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. Ms. Martin is Founder and President of BrickhouseMartin Healthcare Engineering (BMHE). A draft university statement affirming Virginia Tech's commitments to academic freedom and the constitutional right of free speech, as well as recommendations for exercising and demonstrating these commitments in a manner that exemplifies Virginia Tech's Principles of Community, has been presented to President Tim Sands from the Task Force on Freedom of Expression and Inquiry. Before his time with the department, Normand worked as the live roof production manager at Riverbend Nursery in Riner, Virginia. We came together from all walks of life, faced the challenges of a disciplined environment, and forged friendships that last a lifetime. Elizabeth is committed to being a reliable, authentic spokeswoman for the agriculture community and developing young people to reach their full potential. . He is actively involved in his church and enjoys hunting, reading, and activities with his grandchildren. He showed livestock growing up and was an active participant in both 4-H and FFA. (540) 633-1817 or (540) 231-3609 Hear from Hardywood Park Craft Brewery team and Virginia Tech Food Science and Technology faculty about the partnership and recipe development and learn about the current university fermentation program and student engagement. New Alumni Association Board of Directors President Lance L. Smith (business administration '68) and board Vice President Matthew M. Winston Jr. (marketing '90) have begun one-year terms. 85 B.S. Mr. Petersen of McLean, Virginia, is a principal at Arbor Strategies, LLC. Smith, who resides in Pinehurst, N.C., is a retired U.S. Air Force general. He also owns Foods For Thought Inc., which distributes natural Angus beef. 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. As a medical student, she served as the president of the Student Government Association and the student member of the Board of Visitors at VCU. Represent Virginia Agribusiness with a unified voice, serving as a liaison between the membership, Board of Directors and staff. 53% of our alumni reside in the Commonwealth of Virginia, followed by the adjacent states of North Carolina and Maryland at second and third. Meet the New Alumni Board of Directors President, Jeff Alexander August 10, 2022 Earlier this year, the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine's Alumni Board of Directors elected its next president, Jeff Alexander. Jim Smith . Networking and Interviewing. Seven new directors are elected each year. Take advantage of early bird rates today. In early 2014, Kate joined Hardywood Park Craft Brewery where she started up their Quality Assurance Program. Virginia Tech Advancement Division, Virginia Tech Alumni Relations in Civil Engineering. 19 M.S. For more information about Marshall's 2023 Homecoming celebrations, contact the Marshall University Alumni Association at (304) 696-3424 or for ticket information call 1-800-THE-HERD. 08 M.S. He was then appointed Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services where he spent over 12 years serving under four governors. Since opening, Hardywood has grown from two to more than 80 employees and was awarded the 2015 Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce Business IMPACT Award for its positive contributions to the community, and the 2015 Virginia Green Brewery of the Year by Virginia Green Travel. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 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. Apex Systems has more than 1200 full time employees, with over 60 offices, employs close to 30,000 IT consultants a year, and is now a division of the largest publicly traded IT Staffing and Services firm in America. Mr. Veatch co-founded Apex Systems, what is now a billion-dollar business primarily in the field of IT staff augmentation. Camille is currently an Engineering Group Manager for Instrument Panels and Floor Consoles in Interior Thermal Cabin Comfort Global Product Engineering. Agricultural Technology Rachel is excited to remain active on the board and work with such a great team of people! Riham Alieldin is a physician and a medical educator. Dixie and her husband, Johnny, a cattle farmer and businessman, have two sons, Kyle and Jacob. Virginia Tech Alumni Relations From there, she assumed the role of Manager for State Government Affairs for Troutman Sanders Strategies, before serving as Special Assistant to Governor Mark Warner. The Alumni Board of Directors will convene to provide a recommendation of the top 5 nominees through a majority vote. 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. Kate spent over 12 years working at AB at four of their domestic breweries and became their Assistant Brewmaster in Williamsburg, VA. Supply Chain Management (Michigan State University), Kimberly grew up on a cattle farm in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. The officially licensed Virginia Tech beer is in partnership with Hardywood Brewery, Eric McKay, Hardywood co-founder and president, Patrick Murtaugh, Hardywood co-founder and brewmaster, Kate Lee, Hardywood vice president of operations and quality, Brian Nelson '01, vice president of production, head brewer, and brewery engineer, Herbert Bruce, Virginia Tech assistant professor of practice for undergraduate education and master brewer, Brian Wiersema, Virginia Tech pilot plant manager. Daniel W. Bird Jr. 60 Honorary. Virginia Tech Alumni Relations They serve as an advisory board to the Alumni Association. Dr. Nelson completed her residency at Cornell University Medical Center at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. Linda enjoys giving back to her community, fueled by her interest in serving on the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Join us in connecting with local alumni, students, and the community to promote all things Virginia Tech. Alumni Association -The 12 members of the first graduating class of Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College organized an Alumni Association on Aug. 11, 1875, and elected officers. 