Who We Are

Bill holds a BS degree in Business and Finance from Trinity College of Vermont, an AS degree from
Champlain College, a professional certification from the Institute of Supply Management, and a
manufacturing Six Sigma Black Belt. Bill is on the Board of Directors of the Windmore Foundation for
the Arts and is an administrative volunteer at Culpeper Free Clinic, a volunteer for the American
Cancer Society, a past President of Junior Achievement of Vermont, a past mentor for the local Lego
Mindstorms/Robotics team, and a former manager/coach of Little League Baseball here in Culpeper.
Bill is retired from the aerospace and industrial corporate world where he traveled internationally for
43 years, holding numerous senior level positions in Quality, Supply Chain, Production and
Procurement where he managed teams of senior level engineers and supply chain professionals. He is
an avid supporter of the mission of Habitat for Humanity, and recognizes the shortage of affordable
housing in this community requires a team of volunteers to work closely with each other, with local
businesses, and with Culpeper Town and County officials, to shorten the path to home ownership for
those in need. Bill is a regular volunteer at our job sites, and has lived and worked in Culpeper County
for 26 years where he and his wife raised their family of 3 children.

Kyle brings extensive expertise in building codes, construction, and housing safety to the board. He works in local government as a Building Code Administrator, supporting safe, high-quality residential and commercial construction through code interpretation, technical development, and guidance. Kyle is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring serving as an instructor for the Virginia Building Code Academy, supporting technical education and workforce development.
 

Kyle and his wife moved to Culpeper three years ago to raise their family and strongly believe in immersing themselves in the community they live. He remains engaged with the Virginia Building and Code Officials Association (VBCOA) and other state and national code enforcement organizations and is passionate about supporting Habitat for Humanity’s mission to expand access to safe, affordable housing in Culpeper County.

Amanda worked for a large telecommunications company before becoming a stay-at-home parent and active volunteer. Married since 2000 she and her husband have 5 children. A true philanthropist, in addition to serving on the Habitat for Humanity of Culpeper board of directors she is also currently serving as a LifeNet Organ Donation Ambassador, a volunteer and an advocate for Make-A-Wish and the American Heart Association (all very near and dear to her heart as her & her husbands youngest and only son was born with a congenital heart condition which after multiple open-heart surgeries required him to receive a heart transplant), Eastern View High School PTO President, Culpeper Business Women Secretary, and Windmore Foundation For The Arts President Board of Directors. Her hobbies include antiquing, reading books, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Amanda brings over 27 years of experience to the board with her vast expertise in volunteering for many organizations and nonprofits, serving as a board member, coordinator, and president.

Gwendolyn is a website and social media expert, and is now the Web Master for our Culpeper Affiliate.
She joined the Board of Directors in January of 2024, and is currently revamping the website and Facebook pages for Culpeper Habitat. 
Currently she is a government contractor but also designs and consults for multiple small local businesses, is a board member of CRI in Culpeper, and is very active in Culpeper County events. She is also an award-winning, adaptable, and “take-charge” event producer with a talent for special-event management and a focus on outstanding customer service. Her marketing experience includes 25 years of corporate and community charity work.
Fun fact: Gwen is a court-appointed Officiant for the Commonwealth of VA and the State of OH. She has written and performed over 100 weddings in the past 4 years.
 

Jerry holds a BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and had a long
career in the computer programming and information technology industry. He has been involved in
Habitat projects since volunteering on building a house in 2011. He has also been the Construction
Coordinator and President of the Board. Currently he is the retired Construction Coordinator for the
North Aspen Street project and now serves as a consultant to our construction and repair projects. Jerry
is proficient in all aspects of residential electrical wiring, framing and plumbing.

Bruce has been working in the building industry for over 50 years. With an AS Degree in Drafting
Technology, Bruce has built many houses and completed renovations in New York and Connecticut,
eventually moving on to become a window expert as a rep for many of the best known window brands.
Bruce was employed by the Culpeper County Building Department for 16 years, and he retired as the
Senior Building Inspector in April of 2021. He is currently semi-retired and working part time with

Culpeper County as a Plan Reviewer. During his time with the building department, Bruce and a col-
league were awarded a $500k grant to fund the Green Building Resource Center which provided educa-
tion and training for builders, the trades, students and the public at large regarding best practices in en-
ergy saving home construction. Bruce has been certified as a HERS and BPI Energy Rater. He is a

State of Virginia Building Code Instructor and teaches classes on Energy Code and Residential Plan
Review. He works with the State of Virginia Energy Committee writing and updating the state's energy
code. Bruce is the father of 3 grown children and resides in Culpeper in an energy efficient home he
and his wife, Pat, designed and built together.

Tara Kirchner is a stay-at-home mom of two young boys and works part time as a paralegal, substitute teacher and helps her husband with his electrical trade.  She was raised in a small town in West Virginia before moving to Northern Virginia in the mid 1990's where she lived and worked as a legal assistant until the spring of 2020 when she and her family moved to Culpeper.  Her hobbies include taking care of her animals on her small farm and being involved in her children's sports activities and helping those in need.  Tara recently joined the Board of Directors.

John has been involved in construction his entire life. His Grandfather taught Construction Trades at Alfred University in Alfred NY and at the age of 15, John had the opportunity to assist in the building of a home from foundation through finishes alongside many of his grandfather’s students.
 

The first 9 years of John’s adulthood were spent in the US Navy followed by a 29-year career in the Government Services Sector where he held positions at all levels of the System Procurement and Support Processes. For the past 10 years he and his wife Cynthia have been serving the Real Estate industry as the Owners/Operators of HouseMaster Home Inspections, a Neighborly Company.
 

John has over 35 years of civic volunteerism through many different organizations including Lions Clubs, Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus, Veterans Associations, Empowering Culpeper, and is currently serving on the board of Greater Piedmont Realtors.
 

He supports the Habitat for Humanity mission and recognizes the need for more affordable housing in Culpeper County and the Town of Culpeper. He is excited to have the opportunity to work with Culpeper County and Town Officials Local Service Organizations and businesses, as well as volunteers from the community-at-large to help make the dream of home ownership become a reality for as many people as
possible.

Meg holds a BS from George Mason University. She has over 30 years of accounting experience working for non-profits in the Washington DC/Northern Virginia area. She also enjoys working at her church and traveling with her husband.

Elizabeth is our last Habitat recipient in 2024. She loved our cause so much and wanted to help future families that she asked to be part of our organization. She will be part of the family partnership committee to ensure that future families have someone who has been through the process be able to walk with them through their journey. She looks forward to making the process as seamless and stress free as possible. 

She is a single mom to 5 kids, 1 daughter and 4 boys. She has an associates in general studies and is currently working on another associates in business.  Elizabeth has a love for crafting and has recently found a new passion with making homemade breads.