HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 11-09-23; 4 - Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board – Appointments Discussion 1
ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: November 9, 2023
Action Agenda
Item No. 4
SUBJECT: Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board — Appointments
Discussion
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Recommendation Clerk's Office, 919-245-2125
Member and Applicant Summary Sheet
Application of Person Recommended
Applications of Other Applicants
Membership Roster
Applicant Interest List
PURPOSE: To consider appointments to the Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory
Board.
BACKGROUND: The Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board 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 individuals are recommended for Board consideration:
NAME POSITION TYPE OF EXPIRATION
DESCRIPTION APPOINTMENT DATE
TERM
Sharon Hill Economic Second Full Term 12/31/2026
Development
Advisory Board
Member
Dr. Grace Orange First Full Term 12/31/2026
Holtkamp County/Hillsborough (reappointment)
Chamber of
Commerce
Meredith At-Large Partial Term 12/31/2024
Sabye
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Shailan (Sam) Orange County Partial Term 12/31/2024
Vad ama Lodging Association
Rebecca Chapel Hill First Full Term 06/30/2026
Mormino Downtown
Partnership Staff
If the individuals listed above are appointed, the following vacancy remains:
POSITION EXPIRATION VACANCY INFORMATION
DESIGNATION DATE
Orange County 12/31/2023 Vacant since 02/28/2022
Arts Commission
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item.
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 Advisory Board.
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CHAPEL
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October 4, 2023 A`
Jamezetta Bedford, Chair Orange County Board of County Commissioners ORANGE COUNTY
VISITORS BUREAU
PO Box 8181
Hillsborough,NC 27278
Re: Visitors Bureau Board Appointment Recommendations
Dear Chair Bedford:
The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau, a department of Orange County Economic
Development, discussed membership at its regular meeting on August 20, 2023 after reviewing
vacant seats.
The Visitors Bureau asks the Board of Commissioners to consider reappointing/appointing the
following five (5) individuals:
1. Reappoint Sharon A. Hill to her second full term in the Economic Development seat.
Ms. Hill has an outstanding attendance record and history of participation. She remains
active with the Orange County economic development board and her role on the VB
Board is supported by their Director Steve Brantley.
2. Reappoint Ms. Grace Holtcamp, operator Merry Hill Farms, to her second-year filling
Hillsborough's Chamber of Commerce seat. Ms. Holtcamp wishes to remain on the
Visitors Bureau Board. She missed three meetings due to a broken leg because of a
farming incident and is now back to her full-time farm and board duties. She has the
support of Hillsborough's Board and Director Scott Czechlewski.
3. Appointment Meredith Saybe of Union Grove Farms to the "At-Large"position
formerly held by Ms. Lili Englehardt. This appointment would be for a partial term,
ending 12/31/2024. Ms. Saybe is part of the family that purchased this land from the
former Maple View Farm owners. Union Grove Farm was founded in 2002 by Greg
Bohlen. Over the last 10 years, Greg, Meredith Saybe and team, have worked to build a
seedless muscadine grape. In addition to the vineyard, Ms. Saybe manages events at the
Vineyard and adjacent wedding barn.
4. Appoint Shailan "Sam"Vadgama, General Manager of the AC Hotel, to the position of
the Hotel Accommodations seat vacated by Ms. Lisa Ganzermiller at the AC Hotel. Sam
replaced Lisa in the General Manager position and would like to join the board of the
Visitors Bureau. This appointment would be for a partial term, ending 12/31/2024.
5. Appoint Ms. Rebecca Mormino, Executive Director of the Downtown Chapel Hill
position to the Downtown Chapel Hill seat on the board. This position was last filled by
former director Matt Gladdek before his resignation. This appointment would be for a
first full term, ending 06/30/2026. The Downtown Chapel Hill Partnership Board
encourages Ms. Mormino to fill this seat.
