USAWE Board of Directors
USAWE Directors and Administrators
USAWE is overseen by a Board of Directors. Day-to-day administrative tasks are performed by a volunteer team appointed to assist the BOD.
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- The USAWE Board of Directors consists of six Executive Committee Officers (President, President Elect, Treasurer, Secretary, and two At-Large Directors) and seven Regional Directors.
- The Administrative Assistant Team supports the clerical and financial administrative needs of the organization.
Our Board of Directors
Doreen Atkinson
President
Doreen Atkinson, a resident of Texas, rotated into the office of President in December of 2023. Her term runs through November of 2024.
Tracey Erway
President Elect
Tracey Erway resides in Oregon. She was elected to the office of President Elect in November of 2023. She will rotate into the office of President on December 1, 2024.
Amie Perryman
Secretary
Amie Perryman resides in Virginia. She was elected to serve as Secretary in 2024. Her term runs through November of 2026.
Leesa Nero
Treasurer
A resident of Florida, Leesa was appointed to the office of Treasurer in June of 2023. Her appointment is confirmed annually.
Amy Star
At-Large Director
Amy Star lives in Arizona. She was appointed to serve as At Large Director 1 on 11/13/24 for the remainder of the term which runs through November of 2025.
Cera Olson
At-Large Director
Cera Olson, a resident of Woodbine, Maryland, was appointed by the BOD on 8/14/24 to serve as At Large Director 2 for the remainder of the term. Her term runs through November of 2024.
Sara Mackenzie
Region 1 Director
Sara Mackenzie, a resident of Washington, was elected to serve as Region 1 Director in 2023. Her term runs through November of 2025.
Glynna Hoekstra
Region 2 Director
Glynna Hoekstra, a resident of California, was elected to serve as Region 2 Director in 2024. Her term runs through November of 2026.
Chris Stanko
Region 3 Director
Chris Stanko resides in Colorado. She was elected to serve as Region 3 Director in 2023. Her term runs through November of 2025.
Kiki Pantaze
Region 4 Director
Kiki Pantaze, a resident of Texas, was re-elected to serve as Region 4 Director in 2024. Her term runs through November of 2026.
Sara Barnwell
Region 5 Director
Sara Barnwell lives in Michigan. She was elected to serve as Region 5 Director in 2023. Her term runs through November of 2025.
Holly Linz
Region 6 Director
Holly Linz lives in Maryland. She was appointed to serve as Region 6 Director on 9/11/24 for the remainder of the term which runs through November of 2024.
Patricia Melton
Region 7 Director
Patricia Melton lives in North Carolina. She was elected to serve as Region 7 Director in 2023. Her term runs through November of 2025.
Our Administrative Assistant Team
The Administrative Assistant Team supports the Board of Directors in the day-to-day operations of the organization. These volunteer assistant positions are appointed by the Board as needed and are confirmed annually. Administrative Assistants do not vote on Board decisions.
Kris Blacklock
Clerical/Treasurer Assistant
Kris Blacklock lives in Wisconsin. She was appointed to serve as a Clerical/Treasurer Assistant on December 13, 2023. Her appointment runs through November of 2024.
Kristine Strasburger
Clerical Assistant
Kristine Strasburger lives in Nebraska. She was appointed to serve as a Clerical Assistant on February 21, 2024. Her appointment runs through November of 2024.
Emily Osborne
Volunteer Coordinator
Emily Osborne lives in South Carolina. She was appointed to serve as Volunteer Coordinator on September 11, 2024. Her appointment runs through November of 2025.
Kathy Orr
Treasurer’s Assistant
Kathy Orr lives in Oregon. She was appointed to serve as a Treasurer’s Assistant on February 21, 2024. Her appointment runs through November of 2024.
