The Forgotten Harvest board of directors has elected Andrew Ottaway as its chair and added seven new board members.
Ottaway is a senior managing director at FINNEA Group, an investment banking and consulting services firm in Birmingham. He has held several leadership positions, including assistant vice president at National Bank of America, senior vice president at Comerica Bank, and executive vice president at Flagstar Bank. Ottaway brings his commitment to community service to Forgotten Harvest to ensure new heights of growth for the nonprofit.
Kim Bailiff, Nancy Bechek Bluth, Eva Garza Dewaelsche, Steve Hilfinger, Hanna Hoskins, Gilda Jacobs, and Shannon Wilson are the new members of the board. Their terms run through through June 30, 2027.
“It is an exciting time for Forgotten Harvest as we welcome our new board chair and members,” says Adrian Lewis, CEO of Forgotten Harvest. “Their unique knowledge, achievements, and insights will significantly aid Forgotten Harvest in its mission and vision, enhancing our positive impact on the people we serve. Our shared dedication to sustainable solutions and community empowerment is stronger than ever, and it’s a privilege to have these exceptional individuals join us on this journey.”
