Ann Miller
President
Ann is a proactive, results-oriented manager with diverse and progressive leadership experience. She graduated from the University of Kentucky and currently serves on the Versailles City Council. Ann works for Kentucky State University in the Office of Institutional Advancement and Development Services and brings more than 30 years of property management experience as well as a life-long involvement in the non-profit world to LAC. Ann shares a passion for connecting people and hopes to join those passions, life experiences and partnerships together to make a positive difference for those we serve at LAC.
Ann is a proactive, results-oriented manager with diverse and progressive leadership experience. She graduated from the University of Kentucky and currently serves on the Versailles City Council. Ann works for Kentucky State University in the Office of Institutional Advancement and Development Services and brings more than 30 years of property management experience as well as a life-long involvement in the non-profit world to LAC. Ann shares a passion for connecting people and hopes to join those passions, life experiences and partnerships together to make a positive difference for those we serve at LAC.
Roger Brown, Ph.D.
Board Member
Agricultural Economics Professor - University of Kentucky
Roger is past president of LAC and current chair of the LAC governance committee. As a student at the University of Kentucky, Roger worked during his summer breaks as a counselor at Life Adventure Camp which later merged with the Cleveland Home to become Life Adventure Center. Roger says, "I've seen lots of changes over the years, but LAC just keeps getting better!" Roger's regular day job is as a professor at the University of Kentucky.
Roger is past president of LAC and current chair of the LAC governance committee. As a student at the University of Kentucky, Roger worked during his summer breaks as a counselor at Life Adventure Camp which later merged with the Cleveland Home to become Life Adventure Center. Roger says, "I've seen lots of changes over the years, but LAC just keeps getting better!" Roger's regular day job is as a professor at the University of Kentucky.
Rev. L. Rodney Bennet
Board Member
Resource Manager - Kentucky Department of Education
L. Rodney Bennett has spent approximately 20 years serving the community and youth of Kentucky in his professional and personal life. He is a Resource Manager with the Kentucky Department of Education and a Certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor as well as Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Mayslick KY. Rodney has also worked collaboratively within the community as the Chairman of the Board for 4-H Youth Development and Board member of Life Adventure Center and NAPSA. Rodney’s pastime pleasures involve family time, the Pittsburg Steelers, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, reading and sharing wisdom.
L. Rodney Bennett has spent approximately 20 years serving the community and youth of Kentucky in his professional and personal life. He is a Resource Manager with the Kentucky Department of Education and a Certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor as well as Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Mayslick KY. Rodney has also worked collaboratively within the community as the Chairman of the Board for 4-H Youth Development and Board member of Life Adventure Center and NAPSA. Rodney’s pastime pleasures involve family time, the Pittsburg Steelers, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, reading and sharing wisdom.
Ron Wallace
Board Member
President and Founder, Equine Farm Management, Inc.
Ron is the President and Founder of Equine Farm Management, Inc., a company setup to help small horse farms with design, development, setup, and management. Born and raised in Colorado with a Master's in Equine Reproductive Physiology from Colorado State University, Ron has over 45 years of experience in the horse industry. Besides the LAC Board, Ron serves on the board of Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm, is a member of Roundup Riders of the Rockies and a past board member of the Gluck Equine Research Center. He and his wife of 44 years, Elise, moved to Kentucky in 1980 and raised two wonderful children, Alaina and Tristan. Elise operates “The Ruin” Bed and Breakfast in Versailles where they currently reside.
Ron is the President and Founder of Equine Farm Management, Inc., a company setup to help small horse farms with design, development, setup, and management. Born and raised in Colorado with a Master's in Equine Reproductive Physiology from Colorado State University, Ron has over 45 years of experience in the horse industry. Besides the LAC Board, Ron serves on the board of Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Farm, is a member of Roundup Riders of the Rockies and a past board member of the Gluck Equine Research Center. He and his wife of 44 years, Elise, moved to Kentucky in 1980 and raised two wonderful children, Alaina and Tristan. Elise operates “The Ruin” Bed and Breakfast in Versailles where they currently reside.
Joseph Johnson
Board Member
Joe Johnson brings over thirty years of extensive expertise in financial management and customer relationship management (CRM) systems to the Life Adventure Center Board.
He currently serves as the U.S. Systems and Project Administrator at the Interstate Commission for Juveniles, where he plays a crucial role in overseeing national projects that impact child welfare and public safety. Joe holds a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy and a Master of Science in Genetics, complemented by seven professional certifications. His educational background and professional acumen make him a valuable asset to the Life Adventure Center, contributing to our strategic direction and mission to empower individuals through transformative outdoor experiences.
Beyond his professional life, Joe is deeply committed to community improvement through his work with local, regional, and global non-profits. His efforts span religious, secular, and social initiatives aimed at fostering a better world.
Joe Johnson brings over thirty years of extensive expertise in financial management and customer relationship management (CRM) systems to the Life Adventure Center Board.
He currently serves as the U.S. Systems and Project Administrator at the Interstate Commission for Juveniles, where he plays a crucial role in overseeing national projects that impact child welfare and public safety. Joe holds a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy and a Master of Science in Genetics, complemented by seven professional certifications. His educational background and professional acumen make him a valuable asset to the Life Adventure Center, contributing to our strategic direction and mission to empower individuals through transformative outdoor experiences.
