Board of Directors

 

Tara Addeo
President, Serving Since 2015

Tara is a 30 year resident of the Carson Valley and raised three daughters here with her husband of 43 years, Ed. They also have two granddaughters aged 15 and 2 years old. She’s immeasurably connected to this valley and shows her support of its resident in many ways. In addition to serving as FSC Board President, she’s the board chair for Carson Valley Medical Center Foundation, former president of Families for Effective Autism Treatment, and former president of Main Street Gardnerville. Our organization is so fortunate to have such a passionate and committed woman at the helm.

Brittany Johansen
Vice President, Serving Since 2020

With over a decade of demonstrable success leading mission driven teams for nonprofit organizations, Brittany brings to the board competency serving diverse populations, efficacy in programming, and effective strategies for inspiring direct service teams. Raised here in the Carson Valley, Brittany joined FSC to give back to the community she grew up in. She has become a true champion of the individuals serving our worthwhile mission.

Gina Zink
Secretary, Serving Since 2017

Gina is the director of the outpatient clinic division at Carson Valley Medical Center and oversees primary care practices in the Carson Valley along with CVMC specialty clinic services. Since CVMC provides care to patients regardless of their insurance status, Gina is no stranger to service. Not only does she coordinate needed medical connections for clients of FSC, but she’s been passionately serving the board since 2017.

Doug Ritchie
Serving since 2019

We are so grateful for our Volunteers. It is an honor and pleasure to welcome Doug aboard the Family Support Council team.

Melissa Blosser
Serving since 2019

As an Autism Mom, and a domestic violence survivor, she joined the board to serve the community and create awareness for those with developmental disabilities and domestic violence survivors. Melissa brings to the board professional experience in communication, publicity, fundraising, and marketing. We are inspired by her story of strength and resilience and appreciate all that she contributes to our board.

Nadine Jenkins
Serving Since 2023

We are so grateful for our law enforcement officers in Douglas County! It is an honor and pleasure to welcome Nadine aboard the Family Support Council team.

Andrea Pawling
Serving Since 2023

Andrea grew up in Nevada and has been a Douglas County resident for over 21 years. She has worked in the Justice Management field for over 22 years, with over 20 of those years working with youth and their families. She brings a variety of experience, having worked in different roles within Juvenile Justice and Correctional settings. Andrea has a Master’s Degree in Justice Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, minor in Counseling and Educational Psychology, from the University of Nevada, Reno. Since 2022, Andrea has been the Deputy Director of the Douglas County Community Development Department. She joined the board because the work FSC does is critical for Douglas County and holds a personal place in her heart. We are beyond grateful for Andrea’s passionate heart and desire to serve.

Amber Larimer
Serving Since 2023

We are so grateful for our Volunteers. It is an honor and pleasure to welcome Amber aboard the Family Support Council team.