Several band members from E.C. Glass and Heritage high schools were selected to the 2012 Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association All-District Honor Band. More than 500 students from 25 different high schools across Central and Southwest Virginia auditioned Saturday at Salem High School. E.C. Glass’s Leslie Roeser, Mary Ellen Golcheski and Graham Martin and Heritage’s Jun Young Park also qualified for All-State auditions in February.

Members from E.C. Glass who were selected to the All-District Honor Band are:

Adam Robey, 3rd chair Concert Band, Trombone

Hailey Roeser, 2nd Alternate, Bari Sax

Evan Sizemore, 13th chair Concert Band, Clarinet

Cassidy Sheehan, 5th chair Tuba, Symphonic Band

Beth Hayes, 4th chair Tuba, Symphonic Band

Samantha Casey, 4th chair Bassoon, Symphonic Band

Mychael Ward, 6th chair Trumpet, Symphonic Band

Mary Ellen Golcheski, 1st chair Oboe (#1 in district), Symphonic Band

Leslie Roeser, 1st chair Flute (#1 in district), Symphonic Band

Graham Martin, 1st chair Trombone (#1 in district), Symphonic Band

Members from Heritage High School who were selected to the All-District Honor Band are:

Alyssa Baber, 2nd Chair Symphonic, Contra Bass Clarinet

Jun Young Park, 5th Chair Symphonic, Clarinet

Shari Sites, 13th Chair, Symphonic, Clarinet

Brea Marshall, 23rd Chair Symphonic, Clarinet

Andrew Newman, 3rd Chair Symphonic, Baritone

Christina Trail, 12^th Chair Symphonic, Trumpet

Jimmy Roberts has joined Scott Insurance as a surety bonds specialist in the Richmond office.  Jimmy is a native of Kenbridge, VA, and graduated from Virginia Tech. He comes to Scott with over 16 years in the agency surety business and has surety expertise specific to the needs of the construction industry.

The Future Focus Foundation was developed to sustain and expand STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) educational opportunities for youth in grades K-12, both through the public education system and community involvement. The foundation’s programs build a solid platform for future sustainability and ensure that all area youth have knowledge of STEM careers and exposure to the underlying skills and thought processes necessary for success in these careers.

“STEM education is critical to the development of society and the future success of our youth,” Narehood said. “We must be preparing our youth to compete in a global marketplace and to keep U.S. industries as leaders on the world stage. Region 2000 businesses should have to look no further than their own backyard to find highly trained employees. I look forward to building upon the successful existing Foundation programs established by the Technology Council and finding new directions based on the needs of the Region 2000 communities.”

Narehood served as an Extension Agent with the Campbell County 4H Virginia Cooperative Extension Office for seven years. She was responsible for managing all 4H outreach programs for the County, including camps, clubs and in-school activities. She also served as a Unit Coordinator with the Extension Office for four years and was responsible for office administration, budgets, staff supervision and liaising between the district office and local government.

Narehood holds a B.S. in Animal and Poultry Science and a M.S. in Career and Technical Education from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

Abe Loper, Young Professionals of Central Virginia Executive Director, has been named to Senator Mark Warner’s Young Professional Planning Committee.

Born out of Senator Mark Warner’s desire to bring Virginia’s next generation of leaders together to build strong connections across the Commonwealth, the first Young Professional’s Summit was held last month in Richmond. Warner believes that Virginia’s young professionals are “our best hope to keep the Commonwealth moving forward,” and over 300 young professionals attended the first, very successful event.

Loper helped plan the first summit and was selected again to join the 2012 Young Professional’s Summit planning committee. Loper was chosen “specifically as a result of his leadership and commitment to our Region 2000 community,” according to a letter from Senator Warner’s office.

Travis McDonald, Director of Architectural Restoration at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, was awarded the prestigious Architecture Medal for Virginia Service at the Visions for Architecture gala November 4 at the Virginia Museum of Fine Art in Richmond.

The Architecture Medal for Virginia Service is the highest citizen award given by the Virginia Society of the American Institute of Architects. This year’s award was presented jointly by the Society and the Virginia Center for Architecture. The medal honors an individual or organization that has made what the Society describes as, “an unusually significant contribution to Virginia’s built environment or to the public’s understanding and awareness of the built environment.”

In its recognition of McDonald, the Society’s Honors Committee said his work, “…truly took the idea of restoration as a private event and turned it into a very public phenomenon, creating a wonderful public education opportunity.”

