Kenett is the Vulnerable Populations Manager for Blue Ridge Health, an FQHC that serves 9 counties in WNC. For the past 18 years he has worked in community health with a special focus on underserved populations. He graduated with a Masters in Public Health from UNC Chapel Hill. Kenett enjoys spending time with his children and exploring all the beauty that WNC has to offer.
Damian Chipriano is not a native of western North Carolina but considers it his home since 2012. He received a Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics from The Pennsylvania State University and has worked in the healthcare industry for most of his career. Currently, Damian serves as the Financial Services Director for Carilion Clinic whose main hospital is located in Roanoke, VA. Previously, he was the Manager of Decision Support and Cost Accounting as well as the financial liaison of the Behavioral Health service line for Mission Health in Asheville, NC. Outside of work and being an advocate for several non-profit organizations, Damian likes to travel with his wife, Jessica, and their rescue dog, Abbey.
Terry is a Partner of a local CPA firm with offices in Hendersonville and Brevard. He is a graduate of University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. He has been treasurer of various nonprofits over the last twenty-plus years including Four Seasons Hospice, Interfaith Assistance Ministry, The Free Clinics, Carolina Village and Thrive. He is also Finance chair and Treasurer for Grace Lutheran Church. Terry and his wife, Jane, have 2 adult children.
Bryan has lived in Hendersonville since 2012, however he has been exploring the mountains and communities of Western North Carolina his whole life. He is the owner of B² Realty and is a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church. Bryan enjoys serving as Emcee for local civic and nonprofit events and hiking in the mountains. He has two sons attending the University of North Carolina Charlotte.
As the Vice President of Human Resources, Bobby guides the talent and culture supporting WNC Source's 60-year legacy of essential community service. He oversees HR strategies that empower the team to deliver vital early childhood education, housing support, transportation, and eldercare services. He holds a Master's Degree in Human Resources Development from Clemson University and carries 25 years of industry experience, backed by his SHRM-SCP certification. A dedicated family man, Bobby spends his free time with his son and their two rescue dogs.
Stephanie Gilliam, Constituent Services Coordinator- City Manager’s Office with the City of Asheville, serves as a Member of the Board of Directors for Thrive. Stephanie worked at Thrive for about 7 years, starting as a Generalist at the Clubhouse and then transitioning to the Housing Department. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted many community social and mental health challenges, leading Stephanie to make the difficult decision to leave Thrive to pursue a Master’s in Social Work at Western Carolina University. After settling back into real work post-grad school, Stephanie decided she was ready to fall back in love with Thrive by joining the Board. Stephanie will use her degree, previous employment experience, and passion for Thrive’s clients to inform her work on the Policy Committee and Facilities and Services Committee.
Board Service Information
Who can serve on the board at Thrive?
Anyone who cares about our mission!
The Thrive Board of Directors are volunteers from all walks of life who have a passion for mental health and housing in our community. Board members help to make sure the organization is thriving by overseeing the daily operations. They serve on committees to help with things like fundraising or finances, and they also contribute to Thrive financially. Each board member gives to Thrive at a level that is comfortable for them.
If you think you might like to serve on the board, contact our Executive Director, Chris Parker at cparker@thrive4health.org.
Board members can access board-specific info HERE.