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CHAPEL
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Thank you,
ORANGE COUNTY
Sincerely, Laurie Paolicelli, Orange County Visitors Bureau Director VISITORS BUREAU
cc: Mark Bell, Chair; Steve Brantley, Economic Development
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Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board Members and Applicants
Name Member or Applicant? Gender Identity Race/Ethnic Background Age Range Township Also Serves on
Karen Stegman Member
Manish Atma Member Male White Hillsborough
Grace Holtkamp Member Female White 18-34 Cheeks
Tanya Moore Member Female White Chapel Hill
Sharon Hill Member Female African American Chapel Hill
Karen M.Dehart Member Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill
Mark Bell Member Male White Eno
Damon Seils Member Chapel Hill
Beverly Payne Member Female Native American 60+
Heidi W.Dawson Member Female 35-59
Anita"Spring"
Council Member Female African American Chapel Hill
Jon Hartman-Brown Member Male White 18-34 Chapel Hill
Earl McKee Member Male White Little River
VACANT
VACANT
VACANT
VACANT
Art Menius Applicant Male White 60+ Little River Historic Preservation Commission&OUTBoard
Rebecca Mormino Applicant Female White 35-59 Chapel Hill
James W.Rowe Applicant Male White 18-34 Non-Resident
Meredith Sabye jApplicant Female White 35-59 Bingham
Shailan Vadgama jApplicant Male Asian American 35-59 Chapel Hill
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Page 1 of 2 Sharon Hill
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Sharon Hill
Name Called:
Home Address: 301 Laurens Way
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone (Day): 7024295099
Phone (Evening): 9199298920
Phone (Cell): 7024295099
Email: sharon@sharonhillinternational.com
Place of Employment: Self-employed
Job Title: President
Year of OC Residence: 1988
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence:
Sex: Female
Ethnic Background: African American
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Immediate Past President, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle
WCHL Radio Host - Today s Business
Toastmasters (Member of 3 Chapel Hill clubs)
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Economic Development Advisory Board (REQUIRES DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
Combination of(1) being a citizen of Orange County since 1988, learning and observing the
economic history of Orange County combined with (2) having served as president of three non-
profit boards of directors, thus learning the processes of making a difference for the people and
(3) listening and learning from my radio guests who are all business owners in Orange County.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
As a local business owner and mentor to business owners, I have had the experience of working
with area business owners. Many have shared their successes and failures of working in Orange
County. I feel I can help bring those voices to the table.
Conflict of Interest:
Supplemental Questions:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
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This application was current on: 2/27/2017 3:41:57 PM Date Printed: 3/1/2017
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Page 1 of 2 Grace Holtkamp
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Dr. Grace Holtkamp
Name Called:
Home Address: 2004 Ben Wilson Rd.
Mebane NC 27302
Phone: 336-693-8162
Email: grace.holtkamp@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 1989
Township of Residence: Cheeks
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 18-34
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Our farm in Orange County is a member of the NC Agritourism Association, the Carolina
Farm Stewardship Association, the Orange County Chamber of Commerce and the
Southeast Hemp Association.
I personally am a member of the Oxford University North Carolina Alumni Chapter, as an
Oxford University alumnus.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
N/A
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I am co-owner of my family's farm in Orange County, a bicentennial farm with a longstanding
commitment to community outreach and agritourism. With a background in public relations and
community engagement, I facilitate and oversee the farm's agritourism endeavours and am
committed to helping our farm continue to enrich Orange County's populace connections to rural
life, by making our farm a welcoming place to share with the public as an event and wedding
venue, as well as an interactive hemp farm.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I am keen to serve on the board as a way of furthering community outreach between our farm
and our wider community, and to ensure the rural areas of our county are included and all their
best qualities capitalised upon.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
My background in farming brings with it a viewpoint from a rural community that differs from
other areas and sectors such as towns and hospitality or corporate sectors. Additionally, having
UK citizenship and having lived in the UK for 13 years, and working in the public relations sector
there, I believe I can help facilitate community engagement with our rural areas in ways that are
effective and inclusive.
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Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 10/5/2022 11:41:47 AM Date Printed: 10/5/2022
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Page 1 of 2 Meredith Sabye
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Meredith Sabye
Name Called:
Home Address: 3111 Dairyland Rd.
