HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 11-11-2021; 3 - Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau – Appointment Discussion
ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date:November 11, 2021
Action Agenda
Item No. 3
SUBJECT: Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau – Appointments Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S):
Recommendations
Member and Applicant Summary Sheet
Applications for Persons Recommended
Applications of Other Applicants
Membership Roster
Applicant Interest List
INFORMATION CONTACT:
Clerk’s Office, 919-245-2130
PURPOSE: To consider appointments to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau.
BACKGROUND: The Chapel Hill Orange County 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.
The Board of County Commissioners appoints all 17 members, with representation from specific
entities and fields.
The following applicants are recommended for Board consideration:
NAME POSITION
DESCRIPTION
TYPE OF
APPOINTMENT
TERM
EXPIRATION
DATE
Pam
Hemminger
Chapel Hill Town
Council
Representative
Second Full Term 12/31/2024
Tanya Moore UNC Chapel Hill
Representative
Second Full Term 12/31/2024
Lili Engelhardt At-Large First Full Term 12/31/2024
Heidi Werner
Dawson
OC Lodging
Association
Representative
First Full Term 12/31/2024
If the individuals listed above are appointed, no vacancies remain.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goal is applicable to
this item:
GOAL: 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal
impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss appointments to
the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau.
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Visitors Bureau
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau 501 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
www.visitchapelhill.org (919) 968-2060
A Division of Orange County, NC
October 29, 2021
To: Laura Jensen
Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners
200 South Cameron Street
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Dear Laura,
The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau advisory board has five seats
about to expire on December 31, 2021. Four of these seats are eligible for re-
appointment.
The CHOCVB Membership Committee has reviewed their four seats eligible for re-
appointment and would like to recommend the re-appointment of Pam
Hemminger (Chapel Hill Town Council seat 1), Tanya Moore (UNC Chapel Hill seat
4), and Lili Engelhardt (At-Large seat 16). The CHOCVB Membership Committee is
reviewing candidates for seat #8 - O/C Lodging Association hotel under 100 rooms
seat 8 and will provide a recommendation for that position on our board when
that has been decided.
Additionally, the CHOCVB Membership Committee has reviewed the current list
of applicants and recommends the appointment of Heidi Werner Dawson,
Director of Sales and Marketing with The Carolina Inn to seat #11 (O/C Lodging
Association hotel greater than 100 rooms). This candidate has excellent tourism
and hospitality interests, background, and experience that would add nicely to
the board’s perspective and discussion.
Sincerely,
Laurie Paolicelli
Director, Visitors Bureau
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Name Member or Applicant?Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on
Anita "Spring" Council Member Female African American Chapel Hill
Anthony Carey Member Male Other Chapel Hill
Aubrey Williams Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Beverly Payne Member Female Native American 60+
Daniel Mayer Member Male White Chapel Hill
Jon Hartman-Brown Member Male White 18-34 Chapel Hill
Kayla Dempsey Member Female White Chapel Hill
Lili Engelhardt Member Female Asian American 35-59 Chapel Hill
Lydia Lavelle Member Chapel Hill
Manish Atma Member Male Asian American Chapel Hill
Mark Bell Member Male White Hillsborough
Mark Sherburne Member Male White Chapel Hill
Matt Gladdek Member Male White Eno
Pam Hemminger Member Female White Chapel Hill
Sally Greene Member Female White Chapel Hill
Sharon Hill Member Female African American Chapel Hill
Tanya Moore Member Female White Chapel Hill
Heidi W. Dawson Applicant Female 35-59
Art Menius Applicant Male White 60+Little River Historic Preservation Commission
Gary Miller Applicant Male White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Board Members and Applicants
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Tanya Moore Page 1 of 2
Home Address:3 Mill Haven Ct
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:white
Sex:Female
Phone (Day):919-962-6229
Phone (Evening):919-357-8314
Phone (Cell):919-357-8314
Email:tanya_moore@unc.edu
Name:Mrs. Tanya Moore
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Durham NC 27713
Other Comments:
Place of Employment: UNC-Chapel Hill
Job Title:Senior Director of Communications Planning and S
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2001
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Board member
*Note that I have worked in Orange County since 2001. I reside in Durham.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked in the University Communications office for 17 years and oversee the UNC
Visitors Center, which thousands of visitors pass through each year. I will also oversee our
community relations efforts beginning next year.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I would like to serve on this board to continue strengthening the University s relationship with the
local community and share with the board important updates from Carolina that may affect their
work.
