Board of Directors
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Bob Harley, President Emeritus
I was the youngest of five siblings growing up in Easton, PA. I married Sandy in 1965, was drafted to Fort Lewis, served in Vietnam, and used the GI Bill for an education. We adopted two Korean children when living in Minnesota. We now have two granddaughters.
My education is a BS in Ceramic Engineering (UW) and an MBA in Information Management (UPS).
I worked at 3M Company for eight years (research engineer & analyst) and at Boeing for 30 years (multiple positions) ending as team leader to address common industrial engineering processes across the Boeing enterprise.
My forte has been counseling or leading teams in finance, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and human resources to a successful solution for their situation.
Over the past few years, the Ocean Shores Food Bank has developed a much stronger infrastructure in delivery and technology which is important for longevity. I believe that the food bank’s future direction is maintaining the guidelines of our mission, vision, strategic plan, and regulatory requirements.
Jon Martin, Director
Interim CEO, Greater Grays Harbor Inc. | PUD Commissioner | Small Business Entrepreneur | Advocate for Rural Development
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With an impressive history of civic engagement and executive leadership, Jon serves as a dynamic influence on both the board and the broader community. His career is marked by influential roles, notably serving as the former Mayor of Ocean Shores and the incumbent Interim CEO of Greater Grays Harbor Inc.
Jon's dedicated service as a Public Utility District (PUD) Commissioner reflects his unwavering commitment to fostering community growth. His hands-on experience as a small business owner has given him an understanding of the challenges and needs within local economies, especially in rural settings.
A proud alumnus of Western Washington University, Jon has utilized his educational background to champion the cause of rural Washington. He's been at the forefront of securing vital grants and funding, directing these toward impactful local projects that catalyze development and enhance quality of life.
His innovative approach to problem-solving has not only invigorated local businesses but has also been pivotal in strengthening community initiatives. Jon is particularly passionate about ensuring access to nutritious food for all, supporting missions that stand by the belief that no one in our community should go hungry.
Lorraine Hardin, Treasurer/Secretary
With a career in veterinary medicine, as a veterinary nurse and hospital manager, Lorraine is used to working with people who have very specific needs.
Lorraine Hardin brings years of budget and financial responsibility experience to the position of Treasurer of the Ocean Shores Food Bank, and looks forward to helping manage the continued health and growth of this essential organization.
The Food Bank gives her an opportunity to ensure people in our community are having their needs met without fail.
She also serves on the board of Stage West Community Theatre and directs live stage plays several times a year.
Sandy Harley, Executive Director
Sandy retired in 2010 as a Senior Vice President from KMS Financial Services Inc. in Seattle.
She and her husband, Bob, moved full time to Ocean Shores in 2014.
Sandy began work volunteer at the Ocean Shores Food Bank in 2015, and served on the Operations Committee.
In 2016, she became Assistant Director, and since 2017, has served as Executive Director.
Wally Burton, Director
I graduated from Southern Utah University with a bachelor’s degree in social work, spent 30 years in the commercial property casualty insurance industry, and finished my second career with Easter Seals in its SCSEP program assisting low-income seniors to secure employment.
Before moving to the Washington coast, I volunteered with Family Promise of Salt Lake and Catholic Community Services to provide food for homeless and refugee populations.
I retired and moved to Ocean Shores in January 2020 from the Salt Lake City area with my wife, Dianne.
I have been privileged to serve on the Ocean Shores Food Bank board of directors and volunteer on distribution days since 2020.
I am thankful to the Ocean Shores Food Bank for allowing me the opportunity to give back to this great community.
Jerry Rugh, Operations Manager
Jerry began his career as a clerk in the Customer Service Department, aka the “Complaint Department,” at Sears Roebuck & Co. when their slogan was “Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.” With this base, no matter who signed his paycheck, he built his career around the mantra, “People, no matter their station in life, deserve to be treated and valued with respect.”
In 2014, after fifty years building his career, he retired and, with his wife, moved to Ocean Shores, Washington.
In January 2016, his wife began volunteering at the Ocean Shores Food Bank. Before long, Jerry asked to take on a larger role, and ultimately as the Operations Manager.
“I love what I do,” he says. “There will come a time, though, when I am no longer capable of the physical and mental aspects of my volunteer work. Early in my career, I adopted a work style of ‘Working myself out of a job’, that is, to find my replacement so I can move on to the next issue. That is, for me, a current pursuit.
Steven Berry, Director
I grew up in the metro Detroit area and graduated from Lawrence Technological University with a BS in Construction Engineering. I worked 32 years as a project manager and estimator in heavy construction consisting of road building, underground infrastructure and site development. My career moved my wife Linda and I to the Lansing, Michigan area, where we lived for 26 years. I retired in 2019 and moved to our vacation home in central-northern Michigan. While there I served as a board member and eventually President of our property owners association.
Linda and I moved to Ocean Shores in June 2023 at the recommendation of our son, who lives in Seattle and has visited Ocean Shores several times. We decided to get active in the community by volunteering for various groups. We started volunteering for the Ocean Shores Food Bank, working distribution on Thursdays and unloading trucks when needed. I was so impressed by the operation of the food bank and the open appreciation of the guests that I wanted to do more. When I heard of an opening on the board I jumped at the opportunity.
Besides volunteering for the food bank, Linda and I also volunteer at North Beach PAWS. We have also done work with Defenders of the Coast and Surfrider Foundation.
J. David Sandefur, Director
Originally from Oklahoma, with 23 years in finance and banking in both Oklahoma and Washington, David brings his wealth experience to the Ocean Shores Food Bank.
Besides his MBA from City University, he has served two terms as President of Madill, Oklahoma Lion’s Club, has been an adjunct instructor in Real Estate for Murray State College in Oklahoma, an instructor in Real Estate Appraising for Clover Park Technical College, an instructor in Computer Applications for South Puget Sound Community College, as well as 17 years teaching in public schools in Washington teaching: Computer Applications, Marketing, Digital Design, Computer Science, Applied Math, Business Law, Computer A+ hardware and software.
David retired to Ocean Shores in 2016 after completing construction of his home in 2011, and after serving as a board member for several months in 2021, has now shouldered the position of Vice President.
The Ocean Shores Food Bank (OSFB) is governed by an active and engaged Board of Directors comprised of people, all of whom live in Ocean Shores. The Board oversees the Executive Director and helps raise funds to provide financial stability so the Food Bank can continue serving and caring for all our neighbors in need.
If you are interested in being on the OSFB Board, please fill out the Board Member Application and submit it to us by clicking on Board Member Application Form.