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Marvin W. Gilliam, Jr. leads MAM Development, LLC and chairs the Marcia and Marvin Gilliam, Jr. Foundation. He was previously a part owner and vice president of Cumberland Resources Corp. in Abingdon, Virginia, ultimately overseeing the company’s acquisition by Massey Energy.
He has served on the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia (UVA) and is currently on the College Board of UVA Wise. He is actively involved in various standing committees and search committees for both educational institutions.
Marvin holds positions on the Board of Trustees of Barter Theatre and the Virginia Athletics Foundation and formerly served as a Trustee on the board of Johnston Memorial Hospital. As a profound philanthropist, he has sponsored scholarships and construction projects at UVA Wise and is a supporter of their academic and athletics departments. Additionally, Marvin has made significant contributions to Barter Theatre, the William King Museum of Art, and numerous other local charities.
A graduate of J.J. Kelly High School in Wise, Virginia, Marvin continued his education at the University of Virginia, earning a bachelor’s degree in economics.
He is married to Marcia Adams Gilliam, who shares his passion for community leadership and betterment.
Marvin W. Gilliam, Jr. leads MAM Development, LLC and chairs the Marcia and Marvin Gilliam, Jr. Foundation. He was previously a part owner and vice president of Cumberland Resources Corp. in Abingdon, Virginia, ultimately overseeing the company’s acquisition by Massey Energy.
He has served on the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia (UVA) and is currently on the College Board of UVA Wise. He is actively involved in various standing committees and search committees for both educational institutions.
Marvin holds positions on the Board of Trustees of Barter Theatre and the Virginia Athletics Foundation and formerly served as a Trustee on the board of Johnston Memorial Hospital. As a profound philanthropist, he has sponsored scholarships and construction projects at UVA Wise and is a supporter of their academic and athletics departments. Additionally, Marvin has made significant contributions to Barter Theatre, the William King Museum of Art, and numerous other local charities.
A graduate of J.J. Kelly High School in Wise, Virginia, Marvin continued his education at the University of Virginia, earning a bachelor’s degree in economics.
He is married to Marcia Adams Gilliam, who shares his passion for community leadership and betterment.
Dr. Haytham Adada has played a vital role in bringing advanced pulmonary and critical care services to the region with Ballad Health Medical Associates. He has been the medical director of Critical Care services at Johnston Memorial Hospital (JMH) for over a decade while also providing care at Holston Valley Medical Center and Johnson City Medical Center.
As a published author, he served as a principal investigator for numerous research publications in addition to significant contributions to COVID-19 clinical studies and treatment. He received the Servant’s Heart Award from Ballad Health, the James Gibson Medical Staff Leadership Award and was named the best teaching attending for the Internal Medicine Residency program at JMH.
Dr. Adada has volunteered on the First Aid Team of the Lebanese Red Cross and participated in Operation Safety Net in Pittsburgh. He served on several regional healthcare committees focused on patient safety and quality care.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from the American University of Beirut, followed by medicine bachelor and bachelor of surgery degrees from Beirut Arab University. He trained at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Mercy and East Tennessee State University. He holds a master’s degree in business administration with a medical management concentration from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
Dr. Adada, his wife, Dr. Rasmiyah Jastan, and their three children live in Abingdon, where they enjoy exploring the outdoors.
Dr. Haytham Adada has played a vital role in bringing advanced pulmonary and critical care services to the region with Ballad Health Medical Associates. He has been the medical director of Critical Care services at Johnston Memorial Hospital (JMH) for over a decade while also providing care at Holston Valley Medical Center and Johnson City Medical Center.
As a published author, he served as a principal investigator for numerous research publications in addition to significant contributions to COVID-19 clinical studies and treatment. He received the Servant’s Heart Award from Ballad Health, the James Gibson Medical Staff Leadership Award and was named the best teaching attending for the Internal Medicine Residency program at JMH.
