Ben is a person in long-term recovery with more than seven years of sobriety. He is also a certified recovery coach, employed with Pathways Recovery Engagement Center in Adrian. Pathways is a free community resource that offers recovery support to adults dealing with addiction. They also connect individuals with other community resources and treatment related to substance abuse, mental health, and homelessness. Ben has an active role in the recovery community, facilitating SMART Recovery meetings and advocating for people battling active addiction. He has lost many friends to overdose deaths over the years and personally wants to help raise awareness through education and prevention with FAN.

Danielle is an LMSW who received her Master's in social work in 2005 and has been actively working in the field since 1996. She is presently a mother, wife, caregiver to her two parents, and an emergency room social worker. Her current work includes supporting people during acute situations, providing resources, encouraging change, and meeting people where they are to impact future choices. Previously, Danielle worked as a hospice medical social worker, case manager for people with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders, director of disability supports at a local college, and advocate for survivors of domestic violence. She has a strong passion for helping her community by providing education and support for people with substance use disorders and their families. Danielle also currently sits on the Lenawee Humane Society board.

Jill graduated from Eastern Michigan University with her B.S. in social work. Employed by the Catherine Cobb Safe House for survivors of