Board of Commissioners

Rick originally hails from Virginia. He and his wife Ann first came to Holden Beach in the early 90’s and bought property here in 1995. They moved to the area in 2005 and became full time residents on Holden in 2007. They truly appreciate the quiet family atmosphere that is so unique to Holden Beach.

Rick holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 34 years of experience in project management, maintenance prioritization/planning and budgeting. As an Engineer for the Army Corps of Engineers in Wilmington, he managed several projects, including dam modernization and repairs, vessel repairs and procurements, as well as several equipment and service contracts. He also conducted environmental compliance inspections, dam safety inspections and implemented a facilities equipment maintenance system. As a project manager for the City of Wilmington, he managed several sewer pump station projects and planned/prioritized maintenance and improvements for the remaining stations. While employed by the Navy, he managed the Submarine Acoustic Signature Maintenance Program which included condition based maintenance monitoring for all rotating equipment on operational submarines and operation of two test facilities. 

Rick hopes to use his technical and managerial experience to help guide the Town through the challenges ahead so Holden Beach will continue to be the best family beach in North Carolina.