LeMoyne-Owen College proudly welcomes State Representative Torrey C. Harris as Chief Officer of Corporate, Foundation, and Major Gifts. Representative Harris’s leadership will play a critical role in strengthening corporate and foundation relationships, growing major gifts, and advancing the college’s mission and long-term impact.
In addition to serving District 91 in the Tennessee House of Representatives, Harris brings 15 years of esteemed leadership and experience in strategic initiatives, advocacy, and public service.
Representative Torrey C. Harris
Harris’s experience also stems from his position as Chief Strategic Advisor at Couth Innovation Group in Nashville since 2025, and he previously served in leadership roles in Friends for All, CHOICES, and Shelby County Government.
“On behalf of the Office of Institutional Advancement, we are thrilled to have Representative Harris join our team,” said Dr. Rosalyn Nichols, Vice President of Donor Prospect and Strategic Engagement. “Together we will continue the legacy of securing financial support to educate and equip students who transform our world.”
“Our college community is excited about Representative Harris’s appointment as we continue our focus on strengthening partnerships, building pathways for student success, and transforming our community. He brings vision and dedication to uplift the mission of LeMoyne-Owen College, and we look forward to the significant impact that will be cultivated through this essential role,” said Dr. Christopher B. Davis, President of LeMoyne-Owen College.