Conflict of Interest:
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Page 2 of 2 Tanya Moore
This application was current on:10/31/2018 11:25:17 AM Date Printed:10/31/2018
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Lili Engelhardt Page 1 of 2
Home Address:303 Lake Hogan Farm Road
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:Carrboro City Limits
Ethnic Background:Asian American
Gender Identity:Female
Phone:919 923 2844
Email:lili@engelhardt.com
Name:Mrs. Lili Engelhardt
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:2009
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:
--
Age Range:35-59
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:
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Page 2 of 2 Lili Engelhardt
Other Comments:
This application was current on:7/29/2020 Date Printed:7/29/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
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.
Conflict of Interest:
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.
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.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
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.
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
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Submit Date: Oct 29, 2021
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Orange County, NC Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
What Township do you live in?
None Selected
Property Zone
Community Involvement
Director of Sales and Marketing-The Carolina Inn-11yrs TABLE-Board Member 2012
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau: Submitted
Interests & Experiences
Relevant Experience Board #1
I have been a orange county resident 2010-2015 before moving to Cary after getting married. I have been
a part of the Chapel Hill and Carrboro community assisting with the sales and marketing effort not just for
The Carolina Inn but offering ideas and partnerships in or to develop and maintain visibility for the sales
effort for our county. I have the following relevant experience Digital Marketing Social Media Marketing
Contract Negotiation Diverse professional contacts to include national sales contacts, marketing, graphic
design, web design, photography, event services, ad agencies, non profits, NCRLA, NACE Diverse
Project Management Experience Non Profit Management (major donors)
Heidi W Dawson
heidi.werner@carolinainn.com
107 Perth Ct
Cary NC 27511
Mobile: (757) 544-1626
Heidi W Dawson
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Reasons Want to Serve Board #1
I love the Chapel Hill/Carrboro community. I have 25+ years experience in the creation and
implementation of successful marketing campaigns. In addition, I have a comprehensive understanding of
the economic activity of the community combined with strong business and social relationships. I care
about this space that we work/live in. I have been a consistent partner with our village and know that I can
offer my array of experiences and my energetic desire to see us propel ourselves into new prospects and
ideas.
Diversity of Viewpoints Board #1
NA
Conflict of Interest Board #1
nA
Relevant Experience Board #2
NA
Reasons Want to Serve Board #2
NA
Diversity of Viewpoints Board #2
NA
Conflict of Interest Board #2
nA
Reasons Want to Serve Board #3
Na
Relevant Experience Board #3
nA
Diversity of Viewpoints Board #3
Na
Conflict of Interest Board #3
Na
Past Service
This is my first time volunteering for this board
Heidi W Dawson
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Demographics
We ask your help in assuring diversity of membership by answering the following questions:
Age Range *
35-59
OC Ethnicity
None Selected
OC Gender Identity
Female
Ethics Guidelines
Ethics Guidelines for Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions *
I agree by my signature below that, if appointed, I pledge to comply with the following ethics
guidelines for advisory boards and commissions as adopted by the Orange County Board of
Commissioners.
Conflict of Interest
1. During advisory board meetings, a member shall immediately disclose any potential
conflict of interest and request to be excused from voting when he or she has a conflict of
interest.
2. During appeal proceedings, the applicant has the right to question the interest of any
voting member. The advisory board chair should consult with the County Attorney or
staff attorney on any potential conflict of interest in appeal matters.
3. In determining from existing facts and circumstances whether a conflict of interest exists
the determining party shall consider the facts and circumstances as would an ordinary
and reasonable person exercising prudence, discretion, intelligence, and due care.
Gifts
1. An advisory board member shall not directly or indirectly ask, accept, demand, exact,
solicit, seek, assign, receive, or agree to receive any gift or honorarium for the advisory
board member, or for another person, in return for being influenced in the discharge of
the advisory board member’s official responsibilities.
2. This section shall not apply to gifts or awards authorized by Orange County Policies,
Resolutions, or Ordinances.
Code of Ethics
1. Advisory board members should act with integrity and with independence from improper
influence as they exercise the functions of their offices. Characteristics and behaviors
that are consistent with this standard are:
1. Adhering firmly to a code of sound values.
2. Behaving consistently and with respect towards everyone with whom they interact.
3. Exhibiting trustworthiness.
4. Living as if they are on duty as appointed officials regardless of where they are or
what they are doing.
5. Using their best independent judgment to pursue the common good as they see it,
presenting their opinions to all in a reasonable, forthright, consistent manner.