Hillsborough NC 27278
Phone: 919-995-0531
Email: m@ug.farm
Year of OC Residence: 2022
Township of Residence: Bingham
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I am the founder and director of the Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Union Grove
Farm in Hillsborough (formerly the Maple View Ag Educational Center). I am responsible
for the development of our educational programs on Union Grove Farm. Additionally, we
are a member and sell our compost at the Hillsborough Farmer s Market.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
I am not currently serving on any boards.
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
My education and career have been focused on communication. In my recent role as a Director
of Communications for a large enterprise tech company, I understand the value of
communications and marketing in creating successful programs that drive awareness and
engagement. I believe I can leverage this valuable experience to help support the Visitors
Bureau Advisory Board as they work to enhance and accelerate economic activity in our
beautiful Chapel Hill and Orange County while continuing to focus on engaging our strong
Chapel Hill community.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
As we continue to experience significant growth in our area, I would like to serve on this board to
support the Visitors Bureau to help drive successful marketing initiatives and increased
economic activity, with potential focus on increased opportunities for agritourism for the many
farms in our Orange County.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
As a farm owner and leader of the Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Union Grove Farm, I
am working to continue to preserve agriculture in our rural areas and help to educate farmers on
the value of regenerative farming. I will bring the valuable perspective of the substantial
agriculture community in Orange County, including focusing on education and agritourism.
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Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest
(either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board?
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 7/7/2023 4:19:09 PM Date Printed: 7/12/2023
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Page 1 of 2 Shailan Vadgama
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Mr. Shailan Vadgama
Name Called: Sam
Home Address: 214 W. Rosemary St.
Chapel Hill NC 27516
Phone: 919-969-2800
Email: shailan.vadgama@marriott.com
Year of OC Residence: 2017
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: Asian American
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Triangle Area Hotel & Motel Association, Board member Asian American Hotel Owners
Association, member
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Served on the Orange County Convention and Visitors Bureau from 2017 to 2021
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I am a 20-year veteran of the hospitality industry as an operator and investor working closely with
local and national associations/businesses/institutions to promote travel and tourism.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
I've worked very closely and collaboratively with other hotel partners in the area including the
Carolina Inn, the Siena Hotel and the Atma Group as well as other institutions to help promote
tourism in Orange County. My goal is to continue to work closely with the town and other
partners to help promote tourism in Orange County.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
I have lived and worked in many parts of the world including Europe and Africa and possess very
diverse experiences. Furthermore, I have worked for multiple brands notably Marriott, Hilton and
Choice Hotels.
Do you have any personal or business interest(s) that could create a conflict of interest
(either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board?
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Page 2 of 2 Shailan Vadgama
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Application Date: 7/28/2019
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have been a part of the lodging industry for several years, the last three years in the Chapel Hill
area. Furthermore, I have lived and travelled in many parts of the world and have had a lot of
success in attracting visitors to Orange County.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I have been a firm believer of the notion when the tide is high, all boats rise. Therefore, my goal
is to leverage the area branding of the area to promote tourism to help prosper the lodging
establishments in the area.
Conflict of Interest:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 7/28/2019 12:16:35 AM Date Printed: 10/4/2023
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Page 1 of 2 Rebecca Mormino
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Rebecca Mormino
Name Called:
Home Address: 126 Dixie Drive
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Phone: 919-260-5909
Email: rebecca.mormino@gmail.com
Year of OC Residence: 1999
Township of Residence: Chapel Hill
Zone of Residence: C.H. City Limits
Gender Identity: Female
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 35-59
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Exec. Director of the Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
None
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board
I am currently the executive director of the Chapel Hill Downtown Partnerhsip, which traditionally
serves on the OCVB board. I attended and graduated from UNC and have lived in Orange
County(specifically Chapel Hill and Carrboro) since I arrived as a student in 1994.
Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board
In addition to my current employment role, I enjoy promoting the area to others - especially the
cultural richness and hidden gems that may be more visible to those who have lived here a long
time.
How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints?
I have extensive experience working for music, art and film festivals, and spent many years
working in both Raleigh and Durham. Because of this, I can bring the perspective of what our
neighbors are doing to promote their cities to their residents and visitors. I also helped to open
the Durham Hotel, which provided additional experience working in that industry. Finally, as a
past resident of Carrboro, and current resident of Chapel Hill, I am familiar with the differences
between the two towns and how they might appeal to people.
Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest
(either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board?
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Other Comments:
This application was current on: 10/31/2023 9:29:13 AM Date Printed: 10/31/2023
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Page 1 of 3 Art Menius
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: Art Menius
Name Called:
Home Address: 4720 Green Riley Road
Rougemont NC 27572
Phone: 919-675-2787
Email: art@artmenius.com
Year of OC Residence: 1973
Township of Residence: Little River
Zone of Residence: County
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 60+
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
Currently a member of the OUTBoard. Member and past president of Rotary Club of
Chapel Hill. Volunteer programmer on WHUP community radio. Former member OC
Historical Commission.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
OUTBoard - current (2022-2025) and previously 2014-2020
OC Historical Commission (2014-2022)
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
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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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:
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. 1 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.
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. I bring the
perspective of an arts business person and veteran arts administrator and spouse of a visual
artist
Conflict of Interest:
Wife, Becky Johnson, is a visual artist.
Historic Preservation Commission (APPLICANTS SHALL RESIDE WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
MA in History from UNC-CH Public sector historian for NC Historic Sites 1977-1981 Historic
Preservation Commission member 2015-2022
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
Commitment to completing several projects on the table during my previous terms including
county markers and historic architecture book
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I bring a combination of historic preservation experience, small business, and political
awareness.
Conflict of Interest:
Boards/Commissions appointments:
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Historic Preservation Commission (APPLICANTS SHALL RESIDE WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL
Application Date: 4/5/2016
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:
Orange Unified Transportation Board
Application Date: 8/4/2022
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I served on the OUTboard for six years including one year as chair.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
To serve the community, represent the perspective of northern Orange and Little River
Township. I am personally concerned about unplanned, unchecked growth rather than well
managed development and preservation. Transportation planning involves expensive d
Conflict of Interest:
Orange Unified Transportation Board
Application Date: 10/6/2014
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:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 8/4/2022 Date Printed: 2/14/2023
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Page 1 of 1 James W. Rowe
Volunteer Application
Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions
Name: James W. Rowe
Name Called:
Home Address: 410 Longdale Dr.
Graham NC 27253
Phone: 803-924-4999
Email: wrowe@graduatehotelchapelhill.com
Year of OC Residence:
Township of Residence: Non-Res.Consult
Zone of Residence: Non-Resident Consultant
Gender Identity: Male
Ethnic Background: White
Age Range: 18-34
Community Activities/Organizational Memberships:
I'm currently on the Board of Directors for the Chapel Hill - Carrboro Chamber of
Commerce.
Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards:
Boards/Commissions applied for:
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Background, education and experience relevant to this board:
I have worked in downtown Chapel Hill at The Franklin Hotel, now Graduate Chapel Hill, since
2013.
Reasons for wanting to serve on this board:
I believe I could bring a fresh perspective to the board. As the GM of one of the downtown
Chapel Hill hotels, I believe I can provide a voice for the downtown hospitality businesses as well.
Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board:
I am socially progressive but financially conservative. I think there are ways to promote many
campaigns for our county without breaking the bank.
Conflict of Interest:
N/A
Boards/Commissions appointments:
Other Comments:
This application was current on: 1/7/2022 Date Printed: 2/6/2023
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 8:00 am Third Wednesday of every month except Jul.&Dec. Contact Person:Laurie Paolicelli
Meeting Place: Varies Contact Phone: 919-245-4323
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.