2023 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Hill, of Midlothian, retired from SunTrust Bank in 2012 as both chairman for the Mid-Atlantic banking operations and consumer banking executive. Crop & Soil Environmental Science Join us in connecting with local alumni, students, and the community to promote all things Virginia Tech. In this capacity, she is responsible for the management and information technology services that the firm provides to its healthcare clients. Dave is also an active member of Grove United Methodist Church in Radford where he serves on the Ministries Board and is secretary of the Administrative Board. 901 Prices Fork Road Herbert graduated with a bachelor's in biochemistry and a minor in chemical engineering from Auburn University, a master's degree from Auburn University, and a doctoral from University of Virginia. Prior to that role, she was the senior program director for Virginia LISC, based in Richmond, which supported local organizations in developing more than $250 million in real estate in Central Virginia. Concurrently, she earned a masters degree in global automotive and manufacturing engineering from the University of Michigan. Blacksburg, VA Contents 1 Mission 2 Subsidiaries 3 See also 4 External links 5 References She enjoys playing competitive softball in tournaments around the country and watching college basketball and football. Education, Waterford, Virginia He serves on the Roanoke County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, the Virginia Farm Bureau Winegrape Commodity Advisory Board, andisPresident of the Virginia FFA Alumni Association. Career and Technical Education, specializing in Agricultural and Extension Education, Hillsboro, West Virginia Virginia Tech 926 West Campus Drive Derring Hall, Office 3066A Blacksburg, VA 24061 Office Phone: 1-2334 weiszr@vt.edu Holli Drewry A/P Faculty Representative Digital Content Strategist, Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS), 801 University City Blvd Blacksburg, VA 24061 Office Phone: 1-3682 hgdrewry@vt.edu Serena Young and reappointed on July 1, 2021 by Governor Northam. Ms. Long was appointed on July 1, 2017 by Governor McAuliffe and reappointed on July 1, 2021 by Governor Northam. Ms. Long is the recipient of numerous awards, including the 2017 Virginia Tech Distinguished Achievement Award, the Presidential Rank Award of Distinguished Executive, two Presidential Rank Awards of Meritorious Executive, two Department of Defense Medals for Distinguished Service, and three National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medals. in economics from Davidson College and MBA from Fordham University. in Animal Science and a Master of Public Administration, both from Virginia Tech, and was a member of Class IV of the Virginia Agriculture Leaders Obtaining Results (VALOR) Program. Brent Blevins '03 and '05 (center) shares a laugh with former U.S. Rep. Bob Goodlatte (right) and Virginia Tech President Tim Sands at a recent Hokies on the Hill reception. 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. In addition, he serves on the board of visitors at Virginia Tech and the boards of directors of the Southeastern Electric Exchange, the Virginia Tech Athletic Fund, MEGA Mentors, The Valentine museum, as well as on the executive committees of the EPRI Research Advisory and AEIC Power Delivery. Former board activities include terms with the Virginia FFA Foundation Board of Directors, Virginia Forage and Grassland Council Board, and the Botetourt Chamber of Commerce. She transitioned to the tobacco Leaf Procurement organization of Altria Client Services LLC in 2018 in a variety of roles supporting university relations, grower projects, stakeholder engagement, and corporate responsibility. 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. Calhoun was appointed Boeing president and chief executive in January 2020. Dr. Turner held two college presidencies, including Interim President of Bostons Roxbury Community College and the President of Urban College of Boston. Join the Alumni Business Directory We are proud supporters of the Bronco community. Virginia Tech Alumni Relations SPIA alumni reside across the nation, but there is a particularly strong community in the Washington D.C. Metro area. 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. UVA Alumni Association. Agricultural and Applied Economics She is of the Owner/Innkeeper of Herring Hall Bed and Breakfast. That's why we're launching our Bronco Alumni Business Directory. Mildred Rigney Johnson. Scott is currently serving as Vice President Commercial and Agriculture Lending at the Bank of Botetourt. Before his time on Capitol Hill, Zach worked as a Legislative Analyst in the Office of Congressional Relations at the United States Department of Agriculture. The award winner receives a plaque from the Virginia Tech Alumni Association. 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. (804) 435-1965 (540) 449-1134. Account Executive, JustWorks, Charlie Phlegar 79, 87 In October 2011, Eric and longtime friend Patrick Murtaugh founded Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in Richmond, Virginia. They serve as an advisory board to the Alumni Association. 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. Baine joined the company in 1995 as an associate engineer and since has held numerous engineering, operational and management positions. He is also an independent insurance agent for West Virginia Insurance Company. Linda continues to serve Virginia Tech, having been a member of the Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors, alongside her membership with the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy Council and her continued involvement with the Black Alumni Reunion. 