Heidi W Dawson
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6. Remaining incorruptible, self-governing, and not subject to improper influence, while
at the same time being able to consider the opinions and ideas of others.
7. Disclosing contacts and information about issues that they receive outside of public
meetings, and refraining from seeking or receiving information about quasi-judicial
matters outside of the quasi-judicial proceedings themselves.
8. Treating other advisory boards and advisory board members and the public with
respect, and honoring the opinions of others even when they disagree.
9. Being careful not to reach conclusions on issues until all sides have been heard.
10. Showing respect for their appointed office and not behaving in ways that reflect
badly on the office, the advisory board, Orange County, or the Orange County
Board of Commissioners.
11. Recognizing that they are part of a larger group and acting accordingly.
12. Recognizing that individual board members are not generally allowed to act on
behalf of the board, but may only do so if the board specifically so authorizes, and
that the board must take official action as a body.
13. Being faithful in the performance of the duties of their offices.
14. Acting as especially responsible residents whom others can trust and respect.
15. Faithfully attending and preparing for meetings.
16. Carefully analyzing all credible information that is properly submitted to them, and
when applicable, being mindful of the need not to engage in communications
outside the meeting in quasi-judicial matters.
17. Being willing to bear their fair share of the board’s workload.
18. To the extent appropriate, they should be willing to put the board’s interests ahead
of their own and shall avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest and shall, under
no circumstances, use their position on any board for personal gain or profit.
2. Members of the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Economic Development
Commission, and Board of Equalization and Review shall upon initial appointment, and
prior to December 31 annually thereafter, disclose:
1. Any interest he or she or his or her spouse or domestic partner has in real property
situated in whole or in part in Orange County and the general description of that
property.
2. Any legal, equitable, beneficial or contractual interest he or she or his or her spouse
or domestic partner has in any business, firm or corporation, which is currently
doing business with Orange County pursuant to contracts awarded by Orange
County, or which is attempting, or has attempted in the past calendar year, to
secure the award of a bid from Orange County or the approval of any Board or
Agency of Orange County.
3. Failure to file a disclosure statement setting out the above required information shall
result in immediate removal of the member from the applicable board.
I agree with the Above Statement
By checking this box I certify that this serves as an electronic version of my signature, for
the sole purposes of this form.
I Agree
Heidi W Dawson
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Art Menius Page 1 of 3
Home Address:4720 Green Riley Road
Township of Residence: Little River
Zone of Residence:County
Ethnic Background:White
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:919-675-2787
Email:art@artmenius.com
Name: Art Menius
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Rougemont NC 27572
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:1973
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
In last year on OC Historical Commission as vice chair Just completed six years on
OUTboard, chair 2019 President, Rotary Club of Chapel Hill 2020-2021 Treasurer, Public
Gallery of Carrboro dba WCOM radio;member representative, Chapel Hill - Carrboro
Chamber of Commerce Show host, WHUP community radio
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Orange County Historical Commission (2015-2021) OUTBoard (Sept 2014 - November
2020), Chair 2019
Age Range:60+
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Marketing and sponsorship director 1997-2007 for MerleFest, building media impressions from
less than 10,000,000 to 256,000,000, while developing branding and growing event to 80,000
attendees over 4 days. Served on Wilkes County team involved in creating Blue Ridge National
Heritage Area and received National Park Service s Gateway Community training. Former
director of The ArtsCenter in Carrboro Served on and did contract work for Letcher County (KY)
Tourism Board Produced outdoor festivals and indoor concerts in NC, KY, and MD. Worked with
Owensboro-Daviess County (KY) Tourism Authority to create the IBMA Bluegrass Fan Fest and
World of Bluegrass 1985 - 1990 (both events now in Raleigh as Wide Open Bluegrass) Worked
for NC Historical Sites division 1977-1981, 1985 Facility for looking at events from the customer
perspective
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Tourism more and more will be a driver of the local economy in Orange County. I have the
experience to contribute to this effort and a well established relationship with Visitor Bureau staff
and a familiarity with their operations. As a kid growing up in Raleigh long ago, Hillsboro (as it
was spelled back then) and Chapel Hill were our primary day trip destinations. My mother s
family has lived in Orange County most of the 268 years the country has existed. Good
knowledge of Orange County history including peer reviewed work on antebellum agricultural
history and the end of the Civil War here and familiarity with historical architecture resources.
