Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Bodie Fletcher '18 Postdoc Resources Re-Orientation. Hill has served on boards for the Massey Cancer Center, the Richmond Performing Arts Center, and the Metropolitan Business Foundation. As a prolific fundraiser and generous donor, Brad continues to invest in the communities where Hobbs families and customers live and work. Scott is currently serving as Vice President Commercial and Agriculture Lending at the Bank of Botetourt. Nominees must have earned a degree from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine 10 or less years ago. Robyn earned dual bachelors degrees in architecture and political science. Those ex-officio positions include the President of Virginia Tech, the Rector of the Board of Visitors, the President of the VT Alumni Association, and the President of the Virginia Tech Athletic Fund. While at Virginia Tech, Camille was an active student leader involved with Student Alumni Associates, Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity, and ISE Student Ambassadors. Animal Science They serve as an advisory board to the Alumni Association. hokie@hughes.netoranne.herring@va.usda.gov. Digital Content Strategist, Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS), Administrative Assistant to Reese Ramos, University Ombuds Office, 2019 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Alumni Relations | Alumni Relations | Virginia Tech Alumni Relations Join Hokies in Blacksburg Registration is open for two of our biggest events of the year. Holtzman Alumni Center hours: He is also an independent insurance agent for West Virginia Insurance Company. Mr. William N. Park. A Virginia Tech alumna, she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management in 2002 before continuing on to complete her M.B.A. at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2010. dixie@vt.edu. Blacksburg, VA 24061. Creighton-Barney, president-elect of the Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors, is the first vice president for the Henrico County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., a public service organization. Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors. 901 Prices Fork Road Additionally, Jones earned her doctoral degree in leadership studies from Lynchburg College in May 2016 and remains an active member of Virginia and Pittsylvania County Farm Bureaus Young Farmers and Womens Committee. Ms. Long served as the fifth Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), and was the first woman to lead a major US intelligence agency. Carlton currently works at Mercedes-Benz in customer service. After leaving Blacksburg, Eric moved to Richmond where he met his wife Katie, also an alumnus of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. (434) 249-1952 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mr. Veatch was appointed on July 1, 2016 by Governor McAuliffe and reappointed on July 1, 2020 by Governor Northam. Alexander grew up in Mechanicsville, Virginia. She is also the Garden Coordinator for Healthy Suffolk, a local non-profit that supports community and school gardens. Following in the footsteps of his great-grandfather and great-uncle, Patrick studied brewing science at The Siebel Institute in Chicago as part of the World Brewing Academys Master Brewer Program that culminated with practical brewing training at The Doemens Academy in Munich, Germany. . . Robyn looked to further her education and earned a masters degree, also from Virginia Tech. Research funding jumped 80 percent, from $10 million to $18 million, between fiscal years 2021 and 2022 alone. Previously, he served as President of the Virginia FFA Foundation and is a past member of the Essex County School Board. rpitman@vt.edu. Alumni Chapters Committee. Zach is a Legislative Assistant for a Member of Congress where he handles legislative issues for the Congressman including: Agriculture and Food, Animals, Trade, Energy, Natural Resources, and Environment, and Transportation and Infrastructure. Ms. Harris earned her bachelor's degree in Architecture from Virginia Tech and holds a master's degree in Architecture and Urban Design from Columbia University. Daniel W. Bird Jr. 60 Honorary. Biochemistry His 42-year career with SunTrust and its predecessors also included serving as chairman, president, and CEO of the Mid-Atlantic banking group, as well as head of the company's retail line of business. Economics. The Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors elected two new members. Networking and Interviewing. (540) 882-3945 or (540) 454-4405 Collaborate with the Executive Director and Director of Government . He has served on the Board of Directors for Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni Organization since 2004, Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Leadership