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Page 2 of 2 Katie Loovis <br />Other Comments: <br />This application was current on:5/15/2020 Date Printed:5/15/2020 <br />Boards/Commissions appointments: <br />Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br />I have admired DTCC for many years, especially their commitment to help students of color and <br />low-income students succeed. Now a resident of the community, I would like to use my time and <br />talent to help DTCC thrive in these changing times. <br />Conflict of Interest: <br />I believe my company (GSK) and/or our foundation (GSK Foundation for NC) has funded DTCC <br />in the past, but I am not aware of a current financial relationship. <br />Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: <br />Workforce Development Board - Regional Partnership (CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING APP <br />Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br />I am currently earning my doctorate in community college leadership from NC State with a focus <br />on workforce development and labor market outcomes; I’m leading the contract from Orange <br />County Government to study the skilled construction trades talent pipeline and the feasibility of a <br />trades center in Orange County; and I’m leading the contract from the Carrboro Tourism <br />Development Authority to build new assets to promote more tourism and economic development <br />for the town. Further, my role as VP of The Chamber allows me to support and advocate for <br />stronger workforce development connections and initiatives. <br />Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br />I believe I could both learn and add value through service on this board. I hope to better connect <br />our business community throughout Orange County in the current and future regional workforce <br />development programs and planning. <br />Conflict of Interest: <br />Contribution to the diversity of viewpoints on this board: <br />This ~23-member board serves five counties but has only 1 board member representing Orange <br />County. I hope to collaborate with the other Orange County Board member to represent our <br />county and also amplify the voice of our business community. (source: <br />https://regionalpartnershipwdb.org/about-us/our-board/). <br />Orange County Parks and Recreation Council <br />Background, education and experience relevant to this board: <br />1) Former Master Gardener in Washington, DC (2015-2016) through the University of the <br />District of Columbia - I am passionate about the production of and access to fresh local <br />produce. <br />2) Master of Public Administration (UNC, 2002) - I would bring a bal <br />Reasons for wanting to serve on this board: <br />I recently moved back to Chapel Hill after 15 years in Washington, DC advancing global and <br />national policies. I am eager to get involved locally. As a new Orange County resident who is <br />passionate about public lands and outdoor health and wellness, and giv <br />Conflict of Interest: <br />Application Date:4/3/2017 <br />17