An architectural historian, McDonald joined Poplar Forest in 1989 as Director of Architectural Restoration. He has led the architectural restoration team of restoration architect, restoration advisory panel and restoration crew since the beginning of this preservation and restoration project.

Dr. Golnaz Javey has joined the team at Piedmont Eye Center as a new physician. Javey received her medical school training and medicine internship at Eastern Virginia Medical School. She then went on to complete an ophthalmology residency at Virginia Commonwealth University followed by fellowship training in retinal and vitreous surgery at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Baylor College of Medicine.

As a board certified retinal specialist, Javey’s expertise includes treating patients with diabetes, macular degeneration, “floaters,” retinal detachments, and other retinal problems using some of the most advanced technology available.

Out of 1.5 million entrants, roughly 16,000 become semifinalists. By meeting high academic standards and other requirements, semifinalists have the opportunity to advance to finalists who can ultimately be chosen for Merit Scholarship awards. Approximately 8,300 finalists are awarded Merit Scholarships.

High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Approximately 50,000 entrants with the highest scores are recognized in the program. Two-thirds of the high scorers are named Commended Students, and the remaining third become Semifinalists. The Commended Students no longer compete for National Merit Scholarships but can become candidates for special scholarships sponsored by corporations and businesses.

Catherine Mosley has joined Virginia’s Region 2000 Partnership as its Communications Officer/Program Manager. She is responsible for managing communications and marketing for the Partnership, as well as investor relations and supporting on-going and new regional economic development programs.

“Catherine brings a wealth of communications experience from her years in industry, nonprofit and journalism,” Bryan David, Executive Director of Virginia’s Region 2000 Economic Development Council, said. “We look forward to having her help us tell the story of our great region.”

With over 20 years experience in marketing, communications and public relations, Mosley came to Region 2000 from AREVA where she served as an External Communications and Public Relations Specialist. As a writer, she has been published in various publications including the News & Advance, Lynchburg Living, The Roanoke Times, Valley Business FRONT and The Roanoker magazine. She is a graduate of Wake Forest University and serves on the Lynchburg City Schools Special Education Advisory Committee and the Lynchburg City Schools Partners in Education Board.

Elizabeth Thomas Koss has been promoted to President of Benchmark Systems, a leading Internet based provider of medical practice information solutions. Koss joined Benchmark Systems in 1989 as the manager of accounting. During her 22-year tenure, she has served in various positions and departments including CFO and most recently as Vice President of Operations. Prior to joining Benchmark, Koss worked in public accounting. She is a graduate of Liberty University with a degree in business administration. She obtained her CPA license in 1993 and is currently pursuing her Masters of Business Administration with a specialization in Leadership. She is a native of Lynchburg and is married to David Koss.

Roger H. Green, the past President and principal owner, will continue his role as Chairman of the Board of Benchmark. Green grew up in Lynchburg and is a graduate of Lynchburg College. He has served on a number of boards in the area and continues to serve on the Board of Trustees of Lynchburg College. Prior to forming Benchmark Systems in 1978, Green was Computer Services Manager for the City of Lynchb

Pete Goumas has been named Vice President, Programs, Contracts and Business Development. Goumas, who most recently held the position of Vice President, Non-Fuel Manufacturing and Business Development, has 26 years of manufacturing, operations and project management experience at B&W and Marine Mechanical Corporation.

E. Todd Brown has been named Vice President, Non-Fuel Manufacturing. He has 31 years of experience with the company, including the management of the Engineering and Operations departments at the B&W NOG-Lynchburg facility, as well as the Strategic Improvements and Procurement functions across the B&W NOG organization.

Bobby Morcom has been named Director, Strategic Improvements, Procurement and Central Planning. Morcom has 36 years of experience with B&W and has a broad background in technical and operations management, as well as the overall B&W NOG planning function.

Meg Smith, a teacher at Dunbar Middle School for Innovation in Lynchburg, has been selected as the Region V Teacher of the Year. Smith has been a teacher at Dunbar Middle School for Innovation for seventeen years as well as a leader for aspiring teachers on the collegiate level.  On September 20, she was presented with a letter of recognition from Governor Robert F. McDonnell as well as a congratulatory letter and certificate from the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Region V consists of 20 school divisions. Each division selected a teacher to represent them in the regional competition. Smith will now compete on the state level.