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Page 2 of 3 Art Menius
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Conflict of Interest:
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I have a strong perspective and experience in event and cultural tourism and on using the arts
and history as tourism drivers. I have considerable experience on working on tourism driving
activities and organizations in other areas. I have a life time association with rural Orange
County and an urban upbringing and am the rare individual who has lived in both southern and
quite northern Orange County.
Any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest:
Arts Commission
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked in the arts since March 1983, serving as director of The ArtsCenter in Carrboro,
Appalshop in Whitesburg, KY, and founding executive director of both the International
Bluegrass Music Association and Folk Alliance International. I spent ten years working full time
for MerleFest in marketing and sponsorship. I currently host music programs on WCOM, where I
am also board secretary, and WHUP. I formerly hosted a local arts talk show on WCHL. I have
supervised non-profit radio stations, an archival repository, theatre programs, and documentary
film producers and budgets up $3,000,000. I have nearly 50 years experience serving on non-
profit board and government commissions. I served three years on the Carrboro Arts
Commission.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I am deeply committed to the arts and to Orange County. The arts have been my life and
continue to be as one of the world s leading promoters of music to folk radio and as an artist
manager. Yet I have reached the giving back stage of my career.
Conflict of Interest:
Although the arts commission normally cannot fund the Public Gallery of Carrboro, on whose
board I shall serve until 12/31/2021, PGC did receive an emergency NCCares grant in
December 2020.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring the perspective of more than 40 years working in diverse aspects of the cultural industries
including roots, bluegrass, and Americana music, theatre, visual, documentary film, and TV. I
know both the non-profit and for profit arts worlds and have worldwide connections in the folk
arts. I have a life time association with rural Orange County and an urban upbringing and am the
rare individual who has lived in both southern and quite northern Orange County.
Historic Preservation Commission (APPLICANTS SHALL RESIDE WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
BA and MA from UNC-CH in history 3.5 years as a public sector historian for NC Dept of
Cultural Resources: Historic Sites Sections Several peer reviewed history publications Special
concentration in history of the Regulators
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have held a deep interest in the history of Orange County since childhood and conducted
original research into the Regulators for my baccalaureate honors thesis and on Scots economic
activities in late colonial Orange County in grad school. I consider O
Conflict of Interest:
Application Date:4/5/2016
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:12/28/2020 Date Printed:12/29/2020
Orange Unified Transportation Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have extensive experience in community economic development and community based
planning. In my work with Creative Carrboro, planning a proposed arts district, and with the
proposed Arts and Innovation Center I have worked closely with the Carrboro Plan
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I wish to represent the planning interests on the transportation board. In Orange, Chatham, and
Wilkes County, NC and Letcher County, KY, I have seen how transportation shapes and builds
strong communities OR undos them.
Conflict of Interest:
Application Date:10/6/2014
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Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Gary Miller Page 1 of 2
Home Address:417 Hickory Drive
Township of Residence:
Zone of Residence:
Ethnic Background:White
Gender Identity:Male
Phone:919-428-7469
Email:garyalanmiller@gmail.com
Name:Dr. Gary Miller
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill NC 27517
Name Called:
Year of OC Residence:1994
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.
Age Range:35-59
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Having lived in Orange County off and on since 1994, I 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!
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Other Comments:
This application was current on:2/28/2020 6:11:26 PM Date Printed:3/2/2020
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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.
Conflict of Interest:
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.
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox
Contact Phone:919-245-4328
Meeting Times:8:00 am third Wed., monthly, no meeting in July/December
Positions:17 Terms:2
Meeting Place:location varies
Length:3 years
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.
