Since 2016, Carole has served as the Executive Director of NEST of Mobile.  In this role, she leads the organization's strategic planning, mentoring program, community collaboration, and advancement efforts.  Carole holds an MBA in Leadership from Spring Hill College.  She considers her work particularly rewarding when reflecting on NEST’s motto, “Love Your Neighbor,” and seeing that mission come to life through the organization's work with children and families.  She enjoys running, gardening, playing golf with her husband and two daughters, and all things Disney and Harry Potter.

With a passion for creating innovative programs that tackle complex challenges, Sally Teague served on NEST’s original Board of Directors and is now our Mental Health Consultant.  Sally holds a master's degree in community counseling from the University of South Alabama.  While focusing on addressing mental health needs, program development, and volunteer training, she finds witnessing NEST youth gain confidence and achieve their goals deeply rewarding.  Sally enjoys exercising, camping, traveling, and listening to music in her free time.

Whitnei is dedicated to supporting families in their NEST journey.  Whitnei is pursuing her master's degree in social work and has a long interest in community engagement.  She works with families to promote life skills that encourage personal growth, emotional well-being, and empowerment.  Whitnei enjoys contributing to programs that foster confidence, learning, and positive development in others.  In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with family, working out, and watching movies.

Lori oversees NEST of Mobile’s Life Skills Program.  She coordinates program events that focus on academic success, mental health awareness, healthy behaviors, career readiness, financial literacy, and swim safety.  She oversees NEST’s tutoring program, providing academic support to youth in grades K–12.  Lori is especially passionate about teaching swim safety and helping youth develop this important, life-saving skill.  She finds her work rewarding and enjoys making a positive impact in the lives of NEST youth and families. Outside of work, Lori enjoys running and leading a couples’ Bible study.

Ashley serves as a trusted bridge between volunteers, families, and essential resources. She strengthens collaboration, supports volunteer engagement, and tracks outcomes.  Ashley teaches the communication skills component of the Life Skills Certification Program.  As a NEST Mentor since 2021, Ashley has witnessed the meaningful beginnings that unfold when families are surrounded by consistent accompaniment and a caring community. Outside of her work, she enjoys reading, traveling, and—most of all—spending time with her family.

With a heart for serving others, Emily pursued her master’s degree in human services counseling with a focus in Executive Leadership to better understand how to encourage, equip, and support individuals as they grow. She is especially passionate about investing in the next generation and helping them recognize their potential, believing that the support and encouragement they receive today can help build stronger futures for generations to come.  Outside of work, Emily enjoys reading, long walks, and traveling.