Council, Old Dominion Golf Course Superintendents Association, and currently the Virginia Turfgrass Foundation. All La Salle alumni are eligible to vote. This position will also serve as the primary liaison for referring DVM practitioners in Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia and will . She is a member of the Equity Operating Committee and has worked in Financial Services for over 30 years. . An Eagle Scout, Eric remains an avid outdoor adventurer, with a love of running, cycling, camping, and skiing. Research and Development Geneticist, Neogen, 14 B.S. The Hon. Georgia Tech graduates are impactful leaders and trail blazers in almost every field, all over the globe. Currently, she is the director of database and grants administration at Children First in Sarasota County and serves as a member of the board for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Southwest Florida Chapter. Camille M. DaDamio Camille M. DaDamio, Royal Oak, Michigan A design release engineer for General Motors Corporation, DaDamio earned a bachelor's in industrial and systems engineering in 2011 followed by a master's degree in engineering from the University of Michigan. Baine is a member of the boards of directors of the Dominion Energy Credit Union, ChamberRVA, Venture Richmond, and CJW Medical Center. With immense pleasure, we are happy to announce that we had our esteemed Alumni back on the SIMSREE campus for SIMSREE Alumni Association on LinkedIn: #simsree #alcom #simsreealumni #paneldiscussion #mentors #economicslowdown (540) 312-9863. LEARN MORE AND REGISTER Black Alumni Reunion (April 14-16) All rights reserved. Natural Bridge, Virginia 86 M.S.Ed. (540) 460-3365 or (540) 291-2051 Robyn continues to stay on the go between her company and four children that she and Kevin are proudly bringing up in Hokie Nation. Alumni Association Board of Directors President Matthew M. Winston Jr. (marketing '90) and board Vice President A. Carole Pratt (biological sciences '72) were recently re-elected to one-year terms. The Alumni Board of Directors consists of 30 directors, eligible for election for up to two three-year terms. Member . Secretary-Treasurer and COO Dr. Nelson continues to advocate for children and serves on the board for Child Savers and as an advisor to the Faison Center for Autism. Camille received her bachelors degree from Virginia Tech in industrial and systems engineering with a minor in leadership and social change. He has served as a member of Boeings Board of Directors since 2009 and served as board chairman from October to December 2019. Empleos Personas Learning Descartar Descartar. Holtzman Alumni Center hours: Working in large corporate houses and educational groups has given me the opportunity to improve understanding of people, process, and strategic issues. Kansas City, MO We'll also induct the Class of 1971 into Cornerstone Alumni. May 26, 2021 Participating panelists are, from left, Linda Edmonds Turner '70, Denise (Shuster) Greenfield '88, Tracy Castle-Newman '90, Robyn Jones '05, and Camille (DaDamio) Siskoy '11. Ms. Martin is Founder and President of BrickhouseMartin Healthcare Engineering (BMHE). Account Executive, JustWorks, Charlie Phlegar 79, 87 She has served on the boards of the City of Richmond's Economic Development Authority, the Federal Reserve Bank's Board of Governors' Consumer Advisory Council, the Virginia Housing Coalition, the Richmond Community Development Alliance, and Seven Hills Boys Middle School. . Also among her contributions to Virginia Tech is the Street Davis Performance Hall in the Moss Arts Center. Agricultural and Applied Economics Brian oversees the pilot processing plants for the Department of Food Science and Technology at Virginia Tech, and is responsible for specifying, installing, and operating equipment used in research, education, and extension. In 2016, he was named senior vice presidentDistribution, Power Delivery Group. She subsequently was named Policy Director to Governor Terry McAuliffe, a position she held from 2014 to 2016. in food science and a minor in nutrition. Patrick is a member of the board of Directors of the Richmond Symphony. 2023. Conference membership changes. Contents 1 Mission 2 Subsidiaries 3 See also 4 External links 5 References Carrie has been recognized as one of North Americas Top 50 Economic Developers by Consultant Connect; one of the Top 10 under 40 emerging business leaders in the Shenandoah Valley by the Daily News-Record Business Journal; one of the Most Influential Virginians On the Move by Virginia Business magazine; and a Recent Outstanding Alumni by the Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 1990 with a degree in Finance. Dr. Laura Belmonte, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, will be leading the discussion with the five alumnae below. mmegeath@yahoo.com. Public Administration. 