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Alison Boyd co-founded Wings of Hope Ranch with friends Jane Yancey and Cindy Colon in 2006 after being inspired by the book “Hope Rising” by Kim Meeder. Alison has served in many key roles including on the board of directors and managed the program as a volunteer until 2018. In 2018, Alison became the executive director of Wings of Hope Ranch and managed day to day operations under the board’s leadership until 2021. Alison’s passion has always been to have a ranch for children someday and it is her pleasure to serve daily in this unique ministry opportunity that pairs rescue horses with children facing conflicts and challenges. She considers it a gift from God and a personal calling on her life to serve at the ranch. Alison loves working with the horses and the children, but best of all she loves to see the Holy Spirit move in the people, the property, the land and the horses that all participate in the program. Alison is certified in Biblically Based Equine Assisted Programming through Shepherd Academy.

Alison can be emailed at Alison@wingsofhoperanch.org

Director

Alison Boyd

Joe has been serving at Wings of Hope in several capacities since 2013. He has served individually and with his wife Sharon as a Barn volunteer, Session volunteer, and Session Supervisor.

Joe was born and raised on a farm in Stuarts Draft, Virginia. After graduating high school, he joined the United States Army, where he served as a helicopter pilot for 38 years. With his recent retirement in 2022, Joe is now a Medical Helicopter Pilot for VCU.

Joe and his wife Sharon have been married since 1991. They have 4 children and 3 grandchildren. Joe and Sharon have lived in Montpelier, Virginia since 2010. He is a member of Vertical Church in Richmond, Virginia; serving in whatever capacity the Lord directs him as part of the body of Christ.

Joe shares, “I am so thankful for the many blessings God has given ranchers, volunteers, and me here at Wings of Hope. By surrendering what we are doing, stepping out and trusting Jesus with childlike faith, I have seen numerous miracles in ranchers, volunteers, myself, and my marriage through serving at Wings of Hope.”

“Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6

Director

Joe Puckett

Laura is the Vice President of Organization Development Services for Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). In her role she provides customized organization, learning, and human resource development solutions to VEDP and our clients who are bringing new business and expansions to the Commonwealth. Laura has spent more than 30 years as an organization development professional working across several industries including manufacturing, retailing, healthcare, government, and academia. Laura has served as an adjunct faculty member for Virginia Commonwealth University and has worked on a variety of talent strategy initiatives, organizational development, change management, leadership development, and instructional design projects with Arthur J. Gallagher, Bon Secours Health System, Owens & Minor, and the U.S. Army Cadet Command.
Laura graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Management. She earned a M.Ed. from Virginia Commonwealth University in Adult Education and Human Resource Development and has completed over 60 hours of post-graduate work in Leadership & Organization Development. Laura also holds certifications for Executive Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, DiSC, Outward Mindset, Brain-Based Science, and a variety of other assessments. Laura and her husband, Kyle, have four children and live in Ashland, Virginia. They enjoy spending time with family, hiking, and volunteering their time to work on projects for family and friends.

Director

Laura Boone

I have been involved with Wings of Hope for almost 14 years as a Session Supervisor, Board Member and pretty much anything else that was needed at the ranch. I have a passion for horses and serving the children in our Christian Ministry. Over the years, I have been amazed at the positive impact the Ranch has had on so many young lives. God has truly blessed our Ranch, the children we serve, and our rescue horses in so many ways.
I am a member of Our Lady Of Lourdes Church in Henrico. Married to my husband for almost 38 years. I am Director of Operations for our family-owned small business in Henrico. Our children are grown, have gotten married and blessed us with three grandchildren, (one more on the way).

My grandchildren are my precious blessings. I absolutely love to be around horses and have been riding (whenever I could/can) since I was young. I always say that the horses are my therapy and healing. They bring me peace and calm. I am so honored and lucky to be a part of Wings of Hope Ranch.

Director

Kathy Mullsteff

Director

Anna Martin

Ellen has been involved with the ranch for 8 years as a parent of a rancher and more recently as a session volunteer. Because the ranch has been life-changing for her daughter, she is grateful for each opportunity to give back through volunteering. As an educator, she brings expertise in effectively educating and supporting children.

Secretary

Ellen Guidry

Josh serves as Commercial Relationship Manager with SouthState Bank. Josh has served the banking industry for the entirety of his 15 year career, working in both the Retail and Commercial areas of the bank. Beginning with a local community bank after receiving his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Longwood University, building relationships has been paramount throughout his career. He recognizes the trust that business executives place in their banker, not just for products and services, but for advice and feedback as well. As a result, he has pursued continuing education through the Virginia Banker’s Association’s School of Bank Management where he is a 2018 graduate, as well as completing their Executive Leadership Institute program in May 2023. Josh also serves on the steering committee for the VBA’s Emerging Bank Leaders group.

Josh serves as Commercial Relationship Manager with SouthState Bank. Josh has served the banking industry for the entirety of his 15 year career, working in both the Retail and Commercial areas of the bank. Beginning with a local community bank after receiving his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Longwood University, building relationships has been paramount throughout his career. He recognizes the trust that business executives place in their banker, not just for products and services, but for advice and feedback as well. As a result, he has pursued continuing education through the Virginia Banker’s Association’s School of Bank Management where he is a 2018 graduate, as well as completing their Executive Leadership Institute program in May 2023. Josh also serves on the steering committee for the VBA’s Emerging Bank Leaders group.

Josh is an active member in the community, having served on the Board of Directors for the Hanover Chamber of Commerce as well as the Hanover Industrial Airpark Business Association (HIAPBA). He also is very involved in his local church, Beaverdam Baptist, serving as Director of Discipleship and Sunday School Director. Josh was instrumental in helping the ranch purchase its forever home property in early 2020.

He is married to his wife Sara, and they have three children- Elizabeth, Jackson, and Harden- and live in Western Hanover where they moonlight as cattle farmers, having started a small herd of AHA Registered Hereford cattle.

Treasurer

Josh Holder

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