Matthew R. Estes, D.D.S., has joined the staff of Riley Dental Associates of Central Virginia at their state-of-the-art dental facility at 3709 Old Forest Road in Lynchburg. Dr. Estes received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry in 2011. He graduated from James Madison University in 2007 with a Bachelors Degree in Biology. Originally from Richmond, Virginia, he relocated to Lynchburg in 2011 to join Riley Dental Associates. Dr. Estes is married to Carolyn, who is a Physical Therapist in the area. For more information, visit www.rileydentalassociates.com.

Brian Witt has joined Central Virginia Family Physicians as Chief Operating Officer. Witt has more than 25 years of experience as a health care administrator and brings an extensive background in ambulatory care operations to the job. He also serves as the Executive Director of MD Resource, LLC, which provides practice management services to Central Virginia Family Physicians, involving 34 physicians and more than 200 employees in 11 clinic locations. He is a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College and has a Master of Health Administration degree from Baylor University. Witt is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a member of the Medical Group Management Association and the American College of Medical Practice Executives.

Leslie Gryder, chemist with the City of Lynchburg’s Department of Utilities, was presented with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Region 3 Top Operator of the Year Award during a reception to be held in her honor on August 25.  Gryder received the award from Dr. Wes Kleene, Director of the Office of Drinking Water, Virginia Department of Health. The EPA Region 3 Top Operator of the Year Award is an individual regional award given to certified operator(s) who exemplify exceptional work practices on the job and in their community.  The award is presented annually by the Office of Drinking Water and Source Water Protection in recognition of outstanding performance and practices by certified operators in Region 3.

SELECT BANK ANNOUNCES THE PROMOTIONS OF SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT

Walter G. “Chip” Mason II has been promoted to Senior Vice President/Professional and Executive Banking for Select Bank. Mason joined Select Bank in May of 2007 serving as Vice President. Mason, a native of Lynchburg, formerly served with Community First Bank, where he was an organizing officer and Senior Vice President. He also served with MainStreet Bank and Sovran Bank and has over 33 years’ experience in the banking industry. Mason is a graduate of the College of William and Mary and the Virginia Bankers School at the University of Virginia, as well as the Robert Morris Association Credit School at East Carolina University. Currently, he serves as a board member of the YMCA. He previously served as past President and board member of the United Way of Central Virginia.

Laura J. Duncum, was promoted to Vice President of Human Resources. Duncum joined Select Bank in May of 2007 serving as Assistant Vice President of Human Resources. A native of Lynchburg, she formerly served with Community First Bank, where she was Vice President of Human Resources. Duncum also served with MainStreet Bank and Signet and has over 40 years’ experience in the banking industry. She attended Longwood College and previously served as a board member of the Retail Merchants Association of Lynchburg.

HIRED

NEW FACES JOIN HICKEY ELECTRIC HEATING & AIR

Carlton Fisher has joined Hickey Electric Heating & Air of Lynchburg as Manager of their HVAC Division.   Fisher has more than 20 years experience in the heating and air conditioning industry and holds multiple certifications and licenses. Fisher has extensive training and experience in the installation and service of geothermal heat pump systems, including not only horizontal and vertical loop fields, but lake loop construction techniques as well, bringing invaluable resources to the team of professionals at Hickey Electric Heating & Air.

Stephen Ansel has joined Hickey Electric Heating & Air as Project Manager of their Commercial Electrical Division. Ansel has more than 10 years experience in the Commercial Electrical industry, holds a degree in Electrical Theory from IEC in Denver, Colorado, as well as multiple professional electrical licenses. The addition of Ansel to their staff broadens Hickey Electric Heating & Air’s abilities to offer comprehensive commercial electrical services to Lynchburg and surrounding area businesses and organizations.

LOCAL LEADERS APPOINTED TO NEW ROLES

New Director at SBDC

The Region 2000 Small Business Development Center (SBDC) recently welcomed Martin Giudice to serve as Director, focusing on technology-based business development. In this new role, Giudice will work with area companies and entrepreneurs in areas of strategic planning, turnaround support, and operational and quality system review. Tech-based business startups may call on Giudice for free business counseling and ongoing support, as well as the possibility to lease office, warehouse or manufacturing space in a modern business incubator. Loan services are also available on-site. Giudice can be reached at (434) 582-6170 or sbdcdir@lbdc.com and www.lbdc.com.

