Our Leadership
Meet the dedicated individuals who guide our mission to support Avery County's long-term recovery and community resilience.
Board of Directors 2026
Our board provides strategic oversight and governance to ensure our organization effectively serves the community.
Executive Committee
Nancy Owen
Vice Chair
Term: 2025-2027
Hayden Breckenridge
Treasurer
Term: 2025-2027
Julian Greene
Secretary
Term: 2025-2027
Board Members
Dennis Aldridge
Term: 2026-2028
Russ Robinson
Term: 2025-2027
Shy Fecteau
Term: 2025-2027
Robin Ollis
Term: 2026-2028
Dr. Bill Jones
Term: 2026-2028
Sally Loftis
Term: 2026
Committee Chairs
Our committee chairs lead specialized teams focused on key areas of community recovery and support.
Legal
Russ Robinson
Finance
Hayden Breckenridge
Disaster Preparedness
Julian Greene
Roads and Bridges
Robin Ollis
Communications
Shy Fecteau
Avery County Long-Term Recovery Group Organization Chart
Project Manager
James Eury
Disaster Case Management Supervisor
(Open Position)
Disaster Case Manager
Elizabeth Damico
Disaster Case Navigator
Abby Chandra
Avery, Mitchell, Yancey Shared Roles
Paid by ARC Grant
Tri-County Controller
Teresa Huffman
Tri-County Part-Time Grant Writer
Suzette Stoutenberg
Tri-County Part-Time Grant Writer
Salimah Rashied