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Foothills Industries is an economic development social enterprise Encircling, Encompassing and Enhancing the Lives of Individuals with Disabilities in McDowell County, North Carolina.
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The Staff of Foothills believes that focusing upon the "Ability" of individuals with Disabilities is the pathway to strengthening them as individuals and enhancing their lives. Our Staff is committed to serving the needs of all Consumers at Foothills Industries as well as striving each day to serve their families and our Community as a whole.
We encourage you to contact the Staff at Foothills and get to know us.
Foothills Industries — "Makers of Special Products with Special People!"
Staff Members and Responsibilities
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Steve Early Steve is responsible for this entire social enterprise and reports to the Board of Directors. He has been given authority to manage the day-to-day operations which includes a service sector serving over 180 individuals with various disabilities and a growing manufacturing sector providing quality products to many well known customers. |
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Donnita Silver Director of Services Donnita is responsible for the oversight of all of our rehabilitative programs. She helps maintain national accreditation through CARF (Commission of Accreditation in Rehabilitation), as well as state licensure. She maintains our Medicaid enrollment and monitoring from our Local Management Entities and handles many organizational administrative duties. |
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Blanche Waugh Quality Manager Blanche is responsible for managing and maintaining the Quality Management System and meeting all regulatory requirements associated with ISO 13485 and FDA. |
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Janet Owens Customer Service Representative Janet is the chief liaison with all of our manufacturing customers. She is our design specialist in medical components and oversees the Safety Program for the entire program. |
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Mike Price Production Manager, Medical Manufacturing Under Mike's leadership, all aspects of the manufacturing process are maintained, including Safety, Quality, Deliveries, Personnel, and the adherence to all regulatory requirements. |
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Cole Martin Employment Placement Specialist Cole works with North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation to help place individuals with barriers to employment into competitive jobs in the community. His services include evaluation, work adjustment, job coaching, community based assessment and follow-up. |
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Kristie Harmon Office Manager Kristie is known as the voice of Foothills with her receptionist’s duties. She oversees a host of office functions including accounts receivable, employee benefits, staff payroll and personnel records administration. |
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Jack Ellis Bookkeeper, IT Support Jack is responsible for accounts payable, client payroll, and schedules all vehicle maintenance. He is chief liaison with annual audit personnel and is the go-to person with internal IT issues. |
Board of Directors
Foothills Industries is fortunate to have a very competent and dedicated Board of Directors. This diverse group of talented individuals represents a broad section of our community and all have the common interest of wanting the best opportunities for Adults with Disabilities.
Officers |
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President: |
Ms. Jewell McNeal |
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Vice President: |
Ms. Joy Shuford |
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Secretary/Treasure: |
Mr. Ken Burleson |
Board Members |
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Ms. Patsy Ballew |
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Ms. Sarah Bright |
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Mr. John Cone |
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Mr. Greg Decker |
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Mr. Harold Walker |
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Mr. Steve Ward |
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Mr. Danny Willis |
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