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