Meet FeedNC’s Leadership Team

  • Angela M. Kline is the CEO of FeedNC, where she leads the organization’s work to fight hunger, strengthen community connections, and shape its long-term strategy.

    She is passionate about building partnerships, expanding access to food, and advancing workforce development so neighbors can thrive.

    Angela brings more than 20 years of experience in hunger and nutrition policy from her career at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. She began her federal career as a staff attorney in USDA's Office of the General Counsel before serving in a series of senior leadership positions in the nation's largest nutrition programs, including SNAP, and ultimately serving in the Senior Executive Service. She is especially proud of her leadership during COVID-19, when she helped lead national efforts to ensure children continued to receive meals during school closures.

    Angela earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia and her Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

    Angela loves working at FeedNC because of the strong sense of community and shared commitment that runs through the organization. She believes fighting hunger is about more than food; it’s about dignity, opportunity, and building strong, connected communities.

  • Brittany serves as Chief Operating Officer at FeedNC, where she leads the development of systems, teams, and programs that strengthen community impact. She oversees organizational operations, program execution, and facilities, ensuring the organization remains effective, sustainable, and mission-aligned.

    She holds a BA in Psychology from Binghamton University and an MS in Clinical Psychology, and brings over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector across mental health, food and nutrition security, early childhood education, and workforce development, along with a decade in the hospitality industry. This blend of experience informs her people-centered approach to leadership, problem-solving, and FeedNC’s food-centered systems design.

    Brittany is energized by turning ideas into action and solving complex problems. She leads with curiosity, empathy, and purpose, and focuses on building strong teams and effective systems that support meaningful impact.

  • Karen serves as Chief Development Officer at FeedNC, leading fundraising strategy, donor and corporate partnerships, and special events that support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability.

    She brings more than 13 years of nonprofit development experience and a relationship-centered approach to philanthropy. Prior to joining FeedNC, Karen held development leadership roles at Manlius Pebble Hill School and the Samaritan Center in Syracuse, New York.

    Karen loves working at FeedNC because she is passionate about connecting people to purpose and partnering with supporters who are deeply committed to ensuring neighbors are nourished with dignity and compassion.

Finance Team

  • Daisy serves as Finance Director at FeedNC, overseeing financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements.

    She brings over 12 years of accounting experience and holds an associate degree in Accounting and Finance. Her background supports thoughtful financial planning and strong fiscal oversight across the organization.

    Daisy loves working at FeedNC because her role helps ensure the organization is a good steward of donor dollars, supporting the mission with integrity and care.

  • Beth supports FeedNC’s daily operations by managing donations, coordinating administrative tasks, and providing behind-the-scenes support that helps the organization run smoothly. Her work includes ensuring donations are safely deposited, ordering supplies, supporting onboarding, and assisting leadership as needed.

    She brings an accounting and finance background along with more than 20 years of experience as an executive administrative assistant. Beth’s experience helps keep systems organized and operations running efficiently.

    Beth loves working at FeedNC because her role ensures donations are processed accurately and staff have the tools and support they need to serve the community effectively.

Community Dining Team

  • With more than 25 years of experience in high-volume restaurant environments, including over a decade as a restaurant owner, Paolo brings extensive culinary expertise and leadership to the team. He earned an Associate of Arts in Culinary, graduating cum laude from Johnson & Wales University.

    Throughout his career, Paolo has been known for his commitment to quality, creative menu development, and operational excellence, with experience across multiple cuisines, sushi artistry, and diverse culinary techniques. He enjoys leading and training kitchen teams while creating exceptional dining experiences through thoughtful recipes, strong food safety standards, and efficient kitchen operations.

    Paolo also served as a U.S. Army Combat Medical Specialist and was deployed to Iraq, an experience that strengthened his discipline, resilience, and dedication to serving others.

    What Paolo enjoys most about working at FeedNC is the opportunity to give back to a community that has meant so much to his family. It is especially meaningful to work alongside others who share the same passion for serving and supporting the community.  

