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Steve Hein, Chair

Steve retired from professional life at the end of 2016 after a 20-year career as a Coast Guard officer and a “second career” in marketing and executive management positions in northern Virginia, most recently as Chief Operating Officer of the nonprofit Germanna Foundation in Locust Grove. Steve is a graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and holds an MBA from Strayer University. Steve’s mom and dad, Lynn and Carol, moved to Lake of the Woods in 2000, and were inaugural members of LOWLINC. Steve saw first-hand how LOWLINC and its volunteers made it possible for his mom and dad to remain in their “Lakeside Hideaway” home and enjoy life as much as possible in their later years. He hopes to help LOWLINC continue to do the same for others.

Dave Davies, Vice Chair

Dave has been a LOWLINC volunteer since 2020. Dave and his wife Gina, LOWLINC a call handler and volunteer, moved to the lake in 2018. After 42 years in private school administration including heading two schools, Dave now works part-time as a consultant doing head searches, board governance training, and executive coaching. A graduate of Wilkes University (PA) with BS and MS degrees, Dave also earned a Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Jean McLallen, Treasurer

After enjoying five years as a week-ender, Jean moved to the Lake full time in 2006 when she retired as Director of Finance at the Arlington Free Clinic. Prior to that, she worked in financial reporting for MCI and WorldCom for ten years, and was active as a volunteer in Fairfax County and Arlington during her 34 years in Northern Virginia. She studied Liberal Arts at Vassar College before transferring to Cornell University to receive a BS degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration. She was Director of Public Relations at The Drake in Chicago before moving to Virginia and becoming active in a hospitality consulting firm with her husband.

Joya Lord, Secretary

Joya's military journey began unexpectedly when she joined the Army after finding Air Force recruiters unavailable. Excelling in Russian at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California, she later served in Military Intelligence and Arms Control roles. Fluent in Russian and Italian, Joya facilitated inspections and archival research, notably contributing to resolving cases of missing US soldiers from the Korean War. Graduating with honors in Russian Language and Communications, she pursued a Master's in Journalism. Post-retirement, Joya founded a consulting firm while enjoying life at Lake of the Woods with her husband Bill and their cat, Tigger.

Reggie Gavett, Director

Reggie Gavett has been a LOWLINC volunteer since 2021. Reggie and his wife Elaine Cook, Chair of the Social Committee, moved to the lake in 2011 as weekenders. Reggie retired in 2014 after 8 years in the United States Air Force and 26 years working in Washington DC at the General Services Administration. Serving as a Program Analyst, Information Technology Project Manger, Contracting and Data Center Manager. Reggie holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Maryland and a Masters Certificate in IT Project Management from George Washington University. Since coming to the lake Reggie has served in the LOW Lions Club, serving as club President from 2017 - 2018, Board of Directors of the Wilderness Food Pantry and membership in AARP, and the LOW Vets Club. Reggie is currently active in LOWLINC volunteering as a member of the Social Committee, a driver for the new RRCS mini bus and for transportation and maintenance service requests.

David Macpherson, Director

David's journey spans Scotland, Canada, and four US states. With a career in global relocation and real estate, he's worked with Fortune 50 clients, government entities, and served on industry boards. He was trusted by the World Bank, US Dept. of State, and DOD for relocations. David and his wife Alison enjoy their grandchildren who live close by in Ashburn, VA, along with rescue dogs Teddy and Chloe. A Scotsman with a knack for budgeting, David brings his expertise to LOWLINC. Despite his busy schedule, he finds time for pickleball and watching soccer and Formula One. Just a heads up: keep him away from karaoke—it's not quite bagpipes, but close!

Tom Baird, Director

Tom was born and raised in Hartford, Wisconsin, and some of his happiest memories include enjoying the lake life at his grandfather's cottage. Tom is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Accounting degree and is a Certified Public Accountant. Tom's professional career was as a financial executive specializing in accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting. Tom's work career included Arthur Andersen (Public Accounting - audit); Bucyrus Erie/West Gear Corporation (Corporate Controller/Division Controller); various L-3 Companies (VP Finance/Controller) and Aurora Flight Sciences (Controller). Tom and his wife Deborah purchased their home in Lake of the Woods in 2017 and became full-time residents in 2021. Both became LOWLINC volunteers in August 2023.

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