Economic Development Director appointed to Appomattox County

Former WSET news anchor and public relations director Jeff Taylor has been hired as the new Economic Development Director for Appomattox County. In addition to his 27 years experience with WSET in various leadership roles, Taylor worked as a Program Manager for Region 2000 from 1990-1997. He can be reached at (434) 352-2637 or at Jeff.Taylor@AppomattoxCountyVA.gov.

Economic Development Director appointed to Bedford County

Traci Blido, Program Manager/Communication Officer for Virginia’s Region 2000 Partnership, joins Bedford County as Economic Development Director. She has been in her current role for more than four years where she has implemented a communication and branding strategy and worked on regional economic development programming. Prior to Region 2000, she worked for Ericsson Inc. as Director of Internal Communications for the North American market unit. In her new role, Blido can be reached at (540) 587-5670 or at tblido@bedfordcountyva.gov.

W. Michael Bryant has been named as the next president and CEO of Centra. He will replace George W. Dawson, who will retire this fall after nearly three decades at the helm of the national award-winning healthcare system, headquartered in Lynchburg. Bryant is expected to begin his new role on October 10.

Bryant is currently president and CEO of Methodist Health Services Corporation, which includes Methodist Medical Center of Illinois, a 329-bed nonprofit, regional integrated tertiary medical center located in Peoria, Illinois. Bryant has led Methodist Health Services Corporation since 1999, and is nationally recognized for outstanding quality and service. His appointment was unanimously approved by the Centra Board of Directors after a six-month national search. The board engaged an executive search firm to help identify top candidates across the country.

“We feel confident that we have made the right choice in our new CEO,” Ken White, Chairman of Centra’s Board, said in a press release. “Centra has earned national recognition, and we know Michael will help us continue to provide our region with nationally ranked, top quality healthcare. We are fortunate to be able to build on the foundation George has developed over nearly 30 years. As a board, we believe Michael will help us stay completely focused on continuing our strategy to remain a locally governed, nonprofit integrated healthcare system providing a comprehensive range of healthcare services for our region.”

Bryant, 56, has more than 20 years experience leading two health systems—­Methodist and the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton in Hamilton, New Jersey. As president and CEO of Methodist Medical Center, Bryant oversees a tertiary medical center with approximately 3,000 employees, more than 700 physicians and an employed medical group with 167 physicians and providers located in 32 sites in six counties, a Physician Hospital Organization (PHO) for managed care, numerous joint ventures, a 500-student college of nursing and two medical residencies, all serving an area of 1 million people. Methodist has earned national prominence for quality and patient and physician satisfaction.

“Naming George’s successor has been difficult. Not only has his visionary leadership helped earn Centra a national reputation for quality, but he also has ensured Centra’s focus on improving the health for all people in our region. George will leave a lasting legacy of personal achievement for the betterment of our community,” White said.

During his nearly three decades, Dawson led the transformation of Centra from three community hospitals to a major national healthcare leader. Today, Centra has 6,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 500, Lynchburg General, Virginia Baptist and Southside Community hospitals, health and rehabilitation centers, a cancer center and physician practices serving an area from Bedford to Farmville and from Nelson County to Danville. In addition, Centra’s services include residential outpatient mental health facilities, home health and hospice programs, mammography centers, a sleep disorders center and a center for wound care and hyperbaric medicine.

Bryant will be moving to Lynchburg with his wife, Paula. The couple has three children, Elyse, Eric and Evan. Dawson and his wife, Rosemary, plan to stay in the Lynchburg area and continue to be actively involved in the regional community.

LOCAL CONTRACTOR HONORED BY BUTLER MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Coleman-Adams Construction has received three distinguished awards from Butler Manufacturing Company, a world leader in the manufacture of pre-engineered metal building systems. The awards are the following:

“High Performance Builder” for exceeding annual trade area goals and demonstrating superior marketing skills in 2010; less than 10 percent of Butler Dealers were presented this award.

“Million Dollar Builder” for selling at least $1 million in Butler buildings and roof systems in 2010; less than 5 percent of Butler Dealers achieved this mark.

“$45 Million Sales Level”—Coleman-Adams has reached an impressive $45 million in sales of Butler’s products since their association began in 1974.

Coleman-Adams Construction was founded in 1971 and is celebrating its 40^th year as one of Central Virginia’s leading design/build commercial and industrial contractors.

