John "Jay" Faron Named New NCAAHPERD Executive Director

On Wednesday, May 15th, Jay Faron took the reins of NCAAHPERD as its new Executive Director. Jay comes to NCAAHPERD from Greenville, North Carolina where he served as the Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Pitt County for the past 18 years.

As Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Pitt County, Jay was responsible for the operation of five Clubs and a budget of over $1,300,000 per year. During his tenure, he oversaw the management of a $5,000,000 capital campaign that resulted in the construction of two new club buildings. His duties required collaboration with various funding sources, local organizations, individuals and committees to promote the mission of the organization.

In 2002, Jay was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine by Governor Mike Easley. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is among the most prestigious awards that may be presented by the Governor of North Carolina. It is awarded to individuals who have a proven record of extraordinary service to the state, including contributions to the community, exemplary career efforts and many years of service to the recipient’s organization.

Jay's predecessor, Donna Woolard, will continue to serve in an advisory capacity through the end of May to assist Jay in assuming his role as the Alliance's new Executive Director.