The Governing Board of SCHAS plays a crucial role in overseeing the organization’s functions, ensuring its stability and sustainability. Composed of dedicated volunteers, the board is instrumental in guiding the strategic direction, financial health, and overall effectiveness of the organization.

2025-2026 SCHAS Board of Directors

CHAIRPERSON:  William Patrick McGlothin, Managing Director, NewEdge Wealth

VICE-CHAIRPERSON/TREASURER: Will Rothermel, General Contractor, Denark Construction

SECRETARY: Bill Tapp, Consultant, Direct Support Academy

Derrick K. Byrd, SageView Advisory Group

William L. Cooper III, Attorney, Yancey & Cooper 

Alexis Dyer, ARC Knox County 

Erin Harlow, Vice President, MBI Companies, Inc. 

Leslye Hartsell, Director of External Affairs, KUB 

Robert Loggins, Bush Brothers 

Steve Savell, Director of External Affairs and Sustainability, Bush Brothers & Company 

Adam Sursa, Tri Star Advisors 

Bradley White, DDS for Knoxville Dental Care

LEGACY TRUSTEE: Served six or more terms and held at least two Officer roles.

Lara Owens, Director of Tax, TeamHealth 

EMERITUS: Served three or more terms and held one Officer role.

Eric Ebbert, The Ebbert Law Firm 

Andy Shafer, President, Shafer Insurance Agency