Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team of professionals is here to guide you on your career path into healthcare and they are committed to providing you with the tools you need to succeed.

Janet Belew
Academia Nursing Student Coordinator

 

Janet Belew is a native of Coward, SC, and a graduate of Lake City High School. Janet recently obtained her Nursing Assistant Certificate and works PRN as an MST on the Oncology floor at McLeod Health. In her 22 years with McLeod Health, Janet has had many opportunities for growth. Her previous positions in the Collections Department led to management and leadership positions within the organization. Janet has earned the prestigious McLeod Health Merit Award. Her hobbies include fishing, cooking, and horses.

 

Rebekkah Chilton
Academic Allied Health Student Coordinator

 

Rebekkah Chilton is a native of Lake City, SC, and a graduate of Lake City High School. Rebekkah is a licensed Massage Therapist from Central Carolina Technical College. Prior to becoming an Academic Allied Health Student Coordinator, Rebekkah was an Administrative Assistant for AHEC at McLeod Health, Operations Manager – Recruiting & Onboarding Lead for NC, SC, TN at Kelly Educational Staffing, and SC Retirement Benefits & ACA Specialist for Florence School District One. Rebekkah’s current hobbies include fostering dogs from local animal shelters, spending time with her family, and going to auctions.

 

Charity Gerald
Director of Recruiting & Workforce Development

 

Charity Gerald is a Florence, SC native and graduate of South Florence High School. She is a Registered Nurse with 23 years of healthcare experience and a graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina. Charity has worked with McLeod Health for 15 years. Prior to becoming a member of the McLeod Health Human Resources team, she worked as a Director of Nursing in the ICU, Progressive Care, and Medical units. She is a Palmetto Gold Award recipient and has also earned the prestigious McLeod Health Merit Award. Charity has a Master’s in Business Administration/Healthcare Administration and is currently working to obtain SHRM certification. Charity’s hobbies include spending time with her family, drawing, painting, singing, and traveling.

 

Jennifer Hedinger
Academic and Student Coordinator

 

Jennifer Hedinger is from Ocean Isle Beach, NC with over 20 years of experience in Workforce Development. She is new to the McLeod family, relocating from Cleveland, Ohio. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Radford University in Virginia and a Masters in Adult Learning and Development from Cleveland State University. Her experience includes teaching, career coaching, workforce program management, and resource development.  Partnerships Jennifer has coordinated in previous positions include the Cleveland Clinic, Cuyahoga County Board of Health, and MetroHealth Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio. She has also been a collaborative partner in Bridges Out of Poverty initiatives with Case Western Reserve University’s Center for Community Health Integration, addressing social determinants of health. Jennifer enjoys time with her family, reading, and traveling.

 

Ingrid Cherry
HR Manager Workforce Development

 

Ingrid Cherry is a native of Mount Pleasant, SC, and a graduate of Wando High School. She is a Human Resource professional with 13 years of combined experience in Talent Acquisition and Workforce Development. A 2011 graduate of Francis Marion University, Ingrid earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. She holds a Master of Science in Leadership and Human Resource Development with a Concentration in Workforce Development from Louisiana State University graduating in May 2023. Ingrid currently holds her SHRM-CP certification through the Society of Human Resource Management and her Certified Workforce Development Professional Certification through the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals. Ingrid is also a 2022 McLeod Merit Award recipient. Hobbies include hosting events, running a small business with her husband, and spending time with her family.

 

Dr. Anna D’Addario
Health Career Program Coordinator for High School Students

 

Dr. Anna D’Addario is a Navy veteran and has retired as a career Podiatrist from the Veterans Health Administration. She has experience teaching at both high school and collegiate levels. Anna came to Myrtle Beach to retire but has since found her dream job here at McLeod Health, which combines both her passions for medicine and teaching. Anna keeps busy with yoga and traveling with family. 

 

Dr. Deon Evans
Health Careers Program Coordinator – Poynor Healthcare Innovation

 

Dr. Deon Evans is a native of Lynchburg, SC, and a graduate of Timmonsville High School. After earning his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Francis Marion University in 2013, he served 10 years in the U.S. Army as a Human Resources Officer, medically retiring at the rank of Captain. He has since served as a Career Center Director at Francis Marion University and a Management and Program Analyst at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Deon obtained a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Human Resources Management in 2023. His hobbies include spending time with family, traveling, serving the church and community, and mentoring the youth.

 

Cara Digiuseppe
Workforce Development Coordinator 

 

Cara Digiuseppe is a proud graduate of the University of South Carolina, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications. Born in Charleston, SC and raised in NJ, she brings a unique blend of Southern charm and Northeastern energy to everything she does. Cara is passionate about building strong community ties and fostering meaningful connections.
With a heart for service and a love for animals, Cara is deeply involved in community outreach initiatives. Whether she’s volunteering, networking, or cheering on her beloved Gamecocks during football season, she thrives on bringing people together and making a positive impact.

 

Christian Singletary
Workforce Development Specialist

 

Christian Singletary, a Florence, SC native, has been a member of the McLeod family since 2022.  His career with McLeod started in the Consolidated Service Center department where he worked as both a picker and a receiver before joining the Workforce Development team. Christian looks forward to broadening his scope and growing not only professionally but personally with his new position. Christian graduated from Francis Marion University in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in history with a minor in African American Studies. His hobbies include spending time with family, listening to music, and creating memories with his girlfriend, Jazmine, and their dog, Luna.