome Telice Gillom as our new Chief Operations Officer (COO) and distinguished Board member at BLP. With 25 years of impressive expertise in operations, public procurement, and supply chain management,
Hailing from Akron, Ohio, Telice was raised by her pan-African great-grandparents, who instilled in her a deep appreciation for Black history and a passion for connecting with the African diaspora worldwide. A proud alumna of The Ohio State University, she has dedicated her career to designing modernization strategies, integrating emerging technologies into procurement processes, and driving cost-saving initiatives in supply chain management. Her contributions to developing best practices in procurement have earned her widespread recognition.
At BLP, our vision is to foster thriving communities where empowered people become self-reliant leaders, driving local innovation, protecting their environment, and shaping a just and sustainable future for generations. Telice’s global perspective, operational expertise, and lifelong commitment to community service align perfectly with these goals. Her leadership will enhance our capacity to form impactful partnerships, streamline operations, and drive innovative solutions that uplift communities and promote sustainability.
Join us in extending a warm welcome to Telice Gillom! We are excited to see how her strategic vision and dedication will amplify BLP’s mission and vision, inspiring transformative change and new opportunities for growth. Accompanying this announcement is Telice’s photo, which we invite you to view to put a face to the name of our new COO.
Follow Telice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tgillom/
Warm regards,
Franco Bonghan
Executive Director – BLP