Board of Directors

Olivia Meade is the Executive Director of Lily's Place, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by substance use. With over eight years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Olivia previously worked in fundraising and financial management. She brings a strong background in organizational leadership, program development, and community engagement. A native of Lincoln County, WV, Olivia holds a bachelor's degree in Marketing and a master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Marshall University. She currently resides in Huntington, WV with her family, where she remains deeply committed to serving her community and local church. 

 Olivia Meade serves on The Local Exchange Board of Directors by bringing seasoned nonprofit leadership and deep community-rooted insight to the organization’s mission. As Executive Director of Lily's Place, she contributes expertise in program development, fundraising, financial management, and community engagement, strengthening the board’s strategic vision and impact. Her background in marketing and business administration, along with her strong ties to Lincoln County and Huntington, supports collaborative partnerships and sustainable growth for the organization. 

Keturah Amandus is a Cabell County native, mother of two from Milton, WV. A daughter of Marshall with a bachelors in Chemistry, her background is varied from a certified EMT, to a middle school Spanish & Science teacher, a jeweler for 16 years, and currently a chicken and pig farmer on the family farm she grew up on. She has a passion for raising animals in a pasture raised system, focusing on rotational grazing and regenerative agriculture. She loves sharing this passion on her farm social pages and YouTube, Amandus Family Farm. Keturah and her husband, Nick, have been members of three different local farmers markets over the past six years and love supporting other local farmers and small business vendors in their businesses and journeys. 

Colton C. Parsons is an attorney at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC and a lifelong West Virginian with deep roots in agriculture. He grew up on a small beef cattle farm in West Virginia, where he learned firsthand the value of hard work, stewardship, and community. Today, in addition to his legal practice, he remains actively connected to farming and local food production. Colton brings to The Local Exchange a unique perspective shaped by both his work as a lawyer and his experience as a producer. He is passionate about strengthening local farms and small businesses, supporting resilient food systems, and investing in the long-term vitality of West Virginia communities. 

 Austin Lucas serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for Lincoln County Schools, where he oversees financial operations, budgeting, accounting, and fiscal planning for the school district. He has experience developing and presenting organizational budgets, overseeing financial procedures, and managing public-sector financial responsibilities. Austin's financial expertise provides valuable fiscal and budgeting knowledge to The Local Exchange as the organization continues to grow. 

 Shauntelle Thompson is a Huntington native and Marshall University graduate who currently serves as the Farm and Food Coordinator for Unlimited Future, Inc. Through her work with UFI, she supports local farmers, food producers, and community food-system initiatives. Her connection to the Huntington community and experience working directly with local food and agriculture programs bring valuable regional knowledge and perspective to The Local Exchange. 

 Gail Patton is a longtime leader in Huntington's nonprofit and local food communities. She served for many years as Executive Director of Unlimited Future, Inc. (UFI), where she supported entrepreneurship, community development, and economic opportunities throughout the region. Gail was also a founder and early board leader of The Wild Ramp, a year-round local food market created to connect local farmers and food producers with consumers. Her extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, local food systems, small-business development, and community partnerships brings valuable perspective to The Local Exchange.