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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda- 05-14-20; Item 7 - Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau - Appointment Discussion 1 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: May 14, 2020 Action Agenda Item No. 7 SUBJECT: Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau —Appointment Discussion DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: Membership Roster Clerk's Office, 919-245-2130 Recommendations Application for Person Recommended Applicant Interest List Applications of Persons on the Interest List PURPOSE: To discuss an appointment to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau. BACKGROUND: The following appointment information is for Board consideration: POSITION NAME SPECIAL TYPE OF EXPIRATION NO. REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT DATE TERM 14 Elizabeth Economic First Full Term 06/30/2023 (Betsy) Development Staff Bertram — Town of Carrboro NOTE - If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancies remain: POSITION POSITION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION NO. DESIGNATION DATE 10 Alliance/Hist. 12/31/2022 This position has been vacant since Hillsborough 12/31/2019. FINANCIAL IMPACT: None SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: Enable Full Civic Participation. Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. 2 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact associated with this item. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss an appointment to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau. 3 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Meeting Times: 8:00 am third Wed.,monthly,no meeting in July/December Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Meeting Place: location varies Contact Phone: 919-245-4328 Positions: 17 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Description: All members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. The Visitors Bureau is charged with developing and coordinating visitor services in Orange County. It also implements marketing programs that will enhance the economic activity and quality of life in the community. Ms. Pam Hemminger 1 First Appointed: 09/17/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/17/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill Town Council Number of Terms: 1 Dixon Pitt 2 First Appointed: 09/17/2019 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/17/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Comm Number of Terms: David Brooks 3 First Appointed: 12/12/2017 Gender Identity: Male Township: Cedar Grove Current Appointment: 12/12/2017 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: Orange County/Hillsborough Chamber of Number of Terms: 1 Mrs. Tanya Moore 4 First Appointed: 01/22/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 01/22/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: UNC-Chapel Hill Number of Terms: 1 Anthony Carey 5 Chair First Appointed: 05/16/2017 Gender Identity: Male Township: Alamance County Current Appointment: 12/12/2017 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: Economic Development Advisory Board- Number of Terms: 1 Kayla Austin 6 First Appointed: 02/07/2017 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/10/2020 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: NC High School Athletic Association Number of Terms: 2 Monday,May 04,2020 Page 1 4 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Meeting Times: 8:00 am third Wed.,monthly,no meeting in July/December Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Meeting Place: location varies Contact Phone: 919-245-4328 Positions: 17 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Mark Bell 7 First Appointed: 02/16/2016 Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 03/10/2020 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Hillsborough Twnsp Expiration: 12/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough Board of Commiss Number of Terms: 2 Mr Sam Vadgama 8 First Appointed: 09/17/2019 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 09/17/2019 Ethnic Background: Asian American Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: O/C Lodging Assoc. Number of Terms: 1 Ms. Lydia Lavelle 9 First Appointed: 05/16/2017 Gender Identity: Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/10/2020 Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: Carrboro Board of Aldermen. Number of Tetras: 2 VACANT 10 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: Alliance/Hist.Hillsborough Number of Terms: Mark Sherburne 11 First Appointed: 02/16/2016 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 01/22/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: O/C Lodging Assoc. Number of Terms: 2 Tim Hoke 12 First Appointed: 04/25/2016 Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/12/2017 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: O.C.Arts Commission Number of Terms: 1 Monday,May 04,2020 Page 2 5 Board and Commission Members And Vacant Positions Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Meeting Times: 8:00 am third Wed.,monthly,no meeting in July/December Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox Meeting Place: location varies Contact Phone: 919-245-4328 Positions: 17 Length:3 years Terms: 2 Anita "Spring" Council 13 First Appointed: 09/17/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/10/2020 Ethnic Background: African American Resid/Spec Req: Ex-officio Expiration: 12/31/2022 Age Range: Special Repr: Economic Development Staff-Town of Number of Terms: 1 VACANT 14 First Appointed: Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment: Ethnic Background: Resid/Spec Req: Ex-officio Expiration: 06/30/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: Economic Development Staff-Town of Number of Terms: Mr. Matt Gladdek 15 First Appointed: 09/17/2019 Gender Identity: Male Township: Eno Current Appointment: 09/17/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Ex-officio Expiration: 06/30/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership Staff Number of Terms: Libbie Hough 16 First Appointed: 03/08/2018 Gender Identity: Female Township: Bingham Current Appointment: 01/22/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2021 Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms: 1 Jamezetta Bedford 17 First Appointed: 12/10/2019 Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/10/2019 Ethnic Background: white Resid/Spec Req: Expiration: 12/31/2020 Age Range: Special Repr: County