Andrea grew up in Flint, Michigan, and received her PhD in History from the University of Minnesota. She and her husband, Trent (from Marquette, MI) moved to Boone, NC in 2009, and Andrea began teaching public history, museum studies, and American history classes at Appalachian State University. She is now an associate professor and director of the public history program at ASU. One of the highlights of her career has been to collaborate with local cultural institutions, including BRAHM and the Blowing Rock Historical Society. Andrea’s graduate students have gained valuable experience in the field through their creation and installation of several temporary history exhibits at BRAHM, including Truth Beneath These Hills: Uncovering the History and Heritage of Mining in Western North Carolina (2015). She looks forward to strengthening and expanding the partnership between ASU and BRAHM. Andrea has two young daughters and an assortment of cats. In her spare time, she enjoys playing the piano and trying to grow native flowers.

Marion Church is a retired executive in the non-profit sector and throughout her life she has had a passion for volunteering herself!  She has served as President of the NC State Art Society Board, the Raleigh Fine Arts Society, the Junior League of Raleigh, the Raleigh Little Theatre, and Saint Saviour’s Center.  She recently completed nine years on the NC Museum of Art Foundation Board where she served as Development Chair and on the Executive and Nominating Committees.  Marion has also been very involved with the NC Museum of History as a Board member, statewide Membership Chair, and on the Executive Committee when the new Museum opened in Raleigh.  Active in the Episcopal Church, she has been Senior Warden at Christ Church Raleigh and Holy Innocents in Henderson.  Marion’s first memories of Blowing Rock were summer trips with her mother which she cherishes.  She and her late husband, John, enjoyed their Hound Ears home for many years and now she is thrilled to be in Blowing Rock as a part-time resident.  She is a devoted, enthusiastic art collector who loves to decorate, travel, read and enjoy life with her Standard Poodle, Bogue!  

Professionally, Joe has more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and is currently an executive vice president with Wells Fargo. Having held a variety of leadership roles in banking, wealth management, and insurance businesses, Joe’s experience includes strategy development, strategic consulting, sales and marketing, operations, corporate finance and cash management, and marketing. Joe earned his bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University and his MBA from Duke University, where he was recognized as a Fuqua Scholar.

Personally, Joe lives in Charlotte, NC with his partner of 19 years, Chris Albertson. Chris and Joe enjoy spending time during the summer at their home in Blowing Rock, and in the winter at their home in Palm Beach, FL. When in Blowing Rock, they attend St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church and are members of Blowing Rock Country Club. Joe and Chris enjoy travel, supporting the arts, vintage cars, and good food and wine with friends and family. Joe has served on boards for a variety of non-profit organizations, most recently The Arts Empowerment Project in Charlotte. Joe is also a daily yoga practitioner.

Kadie has had a life-long passion for the arts. She served as a docent at the Milwaukee Art Museum and has led BRAHM’s docent program for the last five years.  In that role, she recently led the docent curation of two BRAHM exhibitions.  She has been Chair of Artist in Residence at Edgewood Cottage and actively serves on the Blue Ridge Conservancy Board of Trustees and Governance Committee.  Prior to retiring, Kadie served as Vice President of Human Resources at a life insurance carrier in Milwaukee, leading it to repeated designations of Top Workplaces in Southeastern Wisconsin. She also founded and led a human resource management consulting firm delivering talent acquisition and professional development services for U.S. and international clients.  She has an MS in Leadership Studies from Marquette University where she also taught, and a BA in Business Administration. She and her husband Tom O’Brien live outside Blowing Rock full time and enjoy hiking, collecting art and gathering with their blended family of six children and nine grandchildren.

Sue has been involved with BRAHM first as a Founding Board Member and then as a tireless volunteer. She helped organize and produce BRAHM’s first exhibition, helped write and produce the accompanying catalog, and played a similar role in two subsequent fundraising exhibitions and art sales. As a local real estate broker, Sue helped develop and negotiate the collaborative land lease with the Town that provided BRAHM’s present location. Since the Museum’s opening, she has served on numerous committee assignments and is an active docent. Other interests include the Blowing Rock Historical Society and Mayas for Ancient Mayan.

A native of Ashe County, Sandy’s love for the High Country runs deep. She has lived in Blowing Rock for 10 years with her husband Randy. They also have a home in Hickory where Sandy started a home care agency, Health & Home Services, 20 years ago and recently sold. Prior to that, she was Director of Sales and Marketing for Alba Waldensian in Valdese, NC. Sandy holds a BS in Business from Gardner Webb University. She enjoys golfing, hiking, reading and spending time with her two grandchildren, Harper and Mason.

Miriam currently spends her time in Palm Beach, FL and Blowing Rock. She previously lived in High Point, NC. While there, she was involved in numerous community events and boards. In Palm Beach, she chaired three events for the Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation. Currently, she is on the board of Trustees for High Point University, the Hospitality Committee and the Spiritual Life Committee at the Royal Poinciana Chapel in Palm Beach. Miriam received her B.A. from High Point University. She enjoys hiking, cycling, barre classes and studying the Bible. Miriam has been married to Steve Kimsey for 32 years. She has a son, Stephen, who lives in North Carolina. Her youngest son, Christopher, who was an artist, passed away in 2013.