SELECT BANK ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF ATKINS

Select Bank announces the retirement of Donald E. Atkins, Sr. after serving more than 52 years in the local banking industry. Atkins retired on June 30 as Senior Vice President/Retail Banking. Atkins joined Select Bank in May of 2007, serving as Vice President. Formerly, he served with Community First Bank, BB&T and First Virginia Bank Southwest.

Atkins will continue to serve as a goodwill ambassador for Select Bank.  He currently serves as a board member of the Campbell County Social Services Board and as Vice Chairman for the Foundation Board for the Campbell County Library.

Harvey Design Land Architects is pleased to announce the hiring of Hu Di as a Landscape Design Intern. Di is from Hangzhou, China. He graduated from Michigan State University with an Honor B.S. degree in Crop and Soil Science (Turfgrass Management), and is currently in his last year in the Master’s program of Landscape Architecture at the University of Virginia. He has worked projects in New Orleans, Washington, Venice, Italy and Hamburg, Germany.

PROMOTED

First National Bank is pleased to announce the following recent personnel promotions:

Altavista-

Shawn Stone, Vice President and Commercial Officer

Nancy Holt, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager, Main Office

Andria Smith, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager, Vista Office

April Morris, Retail Business Development Officer, Main Office

Lynchburg-

Thomas (Tim) Burnett, Senior Vice President & Chief Lending Officer

Vivian Brown, Vice President, Retail Sales & Service Manager

Marian Marshall, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager, Forest Office

Courtney Woody, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager, Old Forest Road

Melissa Campbell, Retail Business Development Officer, Airport Office

ACHEIVEMENT

Andy Klepac, in Hurt & Proffitt’s Lynchburg office, has passed his PE exam. Klepac graduated in 2006 from the University of Virginia with a degree in Civil Engineering. He has five years of engineering experience, with an emphasis on site layout, grading, E&S plan preparation and storm water management. During his almost three years at Hurt & Proffitt, he has had the opportunity to work on a variety of land development, utility and roadway projects.

Hurt & Proffitt is also pleased to announce that Chad Hodges has passed his EIT exam. Hodges will graduate in December 2011 from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology and a minor in Engineering Management. He has been employed by Hurt & Proffitt for over four years. During this time, he has helped draft/design multiple water and sewer systems, including the eight mile water line from Concord to Appomattox.

AWARDED

The Wingate by Wyndham in Lynchburg has received a “TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” which honors top-rated lodging businesses, restaurants and attractions, as reviewed by travelers on the world’s largest travel site.

To qualify, these businesses must maintain an average rating of four or higher out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include volume of reviews and how recently they have been submitted by TripAdvisor travelers. The accolade is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide.

“The Wingate at Wyndham is pleased to receive the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Sue Spencer, General Manager of the Wingate at Wyndham. “We strive to offer our guests a memorable experience, and this award is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveler reviews on TripAdvisor.”

Located just two miles from Lynchburg Regional Airport at 3777 Candlers Mountain Road, the Wingate at Wyndham offers 131 rooms. All Wingate by Wyndham hotels offer hot breakfast daily, copying and printing in 24-hour business centers, high-speed Internet service, meeting space, exercise facilities and whirlpools.

Mark Coleman, MHA, CMPE, has been named by Centra to the new position as director of Danville Operations of the Centra Medical Group.

A board-certified medical practice executive, Coleman has more than 15 years experience in practice management, leadership and medical practice consulting. Prior to his appointment as director of operations in Danville, he was a senior consultant with Healthcare Consulting Inc. and Employee Benefit Services in Lynchburg. He previously served as practice administrator/director for The Cardiovascular Group of the Centra Stroobants Heart Center in Lynchburg, and practice administrator with Jackson Eye Associates in Jackson, Mississippi.

There are currently three office locations for the Centra Medical Group in Danville and Centra will soon be expanding services to include urgent care, neurosurgery, vascular and additional primary care physicians.

HIRED

Master Engineers And Designers, Inc., is pleased to announce the hiring of the following staff:

Jeremy L. Lucas, P.E. as a Structural Project Engineer.  Lucas graduated from Lafayette College with a B.S. degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering. He also holds a M.S. in Structural Engineering from Virginia Tech.

Kevin F. Harris, E.I.T. as an Assistant Structural Engineer. Harris graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering.

