All tagged Leadership

Celebrating: Jen Fuller-Allen's Two Decades of Service at the J. Smith Young YMCA

Celebrating: Jen Fuller-Allen's Two Decades of Service at the J. Smith Young YMCA

Thomas Martin
ymca

In the heart of Lexington, North Carolina, one leader embodies a lifetime commitment to community and service: Jen Fuller-Allen. As the Chief Executive Officer of the J. Smith Young YMCA, Fuller-Allen is not just a figurehead; she is a local trailblazer, having been appointed in 2021 as the first female to ever lead the organization in its history. Her tenure is marked by a deep-seated passion for the Davidson County community—a commitment forged over more than two decades within the very walls of the Y she now helms.

More Than a Program: Chevon Burton, the Guiding Light of Project Potential

More Than a Program: Chevon Burton, the Guiding Light of Project Potential

Thomas Martin
education, mentorship

Chevon Burton's nearly 25 years of service as the Director of the Project Potential Program is more than just a job; it's a legacy. She has dedicated her life to ensuring that the next generation of Lexington students has the tools, guidance, and encouragement they need to succeed. On behalf of the Davidson Local and the entire Lexington community, we extend a heartfelt thank you for her tireless efforts. Her work is a powerful reminder that true community leadership is often quiet, always present, and profoundly impactful.

Unsung Community Leaders: Meredith McDonald Worley's Life of Faith and Service

Unsung Community Leaders: Meredith McDonald Worley's Life of Faith and Service

Thomas Martin
Appreciation, unsung hero's

What truly defines Meredith's leadership in Christ is her profound humility. Josh explains that when others try to recommend her for recognition, she often humbly declines, stating that she is simply "doing what God wants her to do" and believing that "someone else deserves that recognition." This selfless attitude, Josh says, has always been his mom’s core mission: doing God’s will.