Staff & Governance

The staff and governing body of AHEDC provide a depth of experience to help you navigate resources and foster connections.

Bryan Thompson

2022/23 Board of Directors

David Crosier

  • Government Representative
  • Covington City Council

James Griffith

  • Government Representative
  • Alleghany County Board of Supervisors

Ray Lipes

  • Business Representative, Alleghany
  • Lumos Networks

Greg Madsen

  • Business Representative, Alleghany
  • Carilion Clinic – Eastern Region

David Oliver

  • Business Representative, Covington
  • Oliver Distributing Company
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VACANT

  • Business Representative, Covington
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VACANT

  • Alternate (Covington), Treasurer
  • CPA

2022/23 Ex Officio Members

Allen Dressler

  • AHEDC Vice Chair & City Manager
  • City of Covington

Teresa Hammond

  • Executive Director
  • AH Chamber of Commerce & Tourism

Reid Walters

  • AHEDC Chair & County Administrator
  • Alleghany County

Dr. John Rainone

  • President
  • Mountain Gateway Community College

Chuck Unroe

  • Town Manager
  • Town of Clifton Forge
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Gary Craig

  • Mayor
  • Town of Iron Gate