Dr. Adada has volunteered on the First Aid Team of the Lebanese Red Cross and participated in Operation Safety Net in Pittsburgh. He served on several regional healthcare committees focused on patient safety and quality care.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from the American University of Beirut, followed by medicine bachelor and bachelor of surgery degrees from Beirut Arab University. He trained at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Mercy and East Tennessee State University. He holds a master’s degree in business administration with a medical management concentration from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
Dr. Adada, his wife, Dr. Rasmiyah Jastan, and their three children live in Abingdon, where they enjoy exploring the outdoors.
Rev. Kevin M. Campbell embarked on his ministerial career as a youth pastor in Baxley, Georgia, back in 1993. His journey eventually led him to our region in 2005, where he has since taken on various leadership roles within the Presbytery of Abingdon. Presently, he serves as the lead pastor at Sinking Spring Presbyterian Church. Kevin’s pastoral experience also includes stints in Hillsville, Virginia, Raeford, North Carolina and Union Point, Georgia. Education-wise, Kevin holds a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts from Brewton-Parker College. He is currently a candidate for a Doctor of Ministry degree from Louisville Presbyterian Seminary.
Beyond his pastoral duties, Kevin is deeply committed to community service. He volunteers at Ecumenical Faith in Action and is an active member of the Abingdon Rotary Club. Notably, he previously chaired the Mt. Rogers Community Services Board in Wytheville, Virginia.
Through these various roles and his work within the church, Kevin has developed a profound understanding of the community’s needs and challenges. He eagerly anticipates utilizing philanthropy as a catalyst for effecting long-term, systemic change within the community in his capacity with the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
Rev. Kevin M. Campbell embarked on his ministerial career as a youth pastor in Baxley, Georgia, back in 1993. His journey eventually led him to our region in 2005, where he has since taken on various leadership roles within the Presbytery of Abingdon. Presently, he serves as the lead pastor at Sinking Spring Presbyterian Church. Kevin’s pastoral experience also includes stints in Hillsville, Virginia, Raeford, North Carolina and Union Point, Georgia. Education-wise, Kevin holds a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts from Brewton-Parker College. He is currently a candidate for a Doctor of Ministry degree from Louisville Presbyterian Seminary.
Beyond his pastoral duties, Kevin is deeply committed to community service. He volunteers at Ecumenical Faith in Action and is an active member of the Abingdon Rotary Club. Notably, he previously chaired the Mt. Rogers Community Services Board in Wytheville, Virginia.
Through these various roles and his work within the church, Kevin has developed a profound understanding of the community’s needs and challenges. He eagerly anticipates utilizing philanthropy as a catalyst for effecting long-term, systemic change within the community in his capacity with the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
Dr. Karen Elmore is the founding physician and medical director at Mountain Laurel Internal Medicine in Abingdon, Virginia. She is also the clinic director at the Johnston Memorial Hospital (JMH) Internal Medicine Residency Program, where she mentors new physicians and serves as the associate program director and chair of the clinical competency committee.
Dr. Elmore previously worked as assistant professor of internal medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia, and practiced at Saltville (Virginia) Medical Center before founding Emory Internal Medicine, a collaborative venture between JMH and Emory & Henry College.
She was actively involved in Abingdon’s education system, volunteering in classrooms and initiating programs like the Jr. FIRST Lego League at Abingdon Elementary School. She has also been a parent sponsor for the Abingdon High School Model General Assembly/Model United Nations Club.
Dr. Elmore earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Tennessee, followed by attending medical school at the University of Tennessee-Memphis College of Medicine. She then completed her medical degree and postdoctoral training at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Medical College of Virginia.
She is a Virginia Master Naturalist and maintains a native plant garden at Munchkin Park in Abingdon. She and her husband share their home with two sons and several beloved pets.
Dr. Karen Elmore is the founding physician and medical director at Mountain Laurel Internal Medicine in Abingdon, Virginia. She is also the clinic director at the Johnston Memorial Hospital (JMH) Internal Medicine Residency Program, where she mentors new physicians and serves as the associate program director and chair of the clinical competency committee.
