Our Team

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Mr. Bullard obtained an Associate Degree of Applied Science from Lenoir Comm. College, a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Care Management from Western Carolina University, master’s in public administration from South University, and currently a Doctoral candidate at Liberty University in the Public Administration program. Jody previously 

Mr. Bullard obtained an Associate Degree of Applied Science from Lenoir Comm. College, a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Care Management from Western Carolina University, master’s in public administration from South University, and currently a Doctoral candidate at Liberty University in the Public Administration program. Jody previously served as the Public Safety/ EMT Instructor for the Public Schools of Robeson County based on the campus of Robeson Co. Career Center.  In this role he equips classes of high school seniors the skills to become certified as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician. Jody also serves on various board in the county and community and enjoys helping others. 

MaryJane Richardson was born and raised in Lumberton, NC, the daughter of Herbert L. Richardson, a district court judge, and Patricia Richardson, a teacher of academically gifted students.  MaryJane is an alumnus of UNC Chapel Hill (B.A. Political Science), North Carolina State (Master of Public Administration), and Campbell University Sc

MaryJane Richardson was born and raised in Lumberton, NC, the daughter of Herbert L. Richardson, a district court judge, and Patricia Richardson, a teacher of academically gifted students.  MaryJane is an alumnus of UNC Chapel Hill (B.A. Political Science), North Carolina State (Master of Public Administration), and Campbell University School of Law (Juris Doctor).  After obtaining her law license, Richardson began her legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Hoke County in 2016 and now works with the Robeson County District Attorney’s Office.   

Although Richardson spends most of her days practicing criminal law, she enjoys seeing how administrative law impacts the daily lives of all people through her work with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech Pathologists and Audiologists and as a council member of the NCBA’s Administrative Law Section.  

Tony was born and raised in Long Island NY and joined the military on November 25, 1994 and served our country until September 2016.  While in the Army, Tony became a master mechanic, transportation manager and Jumpmaster (Airborne) out of Fort Liberty. He has been deployed to Kosovo (Yugoslavia), Iraq four times and Afghanistan. After re

Tony was born and raised in Long Island NY and joined the military on November 25, 1994 and served our country until September 2016.  While in the Army, Tony became a master mechanic, transportation manager and Jumpmaster (Airborne) out of Fort Liberty. He has been deployed to Kosovo (Yugoslavia), Iraq four times and Afghanistan. After retirement in 2016 Tony joined England Transportation.  Tony three daughters Dr. Dominique Jenkins, 30 years old Lauren 12, Alicia 11. His hobbies are fishing, building food trucks, working on vehicles, and raising chickens. 

Craig McMillian is a seasoned executive with over two decades of leadership experience in operations, safety, and organizational management across the energy and construction industries. Renowned for his strategic vision and operational expertise, Craig has successfully led multimillion-dollar initiatives, managed large, diverse teams, an

Craig McMillian is a seasoned executive with over two decades of leadership experience in operations, safety, and organizational management across the energy and construction industries. Renowned for his strategic vision and operational expertise, Craig has successfully led multimillion-dollar initiatives, managed large, diverse teams, and driven business growth through innovative solutions and stakeholder collaboration. 

Craig has developed and delivered customized training programs, driving improvements in safety compliance and professional development. His ability to address complex operational challenges and foster a culture of safety has consistently yielded measurable success for clients. 

Craig holds a Master of Science in Occupational Health and Safety/Environmental Management from Columbia Southern University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Additionally, he has earned a diploma in Construction Management from North Carolina State University and maintains certifications such as MESH and OSHA 500/510. 

An advocate for community and cultural development, Craig serves as Vice Chair of the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs.  

Craig’s core competencies include executive leadership, strategic planning, safety compliance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. His exceptional ability to align organizational goals with operational excellence makes him an invaluable leader in his field. 

 Hank Debnam earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Saint Augustine’s University, Raleigh, N.C. He holds a master’s degree in public health from the UNC School of Public Health, Chapel Hill, N.C. Prior to his position as Cumberland County Director of Mental Health, Hank served in other leadership positions at Cape Fear Valley Medical 

 Hank Debnam earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Saint Augustine’s University, Raleigh, N.C. He holds a master’s degree in public health from the UNC School of Public Health, Chapel Hill, N.C. Prior to his position as Cumberland County Director of Mental Health, Hank served in other leadership positions at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Stedman-Wade Health Services, Inc., N.C. Office of Rural Health Services, Lumber River Council of Governments, and the N.C. Division of Health Services. 

He retired from civilian service in January 2019. Hank has served on numerous boards and commissions throughout his 44 years of professional, civic and community service.

He retired from the military in 2010 after serving 37 combined years in the U.S. Army and the N.C. Army National Guard.  During his military retirement ceremony, Hank was awarded the U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal. He is also a recipient of the North Carolina “Order of the Long Leaf Pine” presented in 2011 which is the highest award for state service granted by the Office of the Governor.

Hank is married to Alisa Evans-Debnam. They have two daughters, Dr. Deidra Ellen Debnam and Diana Nicole Debnam. They are members of First Baptist Church, Fayetteville, N.C.

Allison Harrington Walters, a graduate of UNC Pembroke, is the owner and president of Speech Solutions, Inc., a speech pathology service provider with 6 offices in southeastern North Carolina. Allison earned her BS in elementary education in 1995 and a master’s in education in Communication Disorders from North Carolina Central University

Allison Harrington Walters, a graduate of UNC Pembroke, is the owner and president of Speech Solutions, Inc., a speech pathology service provider with 6 offices in southeastern North Carolina. Allison earned her BS in elementary education in 1995 and a master’s in education in Communication Disorders from North Carolina Central University.

Before opening her business in 2003, Allison taught in the Public Schools of Robeson County for 4 1/2 years. 

Allison is active in the community and has served on multiple boards, including the Robeson County Chamber of Commerce, LRDA Policy Committee, UNCP Alumni Board, and the Lumberton Local Advisory Board of First Bank. In addition, she chaired the North Carolina Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists Board of Examiners in 2017.  She is currently vice chair for UNCP Board of Trustees.  

She has been honored with the 2015 Small Business Award from the Lumberton Chamber of Commerce and the UNCP Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2014.

Allison, originally from Rowland, North Carolina, resides in Lumberton with her husband, Daniel C. Walters, Jr.  

Christina Theodorou is a statewide leader in community and economic development, with a strong focus on rural and tribal communities. Through her work with NCGrowth, she supports small businesses and local governments across North Carolina in building sustainable economic strategies. Christina previously served as the Tribal Liaison for M

Christina Theodorou is a statewide leader in community and economic development, with a strong focus on rural and tribal communities. Through her work with NCGrowth, she supports small businesses and local governments across North Carolina in building sustainable economic strategies. Christina previously served as the Tribal Liaison for Maximus during North Carolina’s Medicaid transformation and as Tribal Coordinator for the CDC Foundation, managing public health surge staffing for 32 tribal jurisdictions. She brings a unique blend of public health, business development, and culturally grounded systems work to Southeastern Life Center’s mission of advancing recovery and resilience in Robeson County. Christina is married to Ioannis Theodorou, owner of Theodorou Restaurant Industries, and they have three children.