Lauren Mullis Borchert, the Executive Director for the Arc of Mecklenburg County, recently married and has changed her name. She is from the Charlotte area and went to school at Appalachian State University, where she attained a Bachelors of Science Degree in Sociology, with a concentration in Family Development. She is personally and professionally dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with developmental disabilities. Please contact her for information regarding advocacy and general business operating questions. You can reach her directly at 704-332-4535 ext. 102 or lauren@arcmeck.org.

Meika Garner is the Director of Development for the agency. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Communications and a minor in General Business, accompanied by a Masters degree in Nonprofit Management, which she earned from the University of Central Florida. She has been involved in the nonprofit sector for many years working in development. Her role here at The Arc helps to ensure that the agency can better serve our clients here in our community. She manages all major fundraising events including the Arc Angel Awards Dinner, the Fore Inclusion Charity Golf Tournament, and Festival of Trees Event. Please contact her for information or questions pertaining to fundraising, grant writing, marketing, or social media.  To reach her please contact (704) 332-4535 ext. 104 or meika@arcmeck.org.

Steve McIllwain is the Program Assistant for the Arc of Mecklenburg County. He earned an Associates Degree in Human Services with a specialization in Developmental Disabilities at Central Piedmont Community College and a Bachelor's Degree from Gardner-Webb University in Human Services. Steve works primarily the Aktion Club program. Steve believes his destiny is to work with people with developmental disabilities. He is dedicated to making a difference in their lives. You can reach Steve at (704) 332-4535 ext. 106 or steve@arcmeck.org.

The Arc of Mecklenburg County is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors consisting of people who are involved in various aspects of our community. Each board member contributes something unique and works diligently to ensure that our agency has the strategies and tools in place to continue to grow and serve our community. The Board focuses mainly on advocacy, planning, and relationship building.

Advocacy

Board members advocate at local, state, and national levels for and with people with disabilities and their families. Together we work to ensure disability policies and legislation represent the best interest of children and adults living with disabilities and their families. Advocacy is an important part of the board member's role.

Planning

The board works hard to ensure that we have a strategic plan in place that helps us to reach our goals. Every year they engage in a strategic planning session to develop the goals and strategies that enable us to carry-out our mission effectively and efficiently. Board members' involvement in the planning process is important for proper oversight and to the health of our organization.

Relationship Building

Board member's help to secure support of our mission and cause within our community through their various connections and networks. The board also engages in and supports our fundraising efforts to make sure that we have the financial means to carry-out our mission. A board member's connection to the community is valuable to our ability to procure of funds and solicit support.

The Board meets every other month with committees actively meeting in the months between Board meetings.

If you are interested in joining our board please contact Lauren Borchert at 704-332-4535 ext. 102.

• Aimee Greeter
• Ann Marie Daniel
• Eric Ritchie
• Eric Welch
• Greg Macisak
• Heather Nodeland
• Iris Boyd
• Kelly Goulla
• Lesli An Orio
• Rich Barker
• Sara Marie Miller  
• Thomas Brady
• Tracie-Lynn Zakas