Staff & Board
Meet our wonderful team of Superheroes! H.O.P.E. of Winston-Salem has a small, but mighty staff of full & part-time employees that lead our operations and drive our organization forward.
Scott Best, Executive Director
“Scott began his journey with HOPE of Winston-Salem in November 2017 after relocating from Chicago. Formerly in the private sector, Scott made a career change back in 2008 and dedicated himself to ensuring all children and families have access to nutritious food supplies. He lives in Winston-Salem with his wife and daughter.”
Stephanie Fisher Kennedy, Marketing and Events Coordinator
Stephanie started at H.O.P.E. as a baking volunteer with her children many years ago. Prior to starting her family, Stephanie was an event planner in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas and New Jersey. When she is not planning events for H.O.P.E., you can find her volunteering all over the county, gardening or cooking. Stephanie lives in Winston Salem with her husband, two sons and two dogs. To reach Stephanie, please email Stephanie@hopews.org
Program Coordinator – Coming soon!
Terrance Scriven, Operations Specialist
Laurie Lonergan, Sunday Coordinator
Brianna Herrera, Sunday Coordinator
Javier Herrera, Operations Specialist
Niko Schmidt, Operations Specialist
Adrian Castillo, Operations Assistant
Ashley Manley, Volunteer Coordinator
Ashley started as a volunteer and then our Weekday Operations Specialist. She has transitioned to her current role, Volunteer Coordinator, in the fall of 2025. When not organizing our wonderful volunteers, Ashley homeschools her youngest son and raises chickens. To inquire about volunteer opportunities, email Ashley at Volunteer@hopews.org.
Katie McCombs,Yadkinville Growing Project (pictured with Friend of H.O.P.E., Jerry Eller)
Jeremy Wagner,Yadkinville Growing Project
Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board of Directors is a group of community-minded individuals with a passion for children and nutrition. They provide the leadership and fiduciary oversight required for our nonprofit organization.
Andrew Darcy
Maria Vernon
John Brockenbrough
Cameron Berry
Diane Fitzhugh
Keisha Wisely
Kyle Quinlivan
Ann Cash
Madelina Fordham
Brian Stebbins
David Tyson
Beth Winters