SIF is governed by the Board of Directors made up of at least one representative from each Herschend Enterprises property. The board meets monthly and reviews reports from the regional SIF Committees and also provides guidance to the growing organization.
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2021
“I am so excited to have this opportunity to help and to assist my fellow Team Members. It is not easy for some to ask for assistance, but this group of individuals are here to support them and help make things easier. I am excited to be part of this team.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2022
“Share It Forward is an example of love in action. This program shows how we truly care for our hosts providing an opportunity to meet them where it matters most – in their real lives. It is blessing to work for a company that cares for their employees in this way.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2022
“People are my passion! Having the opportunity to serve our team members is easily one of my most favorite aspects of being a board member. Knowing SIF is available to assist when a person has a need is such a blessing and comfort, and I’m proud to be a part of that.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2023
"I am very excited to be a part of the Share It Forward program. Since joining the HFE family, I am continually amazed to see the values of the organization in action. SIF is just one example of how the company lives the Servant Leadership model. I firmly believe it is very important to serve and help others through our life. SIF provides an excellent opportunity to help employees who might be reluctant to ask for assistance. I am honored to have been selected to serve on the Board and consider this service a blessing."
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2022
“I am so grateful to work for a company that “Leads with Love” and I believe all people deserve respect and dignity. I am extremely honored to be a part of Share It Forward to assist our team members in time of need. SIF provides solutions to problems and everyone benefits.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2005
“My passion is to have each of our Dollywood hosts know that we care personally for them, by helping one another during times of need. Share It Forward is a way that we all can share it forward to each other… showing our love in action.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2022
“I am so happy to be serving such a life giving organization. Often times we feel all alone when tragedy strikes. Sometimes even an unexpected expense can throw someone into feeling like there is no hope. Share it Forward stands in the gap for our hosts, letting them know they don’t have to face it alone and there is hope. That hope can be found in the strength an army of givers provides. I’m thankful to work for a company that treats all of us like family.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2021
“I feel one of my biggest strengths is my desire to see people do well. I’m someone who will look at the program in its entirety and try to find the areas where we can make a positive difference.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2021
“I am excited to use my skills in a productive way by helping our employees. Being able to contribute my time to a cause that I care about deeply is important to me.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2022
“As a committee member for 10 years I had the opportunity to see firsthand how employees were able to receive assistance during a time of need in their life. I am honored to continue my service in this important endeavor and I feel one of the best attributes of Share It Forward is that it meets the needs of employees across our organization when they need it most.” Acts 20:35
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2018
“I think that being involved in the Share It Forward program would be incredibly rewarding in knowing that we have the ability to make a difference in our coworkers and their families lives. I feel that we have very caring and giving individuals within our companies and being able to help facilitate a process in which they are able to make a difference in their co-workers lives in an incredible opportunity that I have never had before and would cherish if given the chance.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2021
“I wholeheartedly believe in the programs supported by SIF to serve our employees and care for one another. I’ve had fellow team members share their personal stories of how SIF impacted their life and it would be an honor to take Kevin’s seat as his term comes to an end.”
BOARD MEMBER, SERVING SINCE 2022
“Share It Forward is a unique opportunity. With most charities in your life, you have no idea where your resources are going or how they’re being used. But with Share It Forward, you know you’re helping your fellow colleagues and – in many cases – your friends.”
