Over the past 46 years, we've been fortunate to have incredible board members steering us towards success. Our Board of Directors might have some new faces, but their commitment to the REACH mission and vision remains unwavering.
Let's meet our current crew! Come join us on July 26 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Sandy Beach for our company picnic, where you can mingle with them in person! It's going to be a blast, so mark your calendars and get ready to have some fun. You can find more picnic details on the next page.
Matt Jones is the President of the REACH Board. Matt has been on the board since August 2006 as a parent advocate. He is on the board to support REACH’s mission and strive for REACH to be the most amazing place to work and to receive services.
Valorie Ringle is our most recent past president. She joined the REACH Board of Directors in February 2018 after retiring from teaching. She was looking for a way to serve, and believed she had something to offer to keep REACH, a vital organization for the IDD community in southeast Alaska. Fun Fact about Valorie is, she became an “Uma” again just last week! Congrats!!
Nelea Fenumiai is the Secretary of the REACH Board of Directors. Advocating for people with disabilities is near to her heart. She has been a member since April 2022.
Teresa Sarabia is the Treasurer of the REACH Board and has been on the Board since August 2022.
Jim Scholl is the Vice President of the REACH Board. He has been on the Board since January 2023. Fun Fact: After retirement, Jim hiked the Camino in Portugal and Spain!
Karen Carey joined the REACH Board of Directors in March 2024 out of her passion for ensuring that all people are treated with dignity and respect. She worked for many years with children with disabilities and wanted to continue this path during her retirement.
Randy Sutak is our most recent board member! He became a REACH Board of Directors member in May 2024.
Together, our Board of Directors stands at the helm, steering REACH toward continued success and greater achievements. Their dedication and expertise inspire us all to strive for excellence and uphold our mission and visionary goals. A heartfelt thank you to all our incredible members for their contributions!
Sherri McDonald
Interim Executive Director