The East Fork Ember Foundation is guided by an exceptional all-volunteer board of directors, comprised of dedicated community, corporate, and civic leaders from diverse sectors across Carson Valley. Together, our board provides high-level operational strategy, rigorous financial oversight, and comprehensive accountability for the organization's mission and impact.

This diverse leadership team brings decades of combined experience in business management, public service, community development, and emergency response. Their collective expertise ensures that every foundation decision is made with careful consideration of both fiscal responsibility and community impact.

General Rick Nelson (Ret.)

Chairman
Senior VP at Mark IV Capital

Jacques Etchegoyen

Vice Chairman
Retired East Fork Fire Board and County Commissioner

Shannon Harris

Second Vice Chairwoman
Director of Carson Valley Swim Center

Shawnyne Garren

Secretary
Douglas County Recorder

Renea Louie

Treasurer
CEO Business Council
CEO Sotera Global Management

Chief Alan Ernst

Stakeholder Advisor
East Fork Fire District

Deputy Chief
Larry Goss

Stakeholder Advisor
East Fork Fire District

Joey Loehner, Owner

Stakeholder Advisor
Rural Medevac