HONORED

Electronic Systems, Inc. (ESI) announced today that it has been recognized as a winner of the prestigious HP Partner in Excellence Award for corporate philanthropy during the 2011 HP Americas Partner Conference held in April in Las Vegas.

Electronic Systems was recognized with the Power of Technology in Community Innovation Award for their innovative philanthropic IT practices in support of the AAU Junior Olympic Games held last summer in Hampton Roads. ESI donated over $20,000 of equipment, service, and materials to keep the event running smoothly.

In total, ESI provided 408 computers, 183 printers, 123 multifunction devices, and 36 fax machines to the games.  The equipment was spread out among 12 locations in five different cities during the two-week event.  Each venue required careful attention to technology requirements, delivery logistics, and site operations. ESI employees also volunteered at various events throughout the competition.

“I am very proud of what ESI has accomplished,” Kurt Schmelz, president of Electronic Systems’ Information Solutions Group, said. ”Whether supplying computers and networking equipment to a national event like the Junior Olympics, or rallying to support our local food banks through grass roots fundraising efforts, our employees have shown the tremendous impact that results when technology and service to the community are paired together.”

ESI was selected for the award by a panel of executives from the HP Solution Partners Organization. They honored Electronic Systems for embracing HP’s vision of integrating IT services in support of community needs by applying technology solutions that achieve a broad impact in their local communities.

After nearly eight years of service, Gwen Eddleman, Ed.D., retired from her position as president and CEO of Centra Southside Community Hospital in Farmville on March 22. E.W. Tibbs, Jr., formerly Centra’s senior vice president of operations, has since assumed Eddleman’s role as president and CEO.

Eddleman began her career as a nurse and over the past 45 years has served in top roles in hospitals across the country. She was recruited as CEO by the Southside Community Hospital Board of Directors and embarked on an 18-month formal strategic planning process to identify options to ensure the viability of the hospital. This strategic planning process led the board to the conclusion that a partnership with Centra would ensure a strong, state-of-the-art hospital after the affiliation.

Not only was Eddleman instrumental in Southside hospital joining Centra in 2006, but she facilitated the integration of Southside into the Centra system and provided oversight for the continued expansion and improvement of healthcare services to the Farmville area. Eddleman oversaw the improvement of important healthcare services, including the 2007 construction of Southside’s new birthing center to replace the 1957 vintage delivery rooms, the hospital’s recent renovation of its patient rooms as well as many other projects that have supported enhanced quality and safety for patients in the Farmville facility.

Along with his role as new president and CEO, Tibbs also will continue his other professional responsibilities at Centra Lynchburg General and Centra Virginia Baptist hospitals, including emergency services and surgical services. As a result of this leadership restructuring, he will have clinical responsibility across the three hospitals and accelerate the development of consistent clinical process across the Centra system.

Tibbs has been with Centra since 2006, and as the senior vice president for operations, has broad clinical and operational leadership responsibilities. He is a registered nurse and holds a B.S. in nursing, a master of business administration and has more than 15 years in healthcare management, including three years as the president and CEO of Bedford Memorial Hospital.

HIRED

Hurt & Proffitt, Inc is pleased to announce the hiring of W. Chris Nixon as the Director of Environmental Services. Nixon is returning to Hurt & Proffitt after a 15-year period working throughout the Northern U.S. specifically for medium and large A/E firms. He has over 19 years of experience within the environmental and industrial hygiene industry. Nixon holds several certifications and/or licenses: Asbestos Inspector, Management Planner, Abatement Designer, Project Monitor and Lead Risk Assessor, etc.

Nixon has extensive experience as an industrial hygienist providing indoor air quality assessments for microbiological agents, methamphetamines and unknown chemicals. He broadens our abilities to provide OSHA compliance monitoring for industrial/manufacturing facilities. Environmentally, Nixon will bring his expertise to Hurt & Proffitt, developing Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments, air permitting and other DEQ related permitting activities.

ELECTED

Mark W. Maslow, President of Southern Landscape Group, Inc., has been elected President of the Board of Directors for the Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association (VNLA). The VNLA is a 79-year-old statewide trade organization serving landscape contractors, nursery growers and garden centers. Maslow had served as the Public Relations Chairman for the past four years, as Vice President the last year and as Secretary/Treasurer for one year. Maslow’s company, Southern Landscape Group, Inc. is a national, award-winning residential and commercial landscape design/build firm..