  • Lysa serves as Culinary Coordinator at FeedNC, developing menus, coordinating meal preparation and service, and supporting daily kitchen operations to ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and with care. She oversees portioning and presentation, manages food inventory, and works diligently to ensure meals meet nutritional guidelines and reflect the cultural preferences of the community.

    She completed FeedNC’s Workforce Development Program and demonstrates strong skills in large-batch cooking, food safety, and volunteer coordination. Lysa is comfortable leading in fast-paced environments and communicates clearly and respectfully with staff, volunteers, and guests.

    Lysa loves working at FeedNC because her role turns food access into consistent, dignified, and community-centered nourishment. She values creating a safe and inclusive dining space where guests feel welcomed, relationships are built, and connections happen around shared meals.

Programs & Services Team

  • Wendy leads the Support Services team at FeedNC, overseeing Grocery and Enrollment programs and coordinating Veteran Services, Displacement Services, and Community Connections. Her work helps ensure programs are accessible, responsive, and centered on dignity for the communities served.

    She brings experience across community support, caregiving, education, and service-based roles, along with a deep understanding of how people navigate complex systems during times of transition. Wendy’s perspective is shaped by both professional and lived experience, allowing her to meet individuals and families with empathy, clarity, and care.

    Wendy loves working at FeedNC because she is passionate about helping people access the support they need to move forward with stability, dignity, and hope.

  • Brie serves as Program Manager at FeedNC, supporting Workforce Development and Education programs that help individuals build skills, access opportunities, and move toward long-term stability.

    She brings experience across community engagement, customer service leadership, education support, and operations. Brie’s background includes supervisory roles, academic research and communications work, and hands-on experience in service-driven environments, all of which inform her organized, people-centered approach to program management.

    Brie loves working at FeedNC because she values being part of an organization that invests in people, creates meaningful pathways to opportunity, and responds thoughtfully to the evolving needs of the community.

  • Carmelita supports FeedNC’s programs by meeting one-on-one with every new applicant to complete intake, enrollments, and recertifications. She helps ensure each individual and family is connected to the programs they are eligible for, as well as additional community resources.

    She brings a background in operations management, which supports an organized, thoughtful, and people-centered approach to her work.

    Carmelita loves working at FeedNC because her role allows her to welcome applicants with kindness while ensuring services are delivered with dignity, care, and respect.

  • Kelsey oversees the agriculture and sustainability programs here at FeedNC. She incorporates the ethics, principles, and practices of permaculture into all of our garden programs. Her role includes planning and executing spring and fall plants to provide fresh produce to FeedNC's Grassroots Grocery and restaurant, Donoghue's Open Door. Kelsey also invites the community to explore the garden through our Children's Sensory Garden program and educational Gardening for Good classes.

    She brings over 10 years of experience working with native gardening and landscaping. Her deepest passion is helping others find the same joy, wonder, and meaning that she has discovered through nature

    Kelsey loves working at FeedNC because her role provides people access to a connection with nature while building an inclusive community. 

  • Jamie oversees FeedNC’s food and nutrition programs, including Grassroots Grocery, Food Movers, and Food Truck initiatives. Her work helps ensure programs are responsive, well-supported, and provide a welcoming, dignified experience for members.

    She holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and has completed graduate coursework in Public Administration. Jamie brings over five years of experience working in nonprofit and government settings, with a strong background in leadership and program development.

    Jamie loves working at FeedNC because she is passionate about creating spaces where community members can choose food and essential items with dignity, while also expanding access to nutrition education through the Food Truck and other programs.

Operations Team

  • Dawson serves as Operations Director at FeedNC, overseeing end-to-end food rescue operations, warehouse and logistics management, as well as facilities, grounds, asset, and vendor oversight to ensure systems run safely, efficiently, and at scale.

    He brings experience in large-scale civil construction, warehouse and logistics operations, and the nonprofit sector. This background informs a systems-driven, safety-first, and forward-thinking approach to operational leadership, grounded in strong communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning.

    Dawson loves working at FeedNC because he believes operational excellence is essential to preserving the organization’s mission and spirit. He is committed to serving the community with accountability, adaptability, and a long-term vision for sustainable growth.