Ethnic Background:White
Ms. Pam Hemminger
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:09/17/2019
Expiration:12/31/2021
Number of Terms:1
1 First Appointed:09/17/2019
Special Repr:Chapel Hill Town CouncilAge Range:
Ethnic Background:Asian American
Manish Atma
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:02/16/2021
Expiration:12/31/2023
Number of Terms:1
2 First Appointed:02/16/2021
Special Repr:Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of CommAge Range:
Ethnic Background:White
Ms. Aubrey Williams
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:12/07/2020
Expiration:12/31/2023
Number of Terms:1
3 First Appointed:12/07/2020
Special Repr:Orange County/Hillsborough Chamber of Age Range:35-59
Ethnic Background:White
Mrs. Tanya Moore
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:01/22/2019
Expiration:12/31/2021
Number of Terms:1
4 First Appointed:01/22/2019
Special Repr:UNC Chapel HillAge Range:
Ethnic Background:African American
Sharon Hill
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:10/05/2021
Expiration:12/31/2023
Number of Terms:
5 First Appointed:10/05/2021
Special Repr:Economic Development Advisory Board-Age Range:
Ethnic Background:White
Kayla Dempsey
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/10/2020
Expiration:12/31/2022
Number of Terms:2
6 First Appointed:02/07/2017
Special Repr:NC High School Athletic AssociationAge Range:
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox
Contact Phone:919-245-4328
Meeting Times:8:00 am third Wed., monthly, no meeting in July/December
Positions:17 Terms:2
Meeting Place:location varies
Length:3 years
Ethnic Background:White
Mark Bell
Gender Identity:Male Township:Hillsborough
Resid/Spec Req:Hillsborough Twnshp
Current Appointment:03/10/2020
Expiration:12/31/2022
Number of Terms:2
7 First Appointed:02/16/2016
Special Repr:Town of Hillsborough Board of CommissAge Range:
Ethnic Background:Other
Anthony Carey
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:06/15/2021
Expiration:12/31/2021
Number of Terms:
8 First Appointed:05/16/2017
Special Repr:O/C Lodging Assoc.Age Range:
Ethnic Background:
Ms. Lydia Lavelle
Gender Identity:Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:03/10/2020
Expiration:12/31/2022
Number of Terms:2
9 First Appointed:05/16/2017
Special Repr:Carrboro Town CouncilAge Range:
Ethnic Background:Native American
Beverly Payne
Gender Identity:Female Township:
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:10/06/2020
Expiration:12/31/2022
Number of Terms:1
10 First Appointed:10/06/2020
Special Repr:Alliance/Hist.HillsboroughAge Range:60+
Ethnic Background:White
Mark Sherburne
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:01/22/2019
Expiration:12/31/2021
Number of Terms:2
11 First Appointed:02/16/2016
Special Repr:O/C Lodging Assoc.Age Range:
Ethnic Background:White
Daniel Mayer
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:12/07/2020
Expiration:12/31/2023
Number of Terms:1
12 First Appointed:12/07/2020
Special Repr:O.C. Arts CommissionAge Range:
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau
Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox
Contact Phone:919-245-4328
Meeting Times:8:00 am third Wed., monthly, no meeting in July/December
Positions:17 Terms:2
Meeting Place:location varies
Length:3 years
Ethnic Background:African American
Anita "Spring" Council
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:Ex-officio
Current Appointment:03/10/2020
Expiration:12/31/2022
Number of Terms:1
13 First Appointed:09/17/2019
Special Repr:Economic Development Staff - Town of Age Range:
Ethnic Background:White
Mr. Jon Hartman-Brown
Gender Identity:Male Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:Ex-officio
Current Appointment:10/06/2020
Expiration:06/30/2023
Number of Terms:1
14 First Appointed:10/06/2020
Special Repr:Economic Development Staff - Town of Age Range:18-34
Ethnic Background:White
Mr. Matt Gladdek
Gender Identity:Male Township:Eno
Resid/Spec Req:Ex-officio
Current Appointment:10/06/2020
Expiration:06/30/2023
Number of Terms:1
15 First Appointed:09/17/2019
Special Repr:Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership Staff (Age Range:
Ethnic Background:Asian American
Mrs. Lili Engelhardt
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:At-Large
Current Appointment:06/15/2021
Expiration:12/31/2021
Number of Terms:
16 First Appointed:06/15/2021
Special Repr:At-LargeAge Range:35-59
Ethnic Background:White
Sally Greene
Gender Identity:Female Township:Chapel Hill
Resid/Spec Req:
Current Appointment:12/15/2020
Expiration:12/31/2021
Number of Terms:
17 First Appointed:12/15/2020
Special Repr:County CommissionerAge Range:
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau Contact Person:Leslie Wilcox
Contact Phone:919-245-4328
Ethnic Background:
Heidi W. Dawson
Gender Identity:Female
Township:
Date Applied:10/29/2021
Res. Eligibility:Age Range:35-59
Also Serves On:
Ethnic Background:White
Art Menius
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Little River
Date Applied:12/28/2020
Res. Eligibility:CountyAge Range:60+
Also Serves On:Historic Preservation Commission (APPLICANTS SHALL RESIDE WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF ORAN
Ethnic Background:White
Gary Miller
Gender Identity:Male
Township:Chapel Hill
Date Applied:02/28/2020
Dr.
Res. Eligibility:C.H. City LimitsAge Range:35-59
Also Serves On:
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