Staff |
Dan Leroy, Co-Founder, Co-Director
(828) 398-4158
In his words: Dan co-founded GO in 2008 out of his long-time pursuit of projects that restore people, communities and the planet. Originally from Connecticut, Dan spent most of his adult life in northern California before moving to North Carolina in 2007. He enjoys riding his bike in the mountains, practicing Tai Chi, and hanging with his wife and two boys, Leif and Kai.
Dewayne Barton, Co-Founder, Co-Director
blove(at)greenopportunities.org
In his words: DeWayne, also known as Blove, does a little bit of everything in and outside of the GO offices. His most important role, though, is creating connections and awareness throughout the Asheville communities. Outside of work, DeWayne enjoys creating sculptures that focus on social and environmental justice issues from trash and recycled items. He also enjoys writing poetry and making music.
Torin Kexel, Training Director
(828) 398-4168
torin(at)greenopportunities.org
In his words: Torin Kexel helped establish Green Opportunities and the GO Energy Team in the spring of 2008. Deeply moved by the co-founders commitment to rebuilding communities through green jobs, Torin spent most of the early days coaxing trainees to crawl around in attic insulation looking for air leaks to seal. As the Training Director he currently splits time between teaching weatherization and administering training programs related to building performance. When not working Torin can usually be found on the basketball court, or hiking and travelling with his wife.
Alana Pierce, Operations Manager
(828) 398-4158
alana(at)greenopportunities.org
In her words: In 2008, I joined Dan, DeWayne and Torin to help start the green jobs movement in our community. I count money for the organization, manage HR, coordinate volunteers and generally keep all these creative, big picture thinkers to task...and love every moment!
Tony Beurskens, GO Training Team Coordinator
(828) 398-4158
tony(at)greenopportunities.org
In his words: I have been a part of Green Opportunities since the first project at the Burton Street Peace Garden in 2008. I am where i am suppose to be!
Laura Dominkovic, Hood Huggers International Program Coordinator
(828) 398-4158
laura(at)greenopportunities.org
In her words: My job is to plan and teach the activities that allow our students to gain life skills, work soft skills and vocational skills; get youth out into their communities to contribute hands-on work that improve their neighborhoods; help youth discover their potentials, interests and their passions; connect youth with other available resources; and are fun and interesting enough to bring them back. When I'm not planning or teaching, I am hiking with my family, gardening, working on house improvement projects or volunteering as a Guardian Ad Litem.
Amber Singleton, Office Manager
(828) 398-4158
amber(at)greenopportunities.org
In her words: I have been with Green Opportunities since May 2010 and this is the best job I've ever had! Green Opportunities is exactly where I want to be. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, gardening, sewing, cooking, homesteading, traveling and hanging out with my friends, family and French beau.
Kelvin Bonilla, Training Coordinator
(828) 398-4158
kelvin(at)greenopportunities.org
In his words: I graduated from Asheville GO (GO Training Team now) in December 2009 and my life changed since the moment I entered the program in September 2009. I love my job and the people I work with and I wouldn't change it for nothing!
Sherrell Cuthbertson, GO Training Team Crew Leader
sherrell(at)greenopportunities.org
In her words: Sherrell assists the GO Training Team Program Coordinator. In her spare time, she loves to garden and spend time with her two kids.
Stephen Whiteside, Marketing Intern
(828) 398-4168
stephen(at)greenopportunities.org
In his words: I joined GO in October 2010. My role at GO is to assist in implementation of all marketing strategies by developing various elements essential for the growth of a GO. I enjoy music and playing just about all sports.