Brent is a native of North Carolina, growing up in Lexington and visiting Blowing Rock as a child with his parents and grandparents. After graduating from college, he worked in the furniture industry as a sales broker, then he started his real estate career in the Triangle in 1993 with Prudential, which later became Berkshire Hathaway. He has been a real estate broker with James B. Collier Real Estate, since moving permanently to Blowing Rock in 2015. Brent has owned a home in Blowing Rock for 22 years, built a new home in Mayview, and moved his permanent residence to Blowing Rock in 2015. He is an amateur artist and collector of art and pottery. Community service includes Triangle United Way, Art Curator for the Raleigh LGBT Center, and recently serving on the membership, recreation and wine club committees at the Blowing Rock Country Club. Brent has become an avid croquet player and enjoys hiking, painting, and travel. Brent and his husband, Tim Gupton, have three children and four grandchildren all of whom love holidays in Blowing Rock.

Eric grew up in Kannapolis, NC and still maintains a residence there. He currently serves as CEO of O Inc., which operates eight Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurants. Prior to O Inc., Eric held many different positions in KFC franchise organizations. Eric and his wife Diane are members of Blowing Rock Country Club and Rumple Presbyterian Church. They plan to ultimately make Blowing Rock their permanent residence. In addition to their two children, Eric and Diane have four grandsons and one granddaughter. Eric has always had a strong appreciation for the arts and enjoys collecting. 

Mary Ann grew up in Kentucky where she attended and graduated from the University of Kentucky in Lexington and later received a Master’s of Education from UNC Chapel Hill. She has lived in Raleigh for 50 years and has been a summer resident of the Blowing Rock area for 25 years. Mary Ann currently serves on the board of the Dorothea Dix Park Conservancy and is a member of various committees. She has been active on several nonprofit boards through the years.

Growing up, Lee’s mother was a supporter of the arts in Asheville. Like many kids, he was a victim of “required culture”, being towed to performing arts events and museums. In the 1980s, Lee’s mother introduced him to Penland School of Crafts, which was a turning point. Seeing how art was created and meeting the people who did it made it real. From that time forward, art became part of his life. When he retired, Lee began volunteering regularly at Penland and The Mint Museum, which kindled another interest: the importance of art education and community outreach. Over the last several years, Lee has had the privilege of working with the amazing BRAHM staff, and looks forward this continued relationship. BRAHM has seen incredible growth in recent years; it is a true asset to its members and the community.

The arts and organizations that benefit children and families have always been the focus of Maria Saterbo’s board involvement and volunteering for over 35 years. She was born in Cuba to Spanish parents and grew up in Central Florida where she and her husband Bryan still reside. She is a graduate of Florida Southern College with a BA degree in Education. Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern was her first board involvement and she is still involved as a member and part of the Art Trust Committee. She has been a BRAHM member for many years. Maria and Bryan first visited Blowing Rock in the early 1980s and have been homeowners here since 2000. They are members of Blowing Rock Golf and Country Club. Maria has two children, four grandchildren and a beloved Irish Terrier, Lucy.

A native of Wilkes County, Jess is a ‘07 graduate of Wake Forest University. Go Deacs! She and her husband, Kenneth, moved to the Blowing Rock area in 2012 when they acquired Monkee’s. As a business leader, resident and volunteer, Jess is committed to the town of Blowing Rock. She is a 2013 graduate of the Blowing Rock Leadership Challenge, in her 6th year on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and has served as the head of the Business Support Committee where she developed the downtown Sip and Shop and the Holiday Stroll. She and Kenneth also have the privilege of using Monkee’s as a platform to support many local non-profits including BRAHM. It is Jess’ passion to be an integral participant in Blowing Rock’s continued growth. In her spare time; Jess is an avid reader, traveler, foodie, yogi, and loves hanging with her best friend, Kenneth.

Terry is a native of North Carolina, lives in Winston-Salem, and has maintained a seasonal residence in Mayview since 2004.  He recently retired from a 30+ year career in law firm administration, finance, and technology. He is a NC Certified Public Accountant and a retired US Army Engineer Officer with over 20 years’ service on active and reserve duty.  He is an honors graduate of UNC-Charlotte with a BS degree in Accounting. Terry and his wife, Carolyn, are founding members of BRAHM.  Since retirement, Terry has taken up metal fabrication and welding [@TerryWileyNC], enjoys/suffers golf, and serves on the Council and as Treasurer of their church in Winston-Salem.

Jean grew up in Asheboro, NC. She graduated from Peace College and UNC-Chapel Hill. After graduation, she married Walter and taught in elementary and middle schools in Honolulu, Boston and Charlotte. Jean and Walter have two children and seven grandchildren. She has served on the Board of Trustees of Peace College, Charlotte Latin School, the Junior League, Women of Vision, and the Charlotte Assembly. Jean grew up coming to Blowing Rock. She and Walter spend most of their time in this wonderful community. She has been or is currently involved in leadership roles with the Blowing Rock Historical Society, Blowing Rock Community Foundation, Blowing Rock Country Club and Blowing Rock Methodist Church.