Our Leadership & Staff
A Dedicated Team,
Committed to You
Officers
Aaron Holt
Interim Chief Executive Officer &
Chief Administrative Officer
Aaron Holt serves as Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Administrative Officer for Alderwood of Davidson County, guiding executive leadership and operational functions to support the organization’s commitment to compassionate, high-quality care.
Having joined the organization in 2022, Aaron brings over 15 years of experience in human resources and organizational leadership. He oversees strategic operations, human resources, facilities, and safety. Aaron holds an MBA and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and IT from Liberty University and is a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP).
Jennifer Everhart, RN, CHPN
Chief Clinical Officer & Corporate Compliance Officer
Jennifer Everhart, our Chief Clinical Officer, was born and raised here in Davidson County. She has been in healthcare since 1987, and has been a Registered Nurse since 2008. Jennifer started her career with the organization as a field nurse in 2010, and earned her certification in hospice and palliative care in 2014. As our Chief Clinical Officer, Jennifer supervises hospice care services through our home care program, at long term care facilities, and at our Hinkle Hospice House inpatient unit. In addition, Jennifer supervises our grief and bereavement programs, our volunteer services, and acts as our Corporate Compliance Officer.
Lana J. Riemann, MD, MPH
Chief Medical Officer and Medical Services Physician
Dr. Lana Riemann has over 21 years of experience in hospice and palliative care. Prior to her career as a Board Certified physician in Hospice and Palliative Medicine as well as Family Medicine, Dr. Riemann attended Vassar College and the UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. She has worked as a hospice and palliative care physician in Charlotte, rural western North Carolina, and Davidson County, serving with our agency for more than 10 years.
William (Bill) P. Taylor, CPA
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Bill Taylor, CPA, is a veteran hospice consultant based in North Carolina, specializing in financial sustainability and organizational quality. In addition to serving as a recurring interim CFO for select agencies, Bill is a distinguished CHAP faculty member. He frequently shares his expertise through the Five Star Formula workshop and the financial modules of the Hospice Operator training, empowering agencies to balance mission-driven care with operational excellence.
Directors
Kristen Chafin
Director of People and Facility Operations
Kristen Chafin serves as the Director of People and Facility Operations for Alderwood of Davidson County, where she oversees human resources, employee experience, facilities, and safety across the organization. In her role, Kristen is focused on creating a positive and supportive workplace while ensuring Alderwood’s teams have the resources and support they need to provide exceptional care to the community. Kristen joined the organization in 2024 and brings experience in human resources, organizational leadership, and business operations. She holds a Master of Arts in Education and brings a people-centered approach to her work, with a focus on supporting employees and strengthening workplace culture.
Angie Grubb
Director of Finance
Angie Grubb serves as the Director of Finance for Alderwood of Davidson County, bringing over three decades of dedicated service to the organization and its mission. Throughout her tenure, Angie has advanced through progressive financial leadership roles and now provides comprehensive oversight for payroll, billing, and accounts payable. Beyond supporting the organization’s fiscal health, she actively contributes to a safe and supportive work environment as a member of the Safety Committee.
Amy Leonard
Director of Patient Access
A lifelong Davidson County resident, Amy Leonard brings 29 years of dedicated hospice experience to her role, having started with the agency in June of 1997. Over nearly three decades, she has grown alongside the organization, serving as Medical Records Coordinator, Referral Coordinator, and Assessment Team Leader. Since 2020, she has served as the Director of Patient Access, providing direct oversight to the liaison team, admissions nurses, referral/intake, and medical records departments. She earned her degree in Health Information from Davidson County Community College (DCCC), now known as Davidson-Davie Community College (DDCC).
Kaitlyn McFadden, BSN, CHPN
Director of Home Care and Clinical Education
Kaitlyn McFadden brings over a decade of experience in hospice care, including eight years in progressive leadership roles. She serves as Director of Home Care Services, where she provides strategic and operational oversight of clinical services and leads interdisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Kaitlyn is a Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN). Her clinical expertise includes pediatric, oncology, and home hospice care. She has been with the agency for 10 years and is committed to advancing excellence, compassion, and dignity in serious illness care.
Elizabeth McNeil MSN, ANP-C, ACHPN
Director of Provider Services
Elizabeth McNeil has served as the Nurse Practitioner for the organization since 2011 and manages our Advanced Practice Providers and on-call medical team. Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UNC Chapel Hill in 2005 followed by a Master of Science in Nursing from UNC Greensboro in 2010. Since 2011, Elizabeth has been an AANP certified Nurse Practitioner, and is certified as an ACHPN (Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse).
Ashley Milam, AAS
Director of Community & Volunteer Engagement
Ashley Milam serves as the Director of Community & Volunteer Engagement at Alderwood of Davidson County, where she is passionate about strengthening relationships between the organization and the community it serves. In her role, Ashley leads our Volunteer Services Program, special events, community outreach, and opportunities that help connect individuals and organizations with Alderwood’s mission, while also supporting marketing and communications efforts. Ashley began her career in hospice care in 2009 as a CNA at Alderwood’s Hinkle Hospice House and later earned her Associate Degree in Healthcare Administration from Forsyth Technical Community College.
Cole Warner
Director of Support Services and the Counseling Center
Cole Warner, LCMHC, serves as the Director of Support Services at the organization, where he also oversees the Digital Health Education Program and hosts the Community Connections Podcast. Holding a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Cole has provided compassionate grief support and education to individuals and families since 2018. He is currently contributing a section on grief and loss to an upcoming textbook for palliative care residents.
Service Leadership Staff
Chasity Falls
Clinical Nurse Team
Leader, Hinkle Hospice House
Angie Hughes
Chef
Jennifer King MSN, RN, FNP-C
Medical Services Nurse Practitioner
Becky McMahan
Quality & Corporate Compliance Manager
Paige Overby
Administrative Team
Leader, Hinkle Hospice House
Megan Owens
Clinical Educator,
Infection Control Officer
Preston Sechriest
Facilities & Safety Manager, Safety Officer
Emily Sullivan
Bereavement Coordinator