  • Zak helps keep FeedNC’s food distribution moving smoothly by coordinating incoming inventory and ensuring food is directed to Grassroots Grocery and Donoghue's Open Door. He also supports daily warehouse operations by tracking inventory and helping ensure teams have the resources they need.

    He brings a background in warehouse operations and customer service, along with a strong commitment to communication and teamwork that helps keep systems flowing efficiently.

    Zak loves working at FeedNC because helping others has always been central to his purpose, and he is grateful to share that passion with the organization and the community.

  • Sha’lese supports FeedNC’s operations by helping keep the warehouse clean, organized, and in compliance with health policies and procedures. She plays an important role in ensuring inventory is received, stored, and distributed smoothly.

    She is a graduate of FeedNC’s Warehouse Workforce Development Program and works closely with her teammates to keep Grassroots Grocery stocked, refrigerators full, and daily operations running efficiently.

    Sha’lese loves working at FeedNC because of the people and the impact. She takes pride in knowing her work helps put food on tables and brings smiles to the faces of those served.

  • Drake serves as FeedNCs Operations Administrative Specialist, helping keep food rescue and receiving operations running smoothly by coordinating volunteer drivers, organizing efficient food rescue pickup schedules, and welcoming incoming donations. As a key point of contact for drivers, donors, and sorting volunteers, He helps ensure food moves efficiently from pickup to receiving and inventory.

    Through careful recordkeeping and timely reporting, he helps maintain accurate donation data, helping FeedNC maintain strong relationships with community partners and make the most of every contribution.

    Drake started serving at FeedNC as a volunteer in 2022 and quickly developed a passion for our mission, expressing a desire to join the staff once the right opportunity became available.

    Drake is responsible for his job, but shows up every day to serve others. He loves his FeedNC coworkers, and takes every opportunity to serve them. His goal is to reflect Christ through actions of service just as He came, not to be served, but to serve; to serve every member, guest and volunteer at FeedNC with dignity and respect through humility. 

Development Team

  • Gracie serves as Grant Coordinator at FeedNC, supporting fundraising efforts by researching, writing, and managing grant proposals that align with the organization’s programs and funding priorities.

    She joined FeedNC in March 2024 after earning her MA in Communication Studies from UNC Charlotte and brings a background in academic research and nonprofit communications. Her skills support clear, compelling grant narratives and strong relationships with foundation and corporate funders.

    Gracie loves working at FeedNC because she enjoys connecting funder priorities with meaningful programs and seeing how well-matched partnerships strengthen the organization’s impact.

  • Shelby serves as Communications  Coordinator at FeedNC, leading social media and marketing efforts that highlight the organization’s impact and connect meaningfully with the community.

    She brings a background in journalism, social media, and nonprofit marketing, with early career experience in news that shaped her skills in storytelling, media relations, and audience engagement.

    Shelby loves working at FeedNC because she values the opportunity to share stories that reflect the heart of the organization and strengthen connections within the community.

HR & Volunteering Team

  • Stephanie serves as FeedNC’s Volunteer Coordinator, overseeing all volunteer engagement and support across the organization. Her role helps ensure volunteers feel welcomed, prepared, and valued in the work they do.

    She began working at FeedNC in April 2024 as a part-time Volunteer Specialist and stepped into the full-time Volunteer Coordinator role in January 2025. This progression reflects her deep commitment to both the organization and its mission.

    Stephanie loves working at FeedNC because the work would not be possible without volunteers. She is grateful to spend her days alongside people with generous hearts who care deeply about the community.

  • Paul serves as Human Resource Director at FeedNC, supporting employee relations, recruitment, staff and leadership development, and volunteer group management across the organization.

    His career spans multiple chapters, including work as a professional chef, a contract labor staffing professional, and a nonprofit leader. This diverse experience allows Paul to bring a practical, people-centered perspective to his role.

    Paul’s work supports FeedNC’s mission by strengthening employment practices and partnering with leaders to navigate people-focused challenges thoughtfully, especially in the area of employee relations.