Our Leadership Team
Stoney Sellars
President and CEO
Passionate about enhancing peoples’ lives through leveraging technology and process, Stoney founded StoneLaurel under the name Technology Project Management in 1994. Prior to establishing StoneLaurel, he was responsible for enterprise project management of large technology and operations projects at NCNB/NationsBank (now Bank of America), and served in the U.S. Air Force where he developed, implemented, and supported secure telecommunications systems worldwide. When he isn’t leading StoneLaurel or developing new projects in the Charlotte area, Stoney loves to spend time with his wife and three children, read good books, and hike in the wilderness. A native of North Carolina, Stoney grew up on a farm and is still a country boy at heart.
George A. Williams, Jr
Chief Integration Officer
George has served StoneLaurel from its inception, leading large-scale IT infrastructure deployments, product development initiatives, associate consolidations and real estate remediation efforts over the past 20+ years for a variety of national and international clients. Prior to joining StoneLaurel, George was a Vice President at Nationsbanc Services, Inc., where he managed initiatives in support of the growing company now known as Bank of America, most notably as part of the Technology Services and Management Consulting organizations. George is a very active community champion with a passion for helping to positively shape the lives of young people, and previously served on the Executive Boards of the Beatties Ford Youth Academic & Athletic Association, Community Charter School and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Carolinas in Charlotte, NC. He is also a serious sports fan and avid golfer. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from DeVry Institute of Technology. Father of two amazing young adults.
Penney Patterson
Talent Development Executive
Penney Patterson joined StoneLaurel in 2008 and she serves as Talent Development Executive. She is responsible for all areas of Human Resources Administration for the firm. She ensures that we secure the best and brightest talent and that our consultants receive best-in-class benefits. Before joining StoneLaurel, she was an Account Executive with AT & T Advertising & Publishing and owned a Nationwide Insurance Agency. Penney has extensive knowledge of both the insurance industry and employee relations fields. She is a founding member of the Board of Directors for Mid-State Magic Sports, Inc. which is a non-profit youth basketball organization. She served as a basketball coach and Business Operations Manager. Penney is active in her church, and community, and enjoys quality time with her husband, two children, and three adorable grandsons. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration from High Point University and a Human Resource Management certification from Duke University.
Fredricka Yellets
Executive Administrator
Fredricka is a native of Charleston, SC and is the glue that holds the StoneLaurel office together. She has been with the firm since 2011 and is the engine behind the scenes that ensures things run smoothly and our clients get the attention they deserve. Prior to her joining StoneLaurel, Fredricka owned and led a business where she taught children, of every socioeconomic and ethic background, to read and has spent time teaching in the public school system. Fredricka is also very involved in the community and currently sits on the board of United Negro College Fund. She can also be found setting up computer labs with organizations such as The Plaza House and Supportive Housing Community; or volunteering at the Safe Alliance, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, retirement homes, American Diabetes, or the local Men’s Shelter. She serves actively in church activities and her family tops her priority list. She is often enjoying quality time with her husband and her three wonderful sons, watching football or reading a good book.
Evoli Manning
Controller
Evoli Manning is the newest member of the StoneLaurel team in her role as Controller. She is a Charlotte local who graduated from University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2023 with her Bachelors in Accounting and Finance. Evoli has been working in the accounting industry since 2019, specializing in providing financial services to small businesses across various industries. In her free time, Evoli enjoys volunteering in her community and spending time with her friends and family.
