Blue Ridge Collaborative (BRC) is proud to announce the election of its first board officers following our inaugural board meeting on November 5, 2025. This marks a major milestone in shaping the future of our growing organization.
The newly elected executive committee brings a mix of leadership, creativity, and vision–-with each deeply committed to the power of storytelling as a force for connection, empathy, and education.
Together, they will help guide BRC’s mission to fund and produce creative projects that illuminate untold stories and cultivate understanding across communities.
Ashley Sharp, Dallas, Texas – Board Chair
A powerhouse in the nonprofit sector, Ashley Sharp brings more than a decade of experience leading mission-driven organizations. In her current role as Director of Development at Giving Back Fund, she advises the strategic creation and maintenance of foundations for high-net worth individuals and families. As Executive Director of Dwell with Dignity, she built a legacy of combining creativity, compassion, and strategic leadership to advance equity and opportunity. Her empathy-driven approach and bold vision make her the ideal inaugural Chair for the Blue Ridge Collaborative Board.
Amanda Boyd, Durham, North Carolina– Vice Chair
A cultural advocate, passionate storyteller, and collaborator on the award-winning Telling the Full Story initiative, Amanda Boyd has long been committed to amplifying underrepresented voices. Working alongside BRC Executive Director Annie Newton at the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough, she helped uncover and elevate narratives too often left untold. As Vice Chair at BRC, Amanda brings creative insight and deep community connection to the work of advancing BRC’s mission.
Camila Correa Bourdeau, Dallas, Texas – Secretary
Camila recently began a new role as Director of Financial Aid at St. Mark’s School of Texas, in Dallas. In her prior stint as Executive Director of March to the Polls, Camila led the organization with a commitment to education, equity, and civic engagement. A bilingual immigrant from Chile and former teacher, she brings lived experience and professional expertise to every space she enters. Camila’s leadership has empowered thousands of voters and inspired the next generation of civic leaders. Her passion for inclusive storytelling aligns perfectly with BRC’s mission to bridge divides through empathy and education.
David Wilson, Hillsborough, North Carolina– Treasurer
A seasoned CPA and finance leader, David Wilson serves as Philanthropy Accountant for the Fox Family Foundation and CFO of Garden View Realty, Inc. He is also the founder of accounting and financial advisory firm Grey Dog Consulting. His extensive background in financial management and nonprofit governance (including service on the board of the Orange County Rape Crisis Center) makes him a steady and insightful steward of BRC’s fiscal future.
In addition to our officers, BRC is guided by an extraordinary group of board members whose expertise spans the arts, education, entrepreneurship, and community leadership:
George Baker, Highland Park, Texas
George Baker, Sr. is an entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and servant leader. Best known for founding ParkHub and now leading 2 the Moon Ventures, George has built a career on seeing the future and making it happen. With multiple patents and numerous awards, he’s proven that innovation and ethics can go hand in hand.
Dr. Freddie Parker, Hillsborough, North Carolina
A distinguished historian and professor emeritus at North Carolina Central University, Dr. Parker has spent decades documenting the lives and legacies of Black and Indigenous communities in North Carolina. His groundbreaking books and appearances on PBS and the BBC have brought hidden histories into the public consciousness, earning recognition from governors, institutions, and cultural leaders.
Jessica Green, Apex, North Carolina
Jessica Green is an attorney, advocate, and supporter of the arts. As a litigator with Fox Rothschild, Jessica brings expertise in navigating complex challenges. Beyond the courtroom, she serves on the board of Artsplosure, Raleigh’s premier arts festival, reflecting her deep commitment to creativity, equity, and cultural connection.
This inaugural board represents the foundation on which BRC will continue to grow, a collective of leaders who believe that storytelling has the power to educate, connect, and transform.
As we move forward, we invite creators, educators, and changemakers to join us in this mission. Whether through film, design, publishing, or exhibits, BRC provides the platform and resources to bring meaningful stories to life.
Got an idea or a story to tell? Contact us at info@blueridgecollaborative.org or fill out the contact form here.
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