Dr. Elmore previously worked as assistant professor of internal medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia, and practiced at Saltville (Virginia) Medical Center before founding Emory Internal Medicine, a collaborative venture between JMH and Emory & Henry College.
She was actively involved in Abingdon’s education system, volunteering in classrooms and initiating programs like the Jr. FIRST Lego League at Abingdon Elementary School. She has also been a parent sponsor for the Abingdon High School Model General Assembly/Model United Nations Club.
Dr. Elmore earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Tennessee, followed by attending medical school at the University of Tennessee-Memphis College of Medicine. She then completed her medical degree and postdoctoral training at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Medical College of Virginia.
She is a Virginia Master Naturalist and maintains a native plant garden at Munchkin Park in Abingdon. She and her husband share their home with two sons and several beloved pets.
Karl Kindig, a semi-retired attorney specializing in business transactions, launched his solo law practice in 2021. Previously, he held various legal and managerial positions, including President and General Counsel, at Pittston Coal Company in Lebanon, Virginia.
Karl’s academic background includes an undergraduate degree from Juniata College (economics), a law degree from New York University and the completion of Harvard Business School’s Program for Management Development.
Karl has served on organizational boards in the education, environmental, and healthcare sectors. At present, he holds the position of trustee with the Virginia Chapter of the Nature Conservancy and is a Trustee Emeritus of Juniata College. Karl previously served on the board of trustees at Johnston Memorial Hospital.
Karl intends to assist the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia in transforming financial resources into meaningful enhancements in the lives of Southwest Virginia residents with the goal of achieving sustainable, positive change for the community.
Residing in Abingdon with his wife, they have one daughter. Beyond his professional commitments, he pursues woodworking and bird hunting in his spare time.
Karl Kindig, a semi-retired attorney specializing in business transactions, launched his solo law practice in 2021. Previously, he held various legal and managerial positions, including President and General Counsel, at Pittston Coal Company in Lebanon, Virginia.
Karl’s academic background includes an undergraduate degree from Juniata College (economics), a law degree from New York University and the completion of Harvard Business School’s Program for Management Development.
Karl has served on organizational boards in the education, environmental, and healthcare sectors. At present, he holds the position of trustee with the Virginia Chapter of the Nature Conservancy and is a Trustee Emeritus of Juniata College. Karl previously served on the board of trustees at Johnston Memorial Hospital.
Karl intends to assist the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia in transforming financial resources into meaningful enhancements in the lives of Southwest Virginia residents with the goal of achieving sustainable, positive change for the community.
Residing in Abingdon with his wife, they have one daughter. Beyond his professional commitments, he pursues woodworking and bird hunting in his spare time.
Elizabeth Lowe has been a committed member of the Washington County Virginia School Board since 1994. During this time, she has played a pivotal role in shaping educational policies, overseeing budgets and providing strategic direction for the local education system. With an impressive track record of nine years as board chair and five years as vice chair, Elizabeth is a proven leader in her field.
From 1995 to 2004, Elizabeth served as the Director of Extended Learning at The University of Virginia College at Wise, where she led continuing education programs at the Abingdon campus. Her professional background also encompasses criminal justice/corrections experience which includes serving as the Executive Director of Southwest Virginia Community Corrections.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Elizabeth has been actively involved with numerous community organizations. She has contributed her time and expertise to entities such as the Southwest Virginia Community Criminal Justice Board, A. Linwood Holton Governor’s School for the Gifted, Bristol-Smyth-Washington Volunteer Emergency Families for Children Advisory Board and the Virginia Community Diversion Directors’ Association just to name a few.
Elizabeth earned a sociology degree from the University of Virginia, as well as a master’s degree in administration of justice from Virginia Commonwealth University.
In her current position at the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, Elizabeth is focused on engaging in collaborative community efforts aimed at enriching lives and addressing regional challenges.
