The WEDC is pleased to introduce their 2026 WEDC Board of Directors. These women bring experience, vision, and a deep commitment to advancing women’s leadership and economic impact across North Alabama. We are grateful for their willingness to serve and help guide WEDC into the year ahead.

Please join us in welcoming our 2026 Board:

Executive Board Officers

• President - Lauren Smith
• Vice President - Veronica Cram
• Secretary - Ambrosia Patterson
• Treasurer - Emilie Gilliland

Board of Directors

• Past President - Melanie Thornton
• Allie Komara
• Mona Miller
• Kanique Mighty-Nugent
• Amy Roark
• Kathi Tew
• Tenesha Thomas
• Bree Wilbourn

We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the outgoing Board members for their time, leadership, and dedication. Your service has helped strengthen WEDC’s foundation and expand opportunities for women throughout our community.

Here’s to a new year of collaboration, impact, and bold leadership in 2026!