Our Team
Jordan Parker
Volunteer CEO and President
Connie Parker
Volunteer CFO and Vice President
Karly Hagwood
Director of Operations and Marketing
Board Members
Michael has been involved with the Foundation since its beginning. He currently serves as the Foundation's Treasurer. Michael is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Financial Planner. He is a Director with Snead, Williams and Mayhew, PLLC in Danville, VA and a graduate of Lynchburg College. He is also a Deacon at Sandy Level Baptist Church. Michael, along with his wife Shelley, and two sons Jack and Ian, reside in Chatham, VA. Michael enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing basketball. Michael continues to serve the Foundation in assisting with the Foundation's finances and accounting and is best known for his lead commentating for the Foundation's dodge ball tournament.
Michael Mayhew
Board Member / Treasurer
Olivia resides in Danville, VA with her husband, Drew, daughter, Emi, and is expecting another little girl in December. She was a special education teacher for eight years and is currently taking a break to be a stay at home mom, focus on her handmade clay jewelry business (Turquoised Thriftster Designs), and starting a new venture as a travel agent. Olivia enjoys living life to the fullest, traveling, being creative, and spending time with her family and friends. She is so excited to help families, give back to community, and be part of the Claire Parker Foundation!
Olivia Arnold
Board Member
Karen lives in Rustburg, Virginia with her husband Keith. They have two children, Heather and her husband Kevin live in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Kyle and his wife Ashley, and their precious grandsons Noah and Judah live in West Warwick, Rhode Island. Keith and Karen visit them as often as they can.
Karen retired after twenty plus years in healthcare. She also served as an Area Coordinator for Compassion International, a Community Partner with Beadforlife, the Community Relations Coordinator with Samaritan Purse Operation Christmas Child. She loves volunteering for nonprofits, and has been since 2002.
Karen heard about The Claire Parker Foundation while listening to the Journey FM talking about the pillowcase project. She knows how to sew and contacted Jennifer at Claire Parker to see what else the Maxeys could do to help. They have been helping the foundation ever since. Karen says “It is such a blessing to work with this small organization doing big things for children with cancer.”
Karen Maxey
Board Member
Marie was born and raised in Altavista. After graduating from Altavista High School, she attended Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Advertising. Marie moved to High Point, NC, to work in marketing and special events for the VF Corporation. In 1995, Marie. and her husband Wayne moved back to Altavista. She has worked for both the Lynchburg and Altavista Chamber of Commerce offices. In 2004, Marie got her real estate license and began selling for Shortt Auction & Realty, a local Altavista real estate brokerage. She is currently serving on the Altavista Planning Commission. Wayne and Marie have one daughter, Ashton, 3 rescue kitties, and live in Altavista.
Marie Mitchell
Board Member
Jacob Taylor has participated in various fundraising activities from the very beginning of the Claire Parker Foundation. From shaving his head for the St. Baldrick’s – For the Love of Claire event, to growing a ghastly mustache each year for the annual Mustaches for Kids campaign, Jake will go to any length to support the mission of the CPF in memory of Claire. Outside of his hair-raising contributions, he takes great pride in his support of the Claire House program and providing top notch BBQ and other foods at various CPF sponsored or related events while recruiting many supporting staff along the way. Jake looks forward to continuing to support these and future CPF activities as board member.
Jake resides in Gretna with his wife, Starla, and three children, Vivian, Kaylen and Ivan. Currently employed at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, his professional background includes education, construction, and farming. When he has time to spare, he enjoys hunting and fishing with family and friends.
Jacob Taylor
Board Member
Steven is from Ringgold, VA. He the owner of J W Squire CO., INC which is a construction company based out of Danville, VA. They specialize in commercial flooring and have provided floor services for every Claire House project.
Aside from his professional endeavors, Steven is also involved in his community. He is an active member at Kentuck Baptist Church.
Steven's dedication to his work and his community make him a valuable addition to any team. We are thrilled to have him as part of our organization.
Steven Merricks
Board Member
Lori Goad was born and raised right here in the Central Virginia region. She has worked as an elementary school teacher for the past 22 years, When she first heard about the Claire Parker Foundation, I was immediately drawn to their mission. She began assisting with the Care Box program during the packing night events.
Lori now leads the pillowcase project. She is passionate about helping in any way necessary to ensure the success of the Foundation so we can continue to support families during the duration of their child's battle with cancer.
Lori Goad
Board Member