Novant foundation announces board leaders

The High Point Enterprise, N.C.
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Feb. 23—THOMASVILLE — Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center Foundation has announced its officers and the addition of a new board member.

—Dr. Frank Burton, chair: Burton is a retired ear, nose and throat specialist who established his practice in Thomasville in 1994. He went on to serve in a variety of leadership positions for the medical staff over the subsequent decades. Burton received his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University. Burton was a Rotarian and served on the YMCA board in Thomasville. He now spends his time throwing pottery, traveling and enjoying time with his family.

—Jarrod Dunbar, vice chair: Dunbar is a financial adviser with Edward Jones. The Archdale native went on to graduate from St. Andrews University and earned his master of science degree at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He previously worked as executive director of Thomasville Tourism and worked at the Tom A. Finch Community YMCA for about 15 years. Dunbar is an active Rotarian and currently serves as president of Rotary Club of Thomasville. He also serves on the city of Thomasville Parks and Recreation Department Committee and Davidson County Parks and Recreation Department Committee.

—Molly Lassiter, secretary: Lassiter was born and raised in High Point. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a degree in parks and recreation management and a concentration in therapeutic recreation. Lassiter began working at the city of Thomasville Parks and Recreation Department in 2018 as the recreation specialist and was promoted to program director in 2020.

—Angie Rubnich, treasurer: Rubnich has been a Davidson County resident for most of her life. She graduated from East Davidson High School and attended Davidson County Community College. She has worked in banking for 28 years and is currently office leader for Pinnacle Financial Partners. She serves on the council of advisers for Baptist Children's Homes, is treasurer for the Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce, and is a member of Thomasville Lions Club.

—Heather Lewis: Lewis is the owner of Avis Fine Jewelry in Thomasville. She is a GIA graduate gemologist and a member of the board of directors of the N.C. Jewelers Association and the Independent Jewelers Organization. She also is a member of the Rotary Club of Thomasville.

To learn more about the Novant Health Foundation, visit SupportNovantHealth.org.