2023 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Tracy Castle-Newman is a managing director at Morgan Stanley in Institutional Equity Sales. The event, which took place on Jan. 21, offered food, drinks, and fun, with 20 tables of games like blackjack, roulette, and even horse racing. Advisory Board. Agricultural and Life Sciences Job Overview: Middle School Teachers promote classroom community, deliver Montessori lessons, create and sustain a beautiful classroom environment, support the individual and collective needs of the students . (540) 641-0217 Seven new directors are elected each year. Tracy has been recognized by many organizations and publications, including Worth Power 100 andCrains Most Notable Women on Wall St. She serves on the Pamplin Cabinet, is co-chair of the Finance Advisory Board and is a member of the Seed Advisory Board. Blacksburg, VA VMI Alumni Agencies Governing Boards. Agricultural Education Eric is the Director of Agronomy at Willow Oaks Country Club located in Richmond, VA, where he oversees all Turfgrass and Horticulture programs for the club. Dave grew up on a 100-cow dairy farm in Gladys, Virginia, and now resides in Radford. Animal and Poultry Sciences rhensley@vt.edu Winston resides in Athens, Georgia, and serves as assistant to the president of the University of Georgia. Ms. Davis is an active supporter of Virginia Tech, including providing the Indoor Practice Field, which is named in memory of her late husband, Patrick D. Cupp. Join/Renew Today Upcoming Events Mar 03 Heartland Chapter Centennial Celebration Mar 04 San Antonio Chapter Centennial Celebration Mar 09 rob@foodsforthoughtinc.com. He is very involved in the Golf Industry, serving in several capacities supporting the environmental and research efforts of the industry. SIMSREE Alumni Association Ampliar bsqueda. Join us in connecting with local alumni, students, and the community to promote all things Virginia Tech. Troy, Virginia Farmville, Virginia. Mr. Calhoun was appointed on July 1, 2022 by Governor Youngkin. They own a small cow/calf herd and grow hay to both feed their herd and sell to customers for their horses and cattle. Mr. Petersen chairs the firm's privacy group. Ms. Letitia A. These cookies are used to improve your website and provide more personalized services to you, both on this website and through other media . United Methodist Family Services, Rhonda Arsenault Any former student of the university's regular academic program for credit is considered an alumnus or alumna. In early 2014, Kate joined Hardywood Park Craft Brewery where she started up their Quality Assurance Program. Students at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary have revived a beloved fundraising tradition: Casino Night. From personally escorting a sample on a flight from Virginia to Iowa for testing, to joining a delegation on a trans-Pacific flight to Japan to convince trading partners the U.S. poultry supply is safe, alumni from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine are on the front lines in the battle to control the impacts of the highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak. Dairy Science. He spent two years as a dairy cooperative fieldman before joining the Virginia Agribusiness Council where he worked for 13 years, the last ten as Executive Director. The former NFL star, Virginia Tech Hokies great and Thomas Dale Knights legend is making a positive impact in his hometown and beyond. tpridgen@vt.edu. Rachel and her husband, Kasey, have two children, Matthew and Katie. They serve as an advisory board to the Alumni Association. Secondary Ed, Agriculture,'04 B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies, Gladys, Virginia Animal and Poultry Sciences She is a native of Lunenburg County and lives in the Northside of Richmond with her husband Billy (COE 05), daughter Libbie, and two boxers Lane and Cassell. What a great combination! Brad was honored to serve on Governor Glenn Youngkins transition team and delighted to be appointed to the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. Prior to starting BMHE in 1991, Ms. Martin served in senior positions in the healthcare consulting practices of Ernst & Whinney, Coopers & Lybrand, and Booz Allen & Hamilton, Inc. An experienced facilitator and trainer, Ms. Martin has been a frequent speaker and author on the subjects of project management, reengineering, teambuilding, and process improvement for healthcare organizations. Since graduation from Virginia Tech, Camille has worked for General Motors with roles in manufacturing engineering and product development. The mission of the Alumni Association Board of Directors is to improve the professional quality, reputation and leadership of the School and its