CAC AmeriCorps Leadership

CAC AmeriCorps leadership is responsible for all aspects of program design and operation ranging from needs assessment and program design, grant writing, recruitment, event planning, and member and partner support.  100% of CAC AmeriCorps leadership are AmeriCorps Alums and have over 20 years of combined experience in the National Service sector giving the office unique insights into what it means to serve and create and support opportunities for others who serve.  We are passionate about building capacity in communities through people during their time with us and beyond.

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Jason Scott

Director, AmeriCorps and People Experience

Jason provides overall executive leadership to CAC AmeriCorps and the People Leadership function for CAC as an agency.

Jason Scott

Director, AmeriCorps and People Experience

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Christine Doka

Assistant Director

Christine manages the AmeriCorps VISTA program and supports partner relations.

Christine Doka

Assistant Director

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Lauren Bird

Assistant Director

Lauren manages the Community Action Fellows and Environmental programs as well as related compliance processes.

Lauren Bird

Assistant Director

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Mateo Vega

VISTA Leader

Mateo provides member and program support to the AmeriCorps VISTA program.

Mateo Vega

VISTA Leader

CAC AmeriCorps Members

Our members come from across the US to build capacity with over 40 community partners in East Tennessee.  They are the hands that move the needle on challenges ranging from hunger and houselessness to the overall health and sustainability of our community.

CAC AmeriCorps, Class 29 (2022-2023)