DLCCC Board of Directors

Wes, who was born and raised in Toccoa, Georgia, has lived in Dahlonega since 2004. He is a decorated Marine Corps combat veteran and a 2006 graduate of North Georgia College and State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Wes spent the first decade of his professional career in/around Atlanta in the financial services and investment management industries. Wes is currently involved with a variety of entrepreneurial endeavors including real estate (as both a Realtor with Chestatee Real Estate and as the developer of a short-term rental development - Triple Creek Farms) and education/childcare services (Wes and his wife, Heather, own and operate Dahlonega’s largest childcare center - Dahlonega Country Day Academy). Wes is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf, and supporting his children in their many activities.

Dathan Harbert is the General Manager of Consolidated Gold Mines and has been with the company since 2006.  He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of North Georgia and is a Certified Professional Gemologist.  Dathan sits on the Board of Directors for The Gold Rush Days Festival and is blessed to serve a variety of philanthropic programs funded by the event.  He is a student mentor with Lumpkin County Family Connection. He is a 2021 graduate of Leadership Lumpkin County and served as Chair of the LLC class of 2023.  Dathan continues to be involved in LLC and LYL facilitating the communication class day.   In his spare time, Dathan enjoys collecting antiques, learning about local history, traveling and spending time with his wife, Kim. 
 

My name is Tammy Soles, I am the Director of Clinical Care & Staff Development for Northeast Ga. Physicians Group. I have been with Northeast Ga. Health Systems for 21 years working both in the inpatient and ambulatory settings. I graduated UNG in 2007 with my Bachelor's degree in Nursing and earned a Master's degree in Nursing from Saint Xavier University in 2015 and certified as a Clinical Nurse Leader. I am a 4th generation "nugget" with deep roots in this community.  I've been married to my husband Jason for 20 years and we have 3 sons: Will, Caleb, and Bo. 

Jessica “Bird” Brown is an event planner, educator, and connector who brings vision to life through Crowded Table Events, the company she co-founded to celebrate people’s stories through her expertise as an event planner. For 15 years, she served at the University of North Georgia, leading leadership programs, building community, and designing impactful experiences for students. Today, alongside running her business, Bird serves as the Director of Innovation and Operations at ConnectAbility, Inc., where she transitioned from Board Chair to full-time team member to advance the organization’s mission of inclusion. Guided by Crowded Table’s core values of trust, authentic connection, and excellence in every detail, she combines heart and expertise to create moments worth remembering.

This former high school social studies teacher and Gifted Coordinator, owns The Dahlonega Square Hotel & Villas in the historic district of downtown Dahlonega.  DSH is a boutique hotel housing 6 king and 6 double queen rooms and one suite.  The Historic Villa is located on South Park Street.  The lobby of DSH also hosts a wine tasting room serving Kaya Wines.

Catherine also chairs the board of directors of the Lumpkin County College and Career Academy and volunteers at Jeremiah's Place.  Previously on the board of Lumpkin County Literacy Coalition and Leadership Lumpkin County as the alumni chair (LLC Class of 2015).

Catherine and husband, Johnny, have lived and worked in Lumpkin County since 1996.  Mother to two daughters; Sarah Beth Wright (Durant) and Caroline Werkheiser (Andrew) and three grandsons ranging in age from 6 years to 3 years.  

My name is Nate Gardner and I am the Director of Operations at Satellite Industries overseeing both facilities in Dahlonega. I currently live in Cumming, Ga with my wife and daughter. I also have my MBA from the University of North Georgia. 

Peterson Construction Company LLC is a Dahlonega based, veteran owned licensed and insured General Contractor.  With experience in both residential and commercial construction, we specialize in remodels, renovations, and additions.  We pride ourselves on quality work and great communication with our customers.  We love turning our customers' visions into reality.  Estimates are free, and we love meeting our Dahlonega neighbors!  

Clark was born and raised in Dahlonega, Ga where he graduated Lumpkin County High School.  After high school he attended North Georgia College and State University where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.  Clark joined Stringer Insurance Agency in 1996 and is currently Vice President of Sales.   Clark is an avid golfer, loves traveling with his wife Rebecca, and supporting his children in all endeavors.

 
I am a history major in the Honors Program at the University of North Georgia. I derive my sense of purpose from working to address the needs of my community and beyond. Outside of school, I am the Founder and Executive Director of Women Together Period, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works towards ending period poverty in north Georgia. I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and adopted rabbits, painting, and engaging in discussions over a cup of coffee.

Born and raised in Decatur, Georgia and attended Gordon and Norcross High Schools. After graduating Norcross High School, attended and graduated North Georgia College in 1977 where I met my wife. Reported to Fort Knox, KY that year with a follow-on assignment as an Armor Officer in Germany. Upon return to the United States, attended and successfully completed the US Army Aviation Flight School at Fort Rucker, Alabama.  After many assignments in Aviation and Air Cavalry units in the contiguous United States and the Republic of Korea, retired and moved back to the Atlanta area and enjoyed a career in banking. Moved to Dahlonega in 2010. I have two successful daughters who reside in the Atlanta area with their families to include two grand-daughters and a grand-son. Currently own Real Property Management Stellar.