alumni, and to develop, strengthen and utilize the bonds of interest, influence and affection existing between the School, its alumni, its faculty and the business community. Prior to this position he was a loan officer with Farm Credit of the Virginias and for more than 25 years, he served as manager of Southern States Roanoke Cooperative-Troutville/Rockingham Cooperative. She began her career in the AAEC department in 1993, serving 17 years in her teaching and extension position. Talent Acquisition Manager, He also chairs the Southern Regional Dairy Challenge planning committee. In this capacity, she is responsible for the management and information technology services that the firm provides to its healthcare clients. Previously she served on the Advisory Board of the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech, the Board of Directors of the Comprehensive Health Investment Project of Virginia, the Advisory Council for the Medical Care for Children Partnership of Fairfax County, Virginia, the Industrial Advisory Board of the CEED program for the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech, and as President and a member of the Board of Directors for the National Capital Chapter of the Institute of Industrial Engineers. Dixie is the Agribusiness Concentration Coordinator for the online Master of Agricultural and Life Sciences (OMALS) degree at Virginia Tech and a member of the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAEC) faculty. Jean Montague. In October 2011, Eric and longtime friend Patrick Murtaugh founded Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in Richmond, Virginia. Agricultural Economics Unirse ahora . member of Virginia Techs Pamplin Advisory Council and is coauthor of the book How Companies Win.. Supply Chain Management (Michigan State University), Kimberly grew up on a cattle farm in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. Learn More. Descartar. She says that teaching hands-on, science-based, livestock production classes is fun and challenging. Join the Alumni Business Directory We are proud supporters of the Bronco community. Our support goes beyond sharing the successes of our students and alumni: We also support many alumni-owned businesses in the Treasure Valley and beyond. There are . Agricultural Engineering Brad is committed to his faith, family, business, and community and enjoys attending family events with his wife Molly in support of their five children as well as playing tennis and golf. UVA Alumni Association. Take advantage of early bird rates today. While at Virginia Tech, she was elected president of her class and president of the Student Government Association. Mr. Veatch co-founded Apex Systems, what is now a billion-dollar business primarily in the field of IT staff augmentation. Have wide perspective on fundamental pillars of learning and knowledge management, teaching-training, counseling-coaching, research and institution building. Russell, who has served the college as interim dean during . On the Alumni Association Board of Directors, I assisted in board-led outreach campaigns . She is of the Owner/Innkeeper of Herring Hall Bed and Breakfast. 92 M.S. '14 A.AG. The members of the Alumni Associations Board of Directors serve as ambassadors by helping to advocate for the university and more. Julie earned her Ph.D. at Virginia Tech and in addition to Virginia Tech has served the University of Florida, University of the Pacific, Iowa State and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The Alumni Association funds several awards presented to outstanding contributors to the university. She previously served as the Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and the Deputy Director of Naval Intelligence. Executive Board President: Mike Fry, '84, President, Fort Mill, SC . 103 total participants - 82 chapter officers - 37 chapter areas San Diego & Seattle Chapters traveled the furthest. He is a member of the Board of Directors for the Virginia Grain Producers Association and the Northern Neck Farm Museum. Ms. Davis was appointed on July 1, 2022 by Governor Youngkin. