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Irene JasperPresident Irene Jasper serves as President of the Virginia Creeper Trail Conservancy and is committed to helping build a strong future for the Trail and the communities it connects. A CPA with a 25-year career in non-profit administration, Irene brings experience in financial management, process improvement, operational efficiency, and program development. As President, Irene’s goal is to build a strong foundation for the Conservancy—one that is financially stable, operationally sound, transparent, and accountable. She is committed to building trust with members, donors, volunteers, and community partners while supporting the Trail through stewardship, advocacy, and thoughtful investment in its future. Irene lives in Whitetop, Virginia and on the weekends she can usually be found either in her garden or on one of the many beautiful trails in Southwest Virginia. |
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Greg MeadeVice-President Greg Meade is Vice President of the Virginia Creeper Trail Conservancy and has served on the Conservancy’s Board of Directors for 19 years, including a term as Treasurer. As a frequent rider of the Virginia Creeper Trail, he is committed to protecting and improving this treasured regional asset for residents and visitors alike. Greg also works in conservation and natural resource management with The Nature Conservancy. |
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Gina RoweTreasurer/Secretary Gina serves the Virginia Creeper Trail Conservancy as Secretary and Treasurer. A native of Abingdon, Virginia, Gina is a graduate of Virginia Tech, where she earned a degree in Environmental Science. She transitioned to a career in financial services in 2001 and has spent the past 15 years with Cary Street Partners in Abingdon, where she currently serves as Senior Client Relationship Manager. She has enjoyed the Virginia Creeper Trail for more than 30 years and is deeply committed to preserving this treasured resource for the community. Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, she was inspired to become more actively involved in the recovery and restoration of the trail, recognizing its importance to the region and to the many people who enjoy it. Outside of work and her board responsibilities, Gina enjoys cycling, camping, reading historical fiction, and spending time outdoors with her family. |
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Phil HofferPhil Hoffer is a retired anesthesiologist from Bristol, TN. He grew up in South Carolina and moved to Bristol in 1982. Phil is a longtime member of the Virginia Creeper Trail Club and the Virginia Creeper Trail Conservancy. He is a frequent and familiar face riding the trail and has completed many section hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Phil and his wife, Nancy, are the parents of three children and have one grandson. Phil is committed to ensuring the Virginia Creeper Trail remains a regional financial and outdoor recreational resource to be valued and protected. |
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Dylan MantoothDylan is a logistics engineer in the truckload transportation sector and lives in Abingdon, Virginia. He has been involved with the mountain biking community since the late 1990s, including trail design and implementation, maintenance, and volunteering with the Cherokee National Forest Ocoee Ranger District and multiple cycling organizations. Dylan was introduced to the Virginia Creeper Trail in 1998 and says it was love at first ride. He is committed to helping ensure this incredible regional treasure can be enjoyed by future generations. |
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Allison MaysAllison Mays is Director of the Virginia Tech Southwest Center, a position she has held since May 2023. She has held various professional leadership positions throughout the region, served on the boards of several regional, state, and national organizations, and was elected to a term on the Washington County Board of Supervisors. Allison served as Vice-Chair of the National Association of Counties Arts & Culture Commission and has presented at national conferences about the economic impacts of arts, culture, and outdoor recreation in Southwest Virginia. She also lends her expertise to the Virginia Tech Center for Economic and Community Engagement Speakers Bureau and is a member of the Virginia Tech Engagement Leadership Council. She currently serves on the boards of Friends of Southwest |
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Michael WrightMichael Wright is the owner of Adventure Damascus and a passionate advocate for the Virginia Creeper Trail. As a local business owner whose life and work are deeply connected |
