Veterans Bridge Home Welcomes New Board Members With Experience Leading Private, Non-Profit and Public Sectors
CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / September 17, 2024 / Veterans Bridge Home (VBH), a leading non-profit supporting veterans and their families across the Carolinas, proudly announces the addition of five esteemed professionals to its board of directors. These new members bring vast experience in military service and corporate leadership, enhancing VBH's mission to help veterans transition smoothly into civilian life.
"We are thrilled to welcome these outstanding leaders to our board," said Blake Bourne, CEO of Veterans Bridge Home. "Their expertise and dedication to veterans will strengthen our efforts to make a meaningful impact on veterans and their families throughout the Carolinas."
The new board members include:
Randi Palmere, Senior Vice President at Bank of America, leads Global Response and Business Continuity efforts. She also co-executes the Charlotte Military Support and Assistance Group and serves on multiple advisory boards, actively supporting veterans and the community.
Sean Reilly, Regional Vice President for Lowe's, brings over 25 years of retail experience. He is passionate about community service and veteran support, serving on the board of Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte and volunteering for the Autism Society of North Carolina.
Colonel Seth Wheeler, (Ret.), a Board-Certified Financial Planner® and founder of Halcyon Wealth Strategies, has over 25 years of military service, primarily in Special Operations. His military honors include three Bronze Stars and two Defense Meritorious Service Medals.
Lisa Yankie, a global HR executive, is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Odyssey Logistics. With extensive experience in Fortune 100 companies, Lisa focuses on talent development and leadership succession. She is active on multiple advisory boards.
Brigadier General Twanda "Tia" Young, (Ret), a decorated veteran with over 30 years of service, is an expert in leadership development and career coaching. She is the founder of LT3 Leads and a professor, with honors including the Distinguished Service Medal and the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
These new members are deeply engaged in the veteran and local communities, and their contributions will further Veterans Bridge Home's mission to support veterans through comprehensive services.
For more information, visit VeteransBridgeHome.org.
About Veterans Bridge Home: Veterans Bridge Home is a non-profit organization connecting, leading, and advocating for veterans, service members, and their families to help them thrive. With services across the Carolinas, VBH provides employment support, healthcare access, housing resources, and more, aimed at overcoming the unique challenges veterans face.
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Contact Information
Lori Noonan
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
lnoonan@veteransbridgehome.org
404-934-4343
SOURCE: Veterans Bridge Home
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