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University. The Gills also enjoy time with their new granddaughter, Anne-Marie. We came together from all walks of life, faced the challenges of a disciplined environment, and forged friendships that last a lifetime. Registration is open for two of our biggest events of the year. in hospitality management. Get to know each one of our members today. alumni, and industry partners to advance a world-class business education ecosystem with far-reaching societal impact," said Sarker. For this work, she was named Outstanding Woman for Health and Science of 2015 by the Richmond YWCA and a 2015 Person of the Year honoree by the Richmond Times Dispatch. Ms. Long was appointed on July 1, 2017 by Governor McAuliffe and reappointed on July 1, 2021 by Governor Northam. During his spare time, he volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America, serving as Assistant Scoutmaster for his sons Scout Troop. Since she became an alumna, she has worked in youth programming, marketing, sales, agricultural education, and leader development. Cecil R. "Max" Maxson Jr., a Virginia Tech alumnus who later served 12 years on the university's Board of Visitors, died Dec. 8 at the age of 91. He has served on the Board of Directors for Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni Organization since 2004, Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Leadership Council, Old Dominion Golf Course Superintendents Association, and currently the Virginia Turfgrass Foundation. 901 Prices Fork Road For assistance, call 540-231-6285. Twenty-six schools joined new conferences or became independents, including five schools from Division II which started transitions to Division I this season and one in the process of transition from Division I to Division III.. As noted previously, Incarnate Word had announced plans to move from the Southland Conference to the Western Athletic Conference, but . Concurrently, she earned a masters degree in global automotive and manufacturing engineering from the University of Michigan. He also is a Anne is a Community Solutions Specialist on the Partnerships Team of the USDA/Rural Development Innovation Center. Dr. Nelson is currently a partner and practicing physician with Pediatric Associates of Richmond, and has been voted by her peers a Top Doc by Richmond Magazine multiple times. The awards, which recognize alumni for contributions to Virginia Tech, are presented at University Commencement each year. Submit Your Application TGBAA Alumni Scholarship fund Fincastle, VA His practice concentrates in legal and compliance services relating to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("ACA"), privacy, state small-group and individual insurance reform regulation and the interaction between state and federal law. She serves as president of the Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation and is a member of the State Fair of Virginia Youth Development Board and its Scholarship Committee. Calhoun is a member of the board of directors of Caterpillar Inc. and a member of the Business Roundtable, an association of chief executive officers of leading U.S. companies. (540) 633-1817 or (540) 231-3609 Carrie is the former Executive Director of the Shenandoah Valley Partnership (SVP), the regions economic development marketing organization. Ms. Harris was appointed to the Virginia Tech Foundation Board in 2016 and also serves on the Board of the Virginia Housing Alliance. He also assists his clients before state insurance departments and provides representation before the National Association of Insurance Commissioners ("NAIC"), Congress and federal agencies. A native of Richmond, Maxson was a member of the Class of 1952, receiving a bachelor's degree in building construction from a program that is now a part of the College of Engineering. in clothing textiles & related art, all from Virginia Tech. She also pursued advanced training in developmental and behavioral pediatrics at Albert Einstein University and served on the faculty at New York Presbyterian Hospital and the Hospital for Special Surgery. Research funding awarded to the veterinary college has tripled in a decade, with most of that growth - from roughly $7 million to over $18 million - occurring in the past five years. She has served as mentor for the Tunstall High First Robotics Competition (FRC) team, president of the Virginia Association of Agricultural Educators, and president of the Virginia Association of Career and Technical Educators. 98 M.S. The Georgia Tech Alumni 40 Under 40 program recognizes a sampling of our innovators, trendsetters, and people to watch. Veterinary instructors from Kenya, Uganda learn from and teach their peers at Virginia Tech; Production Management Medicine Faculty Members Earn Board Certification; Veterinary college's dean, Dan Givens, receives honor from Auburn University; Connect 2022 brings alumni, students together for weekend of networking and fun VTCCA Board of Directors The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Alumni Inc. serves as a conduit between the active Corps (cadets, commandant, staff) and Corps alumni. Interested in holistic development of managerial manpower without compromising on the . Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences. He also completed the Executive Program at the University's Darden School of Business. Officers Crop and Soil Environmental Science, Blacksburg, Virginia Board of Directors SPE: Inspiring Plastics Professionals . Ms. Chenery was appointed on July 1, 2020 by Governor Northam. (540) 449-1134. Contact Us Find a contact within the Alumni Association. Before joining BHC, she was vice president for the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), a national non-profit community and economic development corporation. Mollie been very involved in Virginia Tech Relay for Life since 2008 serving on the University Fundraising and Survivorship committees, and as the Ambassador Team Captain for the last two years. Eric, Katie and their son Palmer live in Midlothian. Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences, Midlothian, Virginia Blevins serves on the Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors and is former president of the National Capital Region Alumni Chapter. He chairs the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences' curriculum committee and is a member of the university's Undergraduate Curriculum Committee andthe CALS Diversity Council. '12 A.AG. Dr. Laura Belmonte, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, will be leading the discussion with the five alumnae below. 2023 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is actively involved in his church and enjoys hunting, reading, and activities with his grandchildren. During her graduate program, Robyn served as the graduate student representative on the Board of Visitors and has maintained her involvement with her alma mater through the William Preston Society and working with her class reunion committee. Calhoun was appointed Boeing president and chief executive in January 2020. Supplemental materials: ADP Guidelines (PDF) ADP Cover Page Template (DOCX) UDP Guidelines (PDF) UDP Cover Page (DOC) 1960s She enjoys playing competitive softball in tournaments around the country and watching college basketball and football. Jessica M. Jones is a 2004 honors graduate of Virginia Techs College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences. In August of 2021, she returned to Virginia Tech to provide leadership to the OMALS agribusiness concentration. The Director of Alumni and Referring Practitioner Relations will serve as the chief alumni engagement officer in the college and will provide strategic leadership for the college's alumni advancement efforts. He served as the Principal of Monroe Technology Center for 25.5 years. (804) 443-6952 or (804) 445-3447 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. She holds a B.S. Our mission is to promote the university in the Williamsburg, Virginia area. Blacksburg, VA 24061. elizabethgalbreath17@gmail.com. He served as the faculty representative to the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors in 2004- 2005. . He became vice presidentPower Generation System Operations in 2013 and senior vice presidentTransmission & Customer Service in 2015. In addition to managing Hobbs & Associates, Brad has launched several other successful businesses in the Southeast. rgill@colonialfarmcredit.com. Ms. Martin was appointed on July 1, 2019 by Governor Northam. Stefanie previously ran the Certified Farm Seekers Program, a component of the Virginia Farm Link Program, and has worked as a legislative aide in the Virginia General Assembly. Brad led the company to become one of the nations largest engineered product distribution companies with ten offices serving Virginia, Tennessee, Maryland, and Washington DC employing over 170 employees. PSE National Alumni Association (NAA) - Chartering Member, 2022 . She has been serving as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Director of Industrial Accidents (DIA) since 2015. Mike is retired from Loudoun County Public Schools after working for 35.5 years. 53% of our alumni reside in the Commonwealth of Virginia, followed by the adjacent states of North Carolina and Maryland at second and third. Crop & Soil Environmental Science Prior to her leadership role at SVP, Carrie worked in the Virginia Office of the Governor where she was appointed the Assistant Secretary of Agriculture & Forestry. Board members are diverse in age, gender, ethnicity, and geographic area and reflect the various constituencies of the university. In addition to her VDACS board position, Barlow represents Virginias cotton industry on The Cotton Board, is the Suffolk USDA Farm Service Agency county committee chair, and serves on the Virginia Farm Bureaus AgPac Board of Trustees and Cotton Advisory Board. Stefanie Kitchen Taillon is Assistant Director of Virginia Farm Bureau Governmental Relations. Ms. Harris is a member of Leadership Metro Richmond's Class of 1995. While living on upper quad, she received her bachelor's in international studies and was a member of various honor societies, including Omicron Delta Kappa, Sigma Tau Delta, the Gregory Guard Honorary Military Society, and Scabbard and Blade Honor Society.