Beyond his professional life, Joe is deeply committed to community improvement through his work with local, regional, and global non-profits. His efforts span religious, secular, and social initiatives aimed at fostering a better world.
Martha Wetter, Ph.D.
Board Member
Clinical Psychologist - Commonwealth Therapy Group
Martha W. Wetter, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy to treat trauma-based disorders. In 2011 she served as President of the Kentucky Psychological Association (KPA). In 2016 Dr. Wetter received the Distinguished Career in Psychology award from KPA. In 2019 Dr. Wetter received the Theres N. Walton Lifetime Achievement award from National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). And, in 2020 she became a Certified Clinician™ from the DBT-Linehan Board of Certification.
Martha W. Wetter, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy to treat trauma-based disorders. In 2011 she served as President of the Kentucky Psychological Association (KPA). In 2016 Dr. Wetter received the Distinguished Career in Psychology award from KPA. In 2019 Dr. Wetter received the Theres N. Walton Lifetime Achievement award from National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). And, in 2020 she became a Certified Clinician™ from the DBT-Linehan Board of Certification.
Andrew Shayde
Board Member
Chief Development Officer for AVOL Kentucky
Andrew Shayde is a dynamic television personality and dedicated nonprofit professional with a career spanning over two decades. He is a 7-time reality TV veteran, with a love for the outdoors. Off-camera, he has devoted 24 years to nonprofit work, championing causes close to his heart and making a meaningful impact in communities.
Andrew Shayde is a dynamic television personality and dedicated nonprofit professional with a career spanning over two decades. He is a 7-time reality TV veteran, with a love for the outdoors. Off-camera, he has devoted 24 years to nonprofit work, championing causes close to his heart and making a meaningful impact in communities.
Russ Coffey
Board Member
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Hunt Advantage Group
Russ currently serves as Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at Hunt Advantage Group, where he focuses on supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial processes, and driving strong business performance. He has over 30 years of experience in financial planning, strategy, and leadership across a wide range of organizations.
Throughout his career, Russ has built expertise in budgeting, governance, and organizational growth, working closely with leadership teams to deliver practical, results-driven insights.
His role at Hunt Advantage Group over the last 4 years has sparked a growing passion for community involvement and charitable outreach. Russ is honored to serve on the Life Adventure Center Board—his first nonprofit board role—and looks forward to contributing his experience and perspective to support the organization’s mission.
Russ currently serves as Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at Hunt Advantage Group, where he focuses on supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial processes, and driving strong business performance. He has over 30 years of experience in financial planning, strategy, and leadership across a wide range of organizations.
Throughout his career, Russ has built expertise in budgeting, governance, and organizational growth, working closely with leadership teams to deliver practical, results-driven insights.
His role at Hunt Advantage Group over the last 4 years has sparked a growing passion for community involvement and charitable outreach. Russ is honored to serve on the Life Adventure Center Board—his first nonprofit board role—and looks forward to contributing his experience and perspective to support the organization’s mission.
J. Michael Jones, Ph.D.
Board Member
Economist - Governor's Office for Policy Research
Michael Jones has worked as an economist for over twenty-five years forecasting the expenditure requirements of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Michael holds a doctorate in Economics from Clemson University and a bachelor's degree from Virginia Tech. In addition to serving on the board of Life Adventure Center, Michael is the treasurer of four Kentucky non-profit organizations. He and his wife of 25 years, Ligia, live in Lexington and have a daughter. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and sailing with friends and family, and mountain biking as often as possible.
Michael Jones has worked as an economist for over twenty-five years forecasting the expenditure requirements of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Michael holds a doctorate in Economics from Clemson University and a bachelor's degree from Virginia Tech. In addition to serving on the board of Life Adventure Center, Michael is the treasurer of four Kentucky non-profit organizations. He and his wife of 25 years, Ligia, live in Lexington and have a daughter. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and sailing with friends and family, and mountain biking as often as possible.
Barry Schwartz
Board Member
Retired
A native of Northern Kentucky, Barry moved to Lexington in 1975 to attend the University of Kentucky and has called Central Kentucky home ever since. After 40 years in the property and casualty insurance industry, Barry recently retired. His love of adventure has taken him to all 50 states. Along the way, he has parachuted, bungee jumped, rappelled from the top of the Big Blue in downtown Lexington, flown in a hot air balloon, and soared in aerobatic gliders over the California mountains. More recently, Barry completed an epic camping trip from Lexington to the Arctic Circle in Alaska, a round trip of more than 11,000 miles! In addition to his travels, Barry has served on numerous nonprofit boards and is excited about helping Life Adventure Center reach new heights.
A native of Northern Kentucky, Barry moved to Lexington in 1975 to attend the University of Kentucky and has called Central Kentucky home ever since. After 40 years in the property and casualty insurance industry, Barry recently retired. His love of adventure has taken him to all 50 states. Along the way, he has parachuted, bungee jumped, rappelled from the top of the Big Blue in downtown Lexington, flown in a hot air balloon, and soared in aerobatic gliders over the California mountains. More recently, Barry completed an epic camping trip from Lexington to the Arctic Circle in Alaska, a round trip of more than 11,000 miles! In addition to his travels, Barry has served on numerous nonprofit boards and is excited about helping Life Adventure Center reach new heights.