Jeanne Winter-Treasurer
Jeanne grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, one of seven children. Jeanne joined the US Air Force Reserves and upon returning from Basic Training and Schooling for Communications with a Top -Secret Clearance. She went on to study Mass Communications with a focus on Broadcast Journalism at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, then worked in Radio and TV for 30 years, taking her from Milwaukee to Portland, Oregon and Northern California. Jeanne moved with her partner, Frank, to Hayesville, NC at the end of 2020. Shortly after, Frank and Jeanne began publishing Lake Chatuge Living magazine. Jeanne has volunteered for many organizations over the years, serving on several boards. She is a huge animal lover and enjoys travel, the outdoors and getting together with friends and family. |
Rachael Smith - Secretary
Rachael is a born and raised Floridian. She moved to Hayesville, North Carolina in 2021 with her husband and their two children. Rachael was eager to fulfill her passion for third-party reproduction after completing several gestational surrogacy journeys herself to help others complete their families by then pursuing a career change from an extensive background in Sales and Marketing, to now working as a Senior Director of Operations for a Surrogacy and Egg Donation Agency. She previously volunteered for 20 years with an animal rescue shelter, served 3 years on the Women United Board (an entity of United Way), and volunteered for the Veterans Support Fund. Rachael has earned the title of professional business people in 40 under 40 and was volunteer of the year in her senior year of high school. Rachael keeps quite busy as her children are actively involved in extracurricular activities. On the weekends, you can find Rachael and her family soaking up memories by doing fun day trips together. Additionally, Rachael has four fur-babies and thoroughly enjoys cooking and volunteering her time helping others. |
Andrea Rix
After living in St. Augustine, Florida for 22 years, Andrea, her husband and two children have recently made their home in Templeton, Pennsylvania where Andrea grew up. She is passionate about helping families facing big battles find support, love and community as well as reducing isolation associated with a serious illness.
Andrea holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in Speech and Communication Studies and Public Relations. After serving as an Event Planner for SMG for many years, Andrea found her passion working in the development field for nonprofits in various fundraising roles throughout her career including the Assistant Director of Development for River Garden Senior Services and Director of Annual Giving for Flagler College. In 2015, when her son, was diagnosed at age 3 with a brain tumor, all her efforts became focused on helping her family as well as other families dealing with brain tumors and childhood cancer navigate the many challenges associated with these illnesses through volunteerism.
Andrea and her family discovered The Still Place in 2017 as a retreat family. The Still Place has fostered their families love for nature, adventure and exploration. The magic of the mountains and all who surround Compass Creek have provided them much inspiration and joy. Andrea is honored to be a part of offering these beautiful gifts to other families and to help nourish and grow The Still Place.
After living in St. Augustine, Florida for 22 years, Andrea, her husband and two children have recently made their home in Templeton, Pennsylvania where Andrea grew up. She is passionate about helping families facing big battles find support, love and community as well as reducing isolation associated with a serious illness.
Andrea holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in Speech and Communication Studies and Public Relations. After serving as an Event Planner for SMG for many years, Andrea found her passion working in the development field for nonprofits in various fundraising roles throughout her career including the Assistant Director of Development for River Garden Senior Services and Director of Annual Giving for Flagler College. In 2015, when her son, was diagnosed at age 3 with a brain tumor, all her efforts became focused on helping her family as well as other families dealing with brain tumors and childhood cancer navigate the many challenges associated with these illnesses through volunteerism.
Andrea and her family discovered The Still Place in 2017 as a retreat family. The Still Place has fostered their families love for nature, adventure and exploration. The magic of the mountains and all who surround Compass Creek have provided them much inspiration and joy. Andrea is honored to be a part of offering these beautiful gifts to other families and to help nourish and grow The Still Place.