Elizabeth, who is married and lives in Abingdon, finds joy in activities like hiking, biking, gardening, sewing, and cherishing moments with her two sons and delightful grandchildren.
Elizabeth Lowe has been a committed member of the Washington County Virginia School Board since 1994. During this time, she has played a pivotal role in shaping educational policies, overseeing budgets and providing strategic direction for the local education system. With an impressive track record of nine years as board chair and five years as vice chair, Elizabeth is a proven leader in her field.
From 1995 to 2004, Elizabeth served as the Director of Extended Learning at The University of Virginia College at Wise, where she led continuing education programs at the Abingdon campus. Her professional background also encompasses criminal justice/corrections experience which includes serving as the Executive Director of Southwest Virginia Community Corrections.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Elizabeth has been actively involved with numerous community organizations. She has contributed her time and expertise to entities such as the Southwest Virginia Community Criminal Justice Board, A. Linwood Holton Governor’s School for the Gifted, Bristol-Smyth-Washington Volunteer Emergency Families for Children Advisory Board and the Virginia Community Diversion Directors’ Association just to name a few.
Elizabeth earned a sociology degree from the University of Virginia, as well as a master’s degree in administration of justice from Virginia Commonwealth University.
In her current position at the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, Elizabeth is focused on engaging in collaborative community efforts aimed at enriching lives and addressing regional challenges.
Elizabeth, who is married and lives in Abingdon, finds joy in activities like hiking, biking, gardening, sewing, and cherishing moments with her two sons and delightful grandchildren.
Mike McCool, a Southwest Virginia native, currently holds the position of managing
director for Cary Street Partners, Abingdon, Virginia. He is also a financial advisor with over 16 years of experience.
Mike enjoys helping individuals and families reach their financial goals, including
retirement, education and estate planning. He began his career in 2004 as an
investment advisor representative at Highlands Union Bank in Abingdon.
He is a 2003 graduate of the College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, where
he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in
finance.
Mike is a past board member of the Virginia Highlands Small Business Incubator, the
Johnston Memorial Hospital Foundation, William King Museum of Art and the
Washington County Library Foundation. Currently, he serves as a member of the
Virginia Highlands Community College Foundation board.
He has been active in the community since moving back to Southwest Virginia,
coaching a variety of youth sports. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf and lives in
Abingdon with his wife Tracy and two boys, Finn and William.
Mike McCool, a Southwest Virginia native, currently holds the position of managing
director for Cary Street Partners, Abingdon, Virginia. He is also a financial advisor with over 16 years of experience.
Mike enjoys helping individuals and families reach their financial goals, including
retirement, education and estate planning. He began his career in 2004 as an
investment advisor representative at Highlands Union Bank in Abingdon.
He is a 2003 graduate of the College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, where
he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in
finance.
Mike is a past board member of the Virginia Highlands Small Business Incubator, the
Johnston Memorial Hospital Foundation, William King Museum of Art and the
Washington County Library Foundation. Currently, he serves as a member of the
Virginia Highlands Community College Foundation board.
He has been active in the community since moving back to Southwest Virginia,
coaching a variety of youth sports. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf and lives in
Abingdon with his wife Tracy and two boys, Finn and William.
Donnie Meadows enjoyed a two-decade career with K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. (Food City), joining the executive leadership team as vice president of human resources and culminating in his retirement as senior human resources leader.
Before joining Food City, Donnie held a range of roles in another regional supermarket company, progressing from entry level to vice president of operations. He has also served as a sales representative for M&M Mars, Inc., and in the corporate labor division for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Donnie is a former executive board member for the United Way of Southwest Virginia, served on the Johnston Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees and formerly participated in multiple boards within the United Methodist Church. Additionally, he provided advisory insights for Eastman Credit Union and engaged with the Food Market Institute’s human resources committee.
He holds a master of science in industrial relations from the University of West Virginia College of Graduate Studies.
He finds joy in biking, kayaking, hiking and volunteering with a local food pantry.