Commissioner Number of Terms: Monday,May 04,2020 Page 3 6 ° CaRR� $ p Lydia E.Lavelle,Mayor O C X ©� Q ti April 30, 2020 Orange County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Penny Rich 200 South Cameron Street Hillsborough,NC 27278 Dear Chairwoman Rich and Board of Commissioners: Please accept my recommendation to appoint Betsy Bertram, interim Economic and Community Development Director for the Town of Carrboro, as an ex-officio representative for the Town of Carrboro Economic Development seat on the Orange County Visitor's Bureau Board of Directors. She will replace Annette Stone,who recently retired. Thank you for your consideration of her appointment Warm Regards, Lydia E. Lavelle, Mayor Town of Carrboro,North Carolina 301 WEST MAIN STREET,CARRBORO,NC 27510•(919)918-7310 www.townofcarrboro.org 1 awl HILLSBOROUGH & CARRBORO ORANGE COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU May 6, 2020 To: Board of Orange County Commissioners From: Laurie Paolicelli, Director of Visitors Bureau Re: Betsy Bertram Commissioners: Currently the Visitors Bureau has an opening on its Advisory Board for a Carrboro Economic Development role as a result of the recent retirement of Ms. Annette Stone. We are pleased to see a recommendation by Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle to appoint Betsy Bertram, interim Economic and Community Development Director for the Town of Carrboro, as an ex-officio representative for the Town of Carrboro Economic Development seat. Betsy is a longtime resident and business manager in Carrboro and her experience will bring a helpful perspective now. Thank you for your consideration. 8 Page 1 of 1 Elizabeth (Betsy) Bertram Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Elizabeth (Betsy) Bertram Name Called: Home Address: 300 Oak Avenue A Carrboro NC 27510 Phone: 919-900-0032 Email: elizabeth.bertram1 @gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2000 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: None Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: See recommendation letters. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: See recommendation letters. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: See recommendation letters. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 5/4/2020 11:25:06 AM Date Printed: 5/4/2020 9 Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name Contact Person: Leslie Wilcox Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Contact Phone: 919-245-4328 Manish Atma Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 09/05/2019 Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill Age Range Res.Eligibility: Also Serves On: Elizabeth(Betsy) Bertram Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 05/04/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits Also Serves On: Mrs. Lili Engelhardt Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 12/12/2019 Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: Carrboro City Limits Also Serves On: Dr. Gary Miller Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 02/28/2020 Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill Age Range 35-59 Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Mr. Robert Morgan Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 12/12/2019 Ethnic Background: white Township: Cheeks Age Range 60+ Res.Eligibility: County Also Serves On: Mr. John Singletary Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/04/2019 Ethnic Background: white Township: Chapel Hill Age Range Res.Eligibility: C.H.City Limits Also Serves On: Monday,May 04,2020 Page 1 of 1 10 Page 1 of 2 Manish Atma Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Manish Atma Name Called: Home Address: 10447 Swain Chapel Hill NC 27517 Phone (Day): 919-969-2728 Phone (Evening): 704-361-3930 Phone (Cell): 704-361-3930 Email: manish@atmahotelgroup.com Place of Employment: Atma Hotel Group Job Title: Owner/ Operator Year of OC Residence: 2006 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Sex: Male Ethnic Background: Asian American Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: SECU House Board Member IHG Hotels-Owners Advisory Council Hilton Hotels-Owners Advisory Council Chapel Hill - Carrboro Chamber of Commerce UNC Ram s Club Member Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: None Listed Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Grew up in the hospitality industry working at family hotel since age 9. Current owner of 9 hotels in NC, 4 feed the Orange County Market of which 2 are phycially located in the Orange County CVB District- Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: There are currently no hotle owner/operators on the CVB Board. I believe I would bring a different perspective on hotel operations and tourism versus a General Manager. Atma Hotel Group is based in Chapel Hill, so I am invested in the market long term. Conflict of Interest: Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: 11 Page 2 of 2 Manish Atma Other Comments: This application was current on: 9/5/2019 Date Printed: 9/5/2019 12 Page 1 of 2 Lili Engelhardt Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mrs. Lili Engelhardt Name Called: Home Address: 303 Lake Hogan Farm Road Chapel Hill NC 27516 Phone: 919 923 2844 Email: lili@engelhardt.com Year of OC Residence: 2009 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: Carrboro City Limits Gender Identity: Female Ethnic Background: Asian American Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: With the effort required to launch our new business, I have been forced to curtail my community and organizational work. That being said, community involvement has always been core to my values. Some of my past work includes: 2017 - Published Down syndrome portrait book as fundraiser for Anna s Angels, Gigi s Playhouse, and the Triangle Down Syndrome Network 2015 - 2017 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Leadership Team 2015 - 2017 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle - Board of Directors 2011-21017 - Lili Engelhardt Fine Art donated over $750,000 of goods and services to local non profits 2001 - NY City Partnership and ReSTART Central - Helped companies affected by 9/11 recover and helped allocate grant money to affected businesses 2001 - Helped create This is New York, a photography book that chronicled the rise and fall of the Twin Towers. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I have an MBA and strong analytical skills that can be used in analyzing proposals and evaluating marketing plans. I have traveled throughout the world extensively, lived /worked in several countries as well as cities throughout the US, and have many points of reference for what different travelers are looking for and may appreciate/remember. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: 13 Page 2 of 2 Lili Engelhardt I want to get involved in the community and help continue to make it a desirable destination and look for ways to grow its appeal even more. The work that I am doing with frolyk ties in closely with the goal of the Orange County Visitor s bureau to bring people to Orange County and to show them what an amazing place it is. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: My art background has been primarily in the visual arts with photography as a focus. I have been involved in photography for twenty years, running a studio for five years, and now doing primarily on-site studio work. I am passionate about art as a way of helping people see deeper, understand more, and connect more authentically. I am a strong believer in public art and building community and connection through art. I don't know if this contributes to the diversity of viewpoints... I hope so. Please feel free to ask more questions if this does not answer your question or if you would like more information. I am passionate about art and would love to help. Conflict of Interest: Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I hold an MBA and a BA in applied mathematics and economics. This plus my experience in investment banking, technology market development and strategic planning have given me a strong background in business analysis. I have worked in companies of many different sizes from large corporations and mid sized companies to small companies and ground floor startups. Having run startups in Orange County, I have a strong understanding of the issues Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I would like to get involved to help small businesses flourish in Orange County. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: Arts Commission Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I ran a successful portrait studio for six years in Chapel Hill. I understand what it is like to work in the art world in Orange County. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am a strong believer in the arts and the importance of the arts in the community and in education. I come from a family of artists (oil painter and sculptor, musicians)and art has been fundamental to how I see the world. It is important to me to see the arts flourish in a world where they often get left behind. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 12/12/2019 Date Printed: 12/12/2019 14 Page 1 of 2 Gary Miller Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Dr. Gary Miller Name Called: Home Address: 417 Hickory Drive Chapel Hill NC 27517 Phone: 919-428-7469 Email: garyalanmiller@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 1994 Township of Residence: Zone of Residence: Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: White Age Range: 35-59 Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: 10 years of NC state service working at UNC Chapel Hill (departed role in January 2020) with memberships in the NC Career Development Association and NC Association of Colleges and Employers. Previous volunteer for Triangle Nonprofit and Leadership Center (trainer for Service Enterprise Initiative). Attendee of Chapel Hill and Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce events. Soon-to-be member of Orange/Chatham Association of Realtors. Currently establishing new professional life (Chapel Hill Notary, Cozy Home Photography, and soon to be Realtor/Broker). Very excited to have a more flexible schedule that will allow me to be a bigger part of the community now! *Note on Orange County residency. First lived here 1994-1999, moved away and returned to Durham County from 2008-2014, then Orange County again from 2017 to present. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: I have not have the opportunity to serve on an Advisory Board in the past and am very excited to now have a schedule that allows for more commitment to the community. Boards/Commissions applied for: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Having lived in Orange County off and on since 1994, 1 have longevity that allows me to speak about the dynamic nature of the area and the amazing growth and development it has seen over the years. I have been involved with the University, the music community, and the local schools (my son is a 5th grader at Ephesus elementary) and can speak broadly about them with ease. As the former Executive Director of University Career Services at UNC, I have considerable familiarity with the business sector in the county. As I transition my professional life, I seek even further community connection. I have advanced communication and social media skills, motivation and desire, organizational and outreach skills, and time to dedicate to the cause! 15 Page 2 of 2 Gary Miller Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: As likely goes without saying for anyone applying to a board, it is my genuine desire to contribute to the community and deepen the experience of living in this wonderful area. I can think of no greater way to do that than through advocacy and support of the Visitor s Bureau. This area has wonderful arts, music, nature, sports, educational, commerce, and historic experiences that make it a great place to both live and visit. It would be an honor to be able to participate in helping raise the profile, spread the word, and carry out the goals of the Visitors Bureau. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: As someone who has technically been a new resident of the area three different times, I am able to both speak to the changes of the area over time and to see the area with fresh eyes. I have lived in rural Orange County(near Murphy School Road), in Carrboro, and now in Chapel Hill (Little Ridgefield neighborhood), and I am a fierce advocate of the positive aspects of the County. Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 2/28/2020 6:11:26 PM Date Printed: 3/2/2020 16 Page 1 of 2 Robert Morgan Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Robert Morgan Name Called: Home Address: 1820 Dimmocks Mill Road Hillsborough NC 27278 Phone: 8288593188 Email: rwmtryon@gmail.com Year of OC Residence: 2017 Township of Residence: Cheeks Zone of Residence: County Gender Identity: Male Ethnic Background: white Age Range: 60+ Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: History & Archive Committee - St. Matthews Episcopal Church Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: While living in Polk County, NC I was a member and chair of the Economic and Tourism Development Commission. Also, I served as a member, Treasurer and Vice Chair of the Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry. While living in suburban Chicago I was a member & Chair of the Joseph Sears School (Public Elementary school) Boards/Commissions applied for: Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT) Background, education and experience relevant to this board: I served as a member& Chair of the Polk County(NC) Economic &Tourism Commission. During my membership a group of private investors selected Polk County as the location for a $100+million equestrian facility. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I believe my past experience in Polk County would make me an effective member of this board. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: 17 Page 2 of 2 Robert Morgan Affordable Housing Advisory Board Background, education and experience relevant to this board: As a member of the Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry Board &volunteer we were constantly concerned about affordable housing in Polk County. TBOM had been directly involved in the construction of a low cost housing facility in Polk County, prior to my membership but our Board maintained a direct contact in the management of the facility. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: Availability of decent, affordable, housing is fundamental to the functioning of a community. I am particularly concerned that public service employees (police, firemen, etc) be able to afford to live in the community. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: While living in Polk County(NC) I served as Board Member and Treasurer of The Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry(A private organization serving the needs of less fortunate residents of Polk County). During my tenure we made a thorough study of the possibility of offering affordable housing to our clients. Further, I am a "team player" believing that through teamwork and respect for the ideas of others the best results are found. If I can provide further information, please let me know. I remain hopeful I can be of service to the citizens of Orange County. Conflict of Interest: Durham Technical Community College Board of Trustees Background, education and experience relevant to this board: Blessed by an outstanding technical education (M.I.T.)&graduate education (MBA-Wharton) I have always believed in the need for continuing education on the part of those interested in having a fulfilling life both for their vocation as well as general knowledge. On a different level I served as a school board member and president of an outstanding elementary school in suburban Chicago. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: To participate in assuring continuing education to those who seek it. Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: Conflict of Interest: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/7/2020 Date Printed: 1/7/2020 18 Page 1 of 2 John Singletary Volunteer Application Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions Name: Mr. John Singletary Name Called: Home Address: 102 Beaver Dam Court Chapel Hill NC 27514 Phone (Day): 9193085575 Phone (Evening): 9193085575 Phone (Cell): 9193085575 Email: balafenn@aol.com Place of Employment: self employeed Job Title: Chef, Dance Instructor Year of OC Residence: 2016 Township of Residence: Chapel Hill Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits Sex: Male Ethnic Background: white Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: American Culinary Federation member, Triangle Tango member, Dance Instructor at Seymour Center, children are students at Phillips Middle School and East Chapel Hill High School. Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: none Boards/Commissions applied for: Orange County Parks and Recreation Council Background, education and experience relevant to this board: While I have little background in formal Parks and Recreation education, I enjoy the facilities across our county with my children and my dog. I am a citizen of Orange County, and was born in Durham, splitting my time between the two. I have a BA in Management, and work well in teams. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I want our county to continue to grow without sacrificing its identity as a green place to live, visit, and do business. I see P & R as an integral part of community planning, resource management, and fiscal responsibility. Conflict of Interest: My dog and my children may sway my perceptions of safety, but I have been known to be impartial overall. 19 Page 2 of 2 John Singletary Board of Health Background, education and experience relevant to this board: BA in Culinary Management, Chef for over 20 years in and around the Triangle area, educator in a culinary school teaching safety and sanitation for 8 years, father is a local physician, mother is a retired realtor, knowledge of many varied areas concerning public and business health. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I wish to see Orange County continue to thrive as a destination for education, vocation, and residential life. Health Board decisions are a line of defense and invitation to many businesses and citizens. Maintaining the integrity of our county starts with those in charge of its public, private, and business health. Conflict of Interest: Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Background, education and experience relevant to this board: BA in Culinary Management, Chef for over 20 years in and around the Triangle area, educator in a culinary school teaching safety and sanitation for 8 years, father is a local physician, mother is a retired realtor, knowledge of many varied areas concerning Chapel Hill and the surrounding areas. Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: I am an active promoter of Chapel Hill, have worked in sales, education, and business my whole life. I have children in the CHCCS school district and have an interest in continuing the growth of our city and county. Proper promotion, internal and external, is the main way to keep our area vibrant and growing appropriately. Conflict of Interest: Eventually, years down the road, I am looking to open a small local business that would fit well in Chapel Hill or Hillsborough. Supplemental Questions: Boards/Commissions appointments: Other Comments: This application was current on: 1/4/2019 2:56:32 PM Date Printed: 9/5/2019