Karen Stegman
1 First Appointed: 02/17/2022
Gender Identity: Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 02/17/2022
Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill Town Council Number of Terms: 1
Manish Atma
2 First Appointed: 02/16/2021
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 02/16/2021
Ethnic Background: Asian American Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Comm Number of Terms: 1
Dr. Grace Holtkamp
3 First Appointed: 11/01/2022
Gender Identity: Female Township: Cheeks Current Appointment: 11/01/2022
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2023
Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: Orange County/Hillsborough Chamber of Number of Terms:
Mrs. Tanya Moore
4 First Appointed: 01/22/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 12/06/2021
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: UNC Chapel Hill Number of Terms: 2
Sharon Hill
5 First Appointed: 10/05/2021
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 10/05/2021
Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: Economic Development Advisory Board- Number of Terms: 1
Karen M. Dehart
6 First Appointed: 11/01/2022
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 11/01/2022
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2025
Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: NC High School Athletic Association Number of Terms: 1
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 8:00 am Third Wednesday of every month except Jul.&Dec. Contact Person:Laurie Paolicelli
Meeting Place: Varies Contact Phone: 919-245-4323
Positions: 17 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Mark Bell
7 Chair First Appointed: 02/16/2016
Gender Identity: Male Township: Hillsborough Current Appointment: 03/07/2023
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Hillsborough Twnshp Expiration: 12/31/2025
Age Range: Special Repr: Town of Hillsborough Board of Commiss Number of Terms: 3
VACANT
8 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: O/C Lodging Assoc. Number of Terms:
Mr. Damon Sells
9 First Appointed: 02/17/2022
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/07/2023
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2025
Age Range: Special Repr: Carrboro Town Council Number of Terms: 1
Beverly Payne
10 First Appointed: 10/06/2020
Gender Identity: Female Township: Current Appointment: 03/07/2023
Ethnic Background: Native American Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2025
Age Range: 60+ Special Repr: Alliance/Hist.Hillsborough Number of Terms: 2
Heidi W. Dawson
11 First Appointed: 12/06/2021
Gender Identity: Female Township: Current Appointment: 12/06/2021
Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2024
Age Range: 35-59 Special Repr: O/C Lodging Assoc. Number of Terms: 1
VACANT
12 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: O.C.Arts Commission Number of Terms:
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Board and Commission Members
And Vacant Positions
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory Board
Meeting Times: 8:00 am Third Wednesday of every month except Jul.&Dec. Contact Person:Laurie Paolicelli
Meeting Place: Varies Contact Phone: 919-245-4323
Positions: 17 Length:3 years Terms: 2
Anita "Spring" Council
13 First Appointed: 09/17/2019
Gender Identity: Female Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 03/07/2023
Ethnic Background: African American Residency Req: Ex-officio Expiration: 12/31/2025
Age Range: Special Repr: Economic Development Staff-Town of Number of Terms: 2
Mr. Jon Hartman-Brown
14 First Appointed: 10/06/2020
Gender Identity: Male Township: Chapel Hill Current Appointment: 06/20/2023
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Ex-officio Expiration: 06/30/2026
Age Range: 18-34 Special Repr: Economic Development Staff-Town of Number of Terms: 2
VACANT
15 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Residency Req: Ex-officio Expiration: 06/30/2026
Age Range: Special Repr: Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership Staff( Number of Terms:
VACANT
16 First Appointed:
Gender Identity: Township: Current Appointment:
Ethnic Background: Residency Req: At-Large Expiration: 12/31/2024
Age Range: Special Repr: At-Large Number of Terms:
Earl McKee
17 First Appointed: 12/14/2021
Gender Identity: Male Township: Little River Current Appointment: 12/14/2021
Ethnic Background: White Residency Req: Expiration: 12/31/2023
Age Range: Special Repr: County Commissioner Number of Terms:
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Applicant Interest Listing by Board Name and by Applicant Name
Contact Person: Laurie Paolicelli
Chapel Hill Orange County Visitors Bureau Advisory contact Phone: 919-245-4323
Art Menius
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 08/04/2022
Ethnic Background: White Township: Little River
Age Range: 60+ Zone of Residence: County
Also Serves On: Historic Preservation Commission
Also Serves On: Orange Unified Transportation Board
Rebecca Mormino
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 10/31/2023
Ethnic Background: White Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits
Also Serves On:
James W. Rowe
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 01/07/2022
Ethnic Background: White Township: Non-Res.Consultnt
Age Range: 18-34 Zone of Residence: Non-Resident Consultant
Also Serves On:
Meredith Sabye
Gender Identity: Female Date Applied: 07/07/2023
Ethnic Background: White Township: Bingham
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: County
Also Serves On:
Mr. Shailan Vadgama
Gender Identity: Male Date Applied: 07/28/2019
Ethnic Background: Asian American Township: Chapel Hill
Age Range: 35-59 Zone of Residence: C.H.City Limits
Also Serves On:
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