Donnie and his wife, Julie Martin, reside in Abingdon. He has three daughters, Lauren, Morgan and Robyn, and two grandchildren, Riley and Elijah.
Donnie Meadows enjoyed a two-decade career with K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. (Food City), joining the executive leadership team as vice president of human resources and culminating in his retirement as senior human resources leader.
Before joining Food City, Donnie held a range of roles in another regional supermarket company, progressing from entry level to vice president of operations. He has also served as a sales representative for M&M Mars, Inc., and in the corporate labor division for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Donnie is a former executive board member for the United Way of Southwest Virginia, served on the Johnston Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees and formerly participated in multiple boards within the United Methodist Church. Additionally, he provided advisory insights for Eastman Credit Union and engaged with the Food Market Institute’s human resources committee.
He holds a master of science in industrial relations from the University of West Virginia College of Graduate Studies.
He finds joy in biking, kayaking, hiking and volunteering with a local food pantry.
Donnie and his wife, Julie Martin, reside in Abingdon. He has three daughters, Lauren, Morgan and Robyn, and two grandchildren, Riley and Elijah.
JoAnn Price spent her career in nursing with a focus on women’s health, followed by more than a decade of teaching in the nursing program at Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) in Abingdon, prior to her retirement in 2023.
She graduated from the Virginia Appalachian TriCollege Nursing Program at VHCC and pursued many outlets to develop her nursing knowledge and skills. She attended King University, where she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees and her doctor of nursing practice degree, all with honors.
Over the course of her teaching career at VHCC, JoAnn received numerous recognitions for her leadership qualities such as the Outstanding Faculty Award in Advising, the Excellence in Teaching Award from the National Society of Leadership and Success and VHCC’s Development & Research Team Service Award. In addition, JoAnn served as faculty senate president for multiple years, chaired the Fall 2020 Pandemic Operations Task Force, contributed to the VHCC Quality Enhancement Plan Team and served on various committees at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon.
In her current position at the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, JoAnn is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community through multiple avenues.
JoAnn resides in Lebanon, Virginia, with her husband, William H. (Bill) Price, and has three stepchildren and four grandchildren. She enjoys supporting numerous community projects, training in and teaching karate, baking and sewing. JoAnn also enjoys teaching Bible school and sharing her love for the Lord through singing.
JoAnn Price spent her career in nursing with a focus on women’s health, followed by more than a decade of teaching in the nursing program at Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) in Abingdon, prior to her retirement in 2023.
She graduated from the Virginia Appalachian TriCollege Nursing Program at VHCC and pursued many outlets to develop her nursing knowledge and skills. She attended King University, where she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees and her doctor of nursing practice degree, all with honors.
Over the course of her teaching career at VHCC, JoAnn received numerous recognitions for her leadership qualities such as the Outstanding Faculty Award in Advising, the Excellence in Teaching Award from the National Society of Leadership and Success and VHCC’s Development & Research Team Service Award. In addition, JoAnn served as faculty senate president for multiple years, chaired the Fall 2020 Pandemic Operations Task Force, contributed to the VHCC Quality Enhancement Plan Team and served on various committees at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon.
In her current position at the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, JoAnn is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community through multiple avenues.
JoAnn resides in Lebanon, Virginia, with her husband, William H. (Bill) Price, and has three children and four grandchildren. She enjoys supporting numerous community projects, training in and teaching karate, baking and sewing. JoAnn also enjoys teaching Bible school and sharing her love for the Lord through singing.
Thomas “Tom” Revels’ career spans over 35 years in hospital management and employer-based primary care clinic operations. He is currently an independent consultant, specializing in crafting health risk management solutions for self-funded employer health plans.
A co-founder of two onsite clinic and health analytics companies, Tom has been at the forefront of serving self-funded and fully insured employers with onsite health risk management programs for more than two decades. His expertise extends to primary care service delivery, chronic disease management, occupational health services, behavioral health, electronic data sharing, HIPAA regulations, Wellness Program incentive administration and program performance analytics.