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. Pamplin College of Business Advisory Council, the Virginia Tech Foundation Board of Directors, the Women and Leadership in Philanthropy Council, the Ut Prosim Society, the Audit Committee of the Foundation Board, and the MBA Alumni Advisory Board. Agricultural Engineering, Kilmarnock, Virginia Distinguished Professors 2022 Call for Nominations Alumni Distinguished Professor (ADP) and University Distinguished Professor (UDP) A call for nominations has been issued for faculty to be considered for appointment. Collaborate with the Executive Director and Director of Government . 2023 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement/COO, For over 25 years, Brad Hobbs has served as the President and CEO of Hobbs & Associates, a family-owned, independent commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business founded in 1984. 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. As a student, Zach held several leadership positions in agricultural and political science student organizations. Patrick is a member of the board of Directors of the Richmond Symphony. President Farmville, Virginia. There is no membership fee to participate. The Georgia Tech Alumni 40 Under 40 program recognizes a sampling of our innovators, trendsetters, and people to watch. He has a passion for horticulture and photography. Since graduation from Virginia Tech, Camille has worked for General Motors with roles in manufacturing engineering and product development. The Alumni Association Board of Directors nominating committee has proposed the following nominees for election to three-year terms from 2012 through 2015. While at Virginia Tech participated in Sigma Alpha, Agronomy Club, and Forestry Club. VMI Alumni Agencies Governing Boards. These cookies are used to improve your website and provide more personalized services to you, both on this website and through other media . He serves on the following boards and organizations: Roanoke County Farm Bureau Board of Directors (Secretary/Treasurer), Botetourt County Extension Leadership Council (Chairperson for the past five years); Botetourt County Fair Committee; Botetourt County adult 4-H leader, Roanoke Valley Hokie Club & Roanoke Valley VT Alumni Association. Growing up close to Blacksburg, Sarah Jane took the opportunity to head south as an Animal and Dairy Science major at the University of Georgia. She previously served as the Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and the Deputy Director of Naval Intelligence. Stefanie Kitchen Taillon is Assistant Director of Virginia Farm Bureau Governmental Relations. Take a look back at Virginia Tech's history as we approach the milestone of 100 years of women on campus. Dr. Laura Belmonte, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, will be leading the discussion with the five alumnae below. Mike currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Loudoun Farm Museum. Blevins serves on the Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors and is former president of the National Capital Region Alumni Chapter. February Postdoc Meet and Greet. Our Alumni Association has celebrated many successes over the years, delivering strong programming and services while operating with a high level of financial strength and viability. Originally from Farmville, Virginia, Normand was active in community service as a volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician. While at Virginia Tech, Camille was an active student leader involved with Student Alumni Associates, Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity, and ISE Student Ambassadors. Agricultural Education Kate graduated from North Carolina State University with a B.S. Tech Golden Bear Alumni Association; Alumni Legacy Circle; Golf Outings; TGBAA Scholarship; Records; Career Mentorship Program; Home; Tech Golden Bear Alumni Association; Board; Board. Business Representative, US Crop Protection, BASF, 11 B.S. 100. elizabethgalbreath17@gmail.com. He was named senior vice presidentPower Delivery, Dominion Energy Virginia in 2019 and assumed his current position in October 2020. in hospitality management. All rights reserved. The Board of Trustees is responsible for managing UWAA affairs and setting the tone and direction for the association. Descartar. She is a member of the Equity Operating Committee and has worked in Financial Services for over 30 years. Recently, I asked the Class of 2019 to reflect on their time at Virginia Tech. The former NFL star, Virginia Tech Hokies great and Thomas Dale Knights legend is making a positive impact in his hometown and beyond. Robyn earned dual bachelors degrees in architecture and political science. Before joining BHC, she was vice president for the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), a national non-profit community and economic development corporation. Ms. Carrie Chenery of Staunton, Virginia, is the founder and principal of Valley Pike Partners, an economic development and government relations consulting firm with a statewide mission to help companies, communities and organizations grow in Virginia. Past President His office is in Mechanicsville, VA. (and selected hours on football game weekends and special events). She is currently the President of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni Organization (CALSAO) Board of Directors. Agricultural Technology Tim is managing partner at Hillcrest Farm, a diversified cattle and row crop operation, where he oversees the farm's daily operations. Ms. Anna James of Suffolk, Virginia, is the Director of Business Development and Academic Affiliation at Sentara Healthcare. We'll also induct the Class of 1971 into Cornerstone Alumni. A family of Hokies, his wife, Linda, is an 82 graduate of Clothing, Textiles, and Related Apparel; their son, Tyler 08, holds a B.S. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 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. Agricultural Economics Secondary Ed, Agriculture,'04 B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies, Gladys, Virginia Brian is a 2001 graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in mechanical engineering. He became vice presidentPower Generation System Operations in 2013 and senior vice presidentTransmission & Customer Service in 2015. 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. She is also a member of the universitys Ut Prosim Society and Legacy Society. Camille received her bachelors degree from Virginia Tech in industrial and systems engineering with a minor in leadership and social change. Troy, Virginia 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. Working in large corporate houses and educational groups has given me the opportunity to improve understanding of people, process, and strategic issues. CALS Undergraduate Student Representative, Breanna Lytton . Holtzman Alumni Center (0102) (540) 460-3365 or (540) 291-2051 After graduation, Denise spent 22 years as an Intelligence Officer in the Marine Corps, earned a doctorate in English while living in the U.K., and currently serves on the Corps of Cadets Alumni Board of Directors. Find a contact within the Alumni Association. Board of Directors SPE: Inspiring Plastics Professionals . Navigating Feedback. Long is the Chairman of the Board of the Intelligence and National Security Alliance, and currently sits on the boards of T-Mobile, Parsons, COPT and Noblis. For the past seven years, Herbert has taught the applied malting and brewing science course for the Department of Food Science and Technology at Virginia Tech. The awards, which recognize alumni for contributions to Virginia Tech, are presented at University Commencement each year. Tracy Castle-Newman is a managing director at Morgan Stanley in Institutional Equity Sales. 1940s career Jack Victor Hattem, Laguna Woods, Calif., has authored several books about the life and death of Marilyn Monroe. The 47-year-old came from humble beginnings in the heart of . Most of his spare time is spent working on his part time commercial cow-calf operation in Botetourt County and traveling to as many Hokie sporting events as possible. The members of the Alumni Associations Board of Directors serve as ambassadors by helping to advocate for the university and more. Sarah Jane serves as the Manager of Ag Education and Strategic Partnerships Programming with the State Fair of Virginia and Meadow Event Park in Doswell, VA where she is excited to tell the ag story and cultivate a passion for agriculture in others. She received her B.S. 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. In addition to being a full-time classroom teacher, Jones serves as a Virginia state milk commissioner for the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and works as a National AgriScience Ambassador Trainer for DuPont USA, Lab-Aids, Inc., the National Association of Agricultural Educators and the National FFA. The members of the Alumni Association's Board of Directors serve as ambassadors by helping to advocate for the university and more. Virginia Tech Alumni Association Holtzman Alumni Center (0102) 901 Prices Fork Road Blacksburg, VA 24061 Virginia Tech alumni . 67 B.S. He earned a bachelor's degree in Finance from Virginia Tech in 1993. . He is responsible for all facets of Dominion Energy Virginia, a vertically integrated electric utility with generation, transmission and distribution assets that provides electric service to about 2.7 million customer accounts in Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. 103 total participants - 82 chapter officers - 37 chapter areas San Diego & Seattle Chapters traveled the furthest. Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences. Career and Technical Education. Board of Directors. Sarah Jane took every opportunity to get her hands dirty and found her passion while working at the university dairy, representing the Georgia Beef Board, visiting farms during spring break, studying abroad, and interning with the Virginia Cooperative Extension. More importantly, we provide additional resources to the commandant and staff in support of the strategic goals of the Corps. With event space, state-of-the-art technology, and spacious meeting rooms, the Holtzman Alumni Center is designed to accommodate almost any event. She serves as the staff liaison for Finance and Audit Committees for the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Dr. Nelson has served on the VCU-MCV Alumni Association Board and the Virginia Tech Alumni Association Board. Holtzman Alumni Center (0102) Dairy Science He is also presently serving as the president of Northam for Governor, Inc. Mr. Petersen earned his bachelor's degree from Washington University and holds a juris doctor degree from Georgetown University. This season will mark the third time the Monarchs have come to Huntington as the Homecoming opponent, with the Herd taking victories in 2021 and 2017. 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. She is also the Garden Coordinator for Healthy Suffolk, a local non-profit that supports community and school gardens. Sandra C. (Sandy) Davis is a native Virginian and resides in Blacksburg. Mr. Hobbs was appointed on July 1, 2022 by Governor Youngkin. Justice Elizabeth A. McClanahan Kate has been with Hardywood for the last 6 1/2 years.
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