Tom serves as the Parish Council president at Faith Lutheran Church, is a board member of the Whitetop Community Club and is a former elected county supervisor in Grayson County, Virginia.
He holds a bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a master’s in health administration from Duke University and an executive doctoral degree in health policy from the Medical University of South Carolina.
He lives in Whitetop, Virginia, with his spouse and they have four children and six grandchildren.
Thomas “Tom” Revels’ career spans over 35 years in hospital management and employer-based primary care clinic operations. He is currently an independent consultant, specializing in crafting health risk management solutions for self-funded employer health plans.
A co-founder of two onsite clinic and health analytics companies, Tom has been at the forefront of serving self-funded and fully insured employers with onsite health risk management programs for more than two decades. His expertise extends to primary care service delivery, chronic disease management, occupational health services, behavioral health, electronic data sharing, HIPAA regulations, Wellness Program incentive administration and program performance analytics.
Tom serves as the Parish Council president at Faith Lutheran Church, is a board member of the Whitetop Community Club and is a former elected county supervisor in Grayson County, Virginia.
He holds a bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a master’s in health administration from Duke University and an executive doctoral degree in health policy from the Medical University of South Carolina.
He lives in Whitetop, Virginia, with his spouse and they have four children and six grandchildren.
Stephen D. Spangler serves as Executive Vice President of Real Estate, Store Planning and Development for K-VA-T Food Stores Inc. (Food City), with many years of dedication to the company. In this position, he oversees K-VA-T’s strategic real estate initiatives as well as the day-to-day administration of its diverse group of real estate holdings.
Stephen’s prior real estate experience includes serving as a development officer for The Beach Company of Charleston, South Carolina and as development manager for Johnson & Associates of Bristol, Virginia,
His educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in business administration from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina in Charleston and a master of business administration degree with a concentration in finance from King College, Bristol, Tennessee.
He enjoys many of the outdoor activities available in our region, such as golf, boating on South Holston Lake, and hiking. He also loves to travel, listen to live music and spend time with family and friends.
Stephen is excited to help the Wellspring Foundation fulfill its mission of fostering positive change in the communities it serves.
He and his wife Beth are the proud parents of one son, Bowen.
Stephen D. Spangler serves as Executive Vice President of Real Estate, Store Planning and Development for K-VA-T Food Stores Inc. (Food City), with many years of dedication to the company. In this position, he oversees K-VA-T’s strategic real estate initiatives as well as the day-to-day administration of its diverse group of real estate holdings.
Stephen’s prior real estate experience includes serving as a development officer for The Beach Company of Charleston, South Carolina and as development manager for Johnson & Associates of Bristol, Virginia,
His educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in business administration from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina in Charleston and a master of business administration degree with a concentration in finance from King College, Bristol, Tennessee.
He enjoys many of the outdoor activities available in our region, such as golf, boating on South Holston Lake, and hiking. He also loves to travel, listen to live music and spend time with family and friends.
Stephen is excited to help the Wellspring Foundation fulfill its mission of fostering positive change in the communities it serves.
He and his wife Beth are the proud parents of one son, Bowen.
More than 30 years working as a senior healthcare executive has helped Sean McMurray better understand the issues impacting the health of the people who live in our region. He served as the CEO of Johnston Memorial Hospital for nearly 14 years (2003-2016). Sean also had management responsibility for and served as a director on the boards of both Russell County Hospital and Smyth County Community Hospital. This service provided valuable insights about the unique challenges affecting the health and wellbeing of the residents of the communities in the Wellspring Foundation service area.
Sean earned his master’s degree in health administration from Brigham Young University. He also achieved certification as a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, the highest professional credential for healthcare leaders. His volunteer work included service on the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association Board (three terms), representing the interests of Southwest Virginia at the state level. His board service extended to organizations such as the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, Barter Theatre and the United Way of Southwest Virginia, where he served as chairman of the board.
Sean and his wife, Kristin, spent three years in full-time, voluntary missionary service for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The McMurrays share a love for outdoor activities and travel, complemented by a deep appreciation for the region’s natural beauty. The McMurrays enjoy being the parents of eight children and grandparents of 17 grandchildren.
More than 30 years working as a senior healthcare executive has helped Sean McMurray better understand the issues impacting the health of the people who live in our region. He served as the CEO of Johnston Memorial Hospital for nearly 14 years (2003-2016). Sean also had management responsibility for and served as a director on the boards of both Russell County Hospital and Smyth County Community Hospital. This service provided valuable insights about the unique challenges affecting the health and wellbeing of the residents of the communities in the Wellspring Foundation service area.
Sean earned his master’s degree in health administration from Brigham Young University. He also achieved certification as a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, the highest professional credential for healthcare leaders. His volunteer work included service on the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association Board (three terms), representing the interests of Southwest Virginia at the state level. His board service extended to organizations such as the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, Barter Theatre and the United Way of Southwest Virginia, where he served as chairman of the board.
Sean and his wife, Kristin, spent three years in full-time, voluntary missionary service for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The McMurrays share a love for outdoor activities and travel, complemented by a deep appreciation for the region’s natural beauty. The McMurrays enjoy being the parents of eight children and grandparents of 16 grandchildren.
With over a decade of healthcare experience in Abingdon, Susan Abel brings her expertise to the role of director of operations at the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
As the manager of the Dr. S. Hughes Melton Family Medicine Residency Program at Johnston Memorial Hospital (JMH), she oversaw daily operations, financial management and long-term planning. Susan played a pivotal role in transitioning the program to the single-accreditation system with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, fostering collaborative relationships and managing the full residency recruitment cycle.
Previously, Susan served as the marketing coordinator for JMH and the northeast market for Mountain States Health Alliance (now Ballad Health). Her contributions included launching new service lines, managing marketing budgets, supporting fundraising initiatives and coordinating community scholarships.
Susan holds a bachelor’s degree from Presbyterian College, a certificate in nonprofit management from Duke University, is a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honor society and is affiliated with the Association of Hospital Medical Education and the Association of Family Medicine Administration.
Active in the Abingdon community and her church, Susan also enjoys spending time with her husband and two children and indulging in her passion for volleyball.
With over a decade of healthcare experience in Abingdon, Susan Abel brings her expertise to the role of director of operations at the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
As the manager of the Dr. S. Hughes Melton Family Medicine Residency Program at Johnston Memorial Hospital (JMH), she oversaw daily operations, financial management and long-term planning. Susan played a pivotal role in transitioning the program to the single-accreditation system with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, fostering collaborative relationships and managing the full residency recruitment cycle.
Previously, Susan served as the marketing coordinator for JMH and the northeast market for Mountain States Health Alliance (now Ballad Health). Her contributions included launching new service lines, managing marketing budgets, supporting fundraising initiatives and coordinating community scholarships.
Susan holds a bachelor’s degree from Presbyterian College, a certificate in nonprofit management from Duke University, is a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honor society and is affiliated with the Association of Hospital Medical Education and the Association of Family Medicine Administration.
Active in the Abingdon community and her church, Susan also enjoys spending time with her husband and two children and indulging in her passion for volleyball.
Rusty Little brings over three decades of experience in accounting and finance to his role as director of finance for the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
He dedicated nearly 28 years to Highlands Union Bank (HUB), holding various positions while serving as secretary to the board of directors.
Rusty was appointed controller for HUB and later became the chief financial officer of HUB’s parent company, Highlands Bankshares. He next served as HUB’s chief risk officer and later transitioned to the role of chief accounting officer.
Before joining the Wellspring Foundation, he served as the controller for the Washington County Service Authority, managing accounting functions and budgeting while participating in capital improvement funding, planning and leadership teams.
Rusty, a graduate of King University, also completed the Virginia Bankers School of Bank Management at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.
An avid outdoors enthusiast, he resides in Bristol, Virginia, with his daughter.
Rusty Little brings over three decades of experience in accounting and finance to his role as director of finance for the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
He dedicated nearly 28 years to Highlands Union Bank (HUB), holding various positions while serving as secretary to the board of directors.
Rusty was appointed controller for HUB and later became the chief financial officer of HUB’s parent company, Highlands Bankshares. He next served as HUB’s chief risk officer and later transitioned to the role of chief accounting officer.
Before joining the Wellspring Foundation, he served as the controller for the Washington County Service Authority, managing accounting functions and budgeting while participating in capital improvement funding, planning and leadership teams.
Rusty, a graduate of King University, also completed the Virginia Bankers School of Bank Management at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.
An avid outdoors enthusiast, he resides in Bristol, Virginia, with his daughter.
Courtney, a native of Southwest Virginia, has deep roots in the region. In 2004, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in Communication from The University of Virginia’s College at Wise and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from King University in 2006.
Before coming to Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, Courtney spent 18 years in various professional roles at UVA Wise serving as a catalyst for problem solving and positive change. Her most recent position was Director of Community & Business Development within the Office of Administration, Government Relations & Strategic Initiatives. In this role, she led diverse teams focused on fostering community growth, promoting entrepreneurship, facilitating professional development, and encouraging collaborative coworking. Courtney excelled at building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders throughout the region. Through her adept networking abilities, Courtney fostered meaningful strategic partnerships that lead to the creation of customized training solutions and other initiatives designed to address the unique needs of multiple entities.
Passionate about Southwest Virginia, Courtney is committed to enhancing the overall quality of life in the area. She resides in Abingdon, Virginia, alongside her husband, Chad, and their children: Conner and Bree. Additionally, their household includes three adored dogs named Remi, Knoxlee and Denali.
Courtney, a native of Southwest Virginia, has deep roots in the region. In 2004, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a minor in Communication from The University of Virginia’s College at Wise and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from King University in 2006.
Before coming to Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, Courtney spent 18 years in various professional roles at UVA Wise serving as a catalyst for problem solving and positive change. Her most recent position was Director of Community & Business Development within the Office of Administration, Government Relations & Strategic Initiatives. In this role, she led diverse teams focused on fostering community growth, promoting entrepreneurship, facilitating professional development, and encouraging collaborative coworking. Courtney excelled at building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders throughout the region. Through her adept networking abilities, Courtney fostered meaningful strategic partnerships that lead to the creation of customized training solutions and other initiatives designed to address the unique needs of multiple entities.
Passionate about Southwest Virginia, Courtney is committed to enhancing the overall quality of life in the area. She resides in Abingdon, Virginia, alongside her husband, Chad, and their children: Conner and Bree. Additionally, their household includes three adored dogs named Remi, Knoxlee and Denali.
Jennifer Guenter serves as the administrative assistant for the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
With 18 years of experience, Jennifer previously worked as a legal assistant/legal secretary at Mering & Schlitz, Attorneys at Law, in Baltimore, Maryland.
The firm specialized in assisting individuals in obtaining Social Security and Supplemental Income benefits. In her role, she managed over 200 cases, handling tasks such as scheduling hearings, filing appeals and managing medical records requests.
Jennifer lives in Chilhowie, Virginia, with her husband, Michael, and their children, Douglas, Henry, Samuel and Sophia.
Jennifer Guenter serves as the administrative assistant for the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia.
With 18 years of experience, Jennifer previously worked as a legal assistant/legal secretary at Mering & Schlitz, Attorneys at Law, in Baltimore, Maryland.
The firm specialized in assisting individuals in obtaining Social Security and Supplemental Income benefits. In her role, she managed over 200 cases, handling tasks such as scheduling hearings, filing appeals and managing medical records requests.
Jennifer lives in Chilhowie, Virginia, with her husband, Michael, and their children, Douglas, Henry, Samuel and Sophia.
851 French Moore Jr. Blvd.
Suite 110 – Box 25
Abingdon, Virginia 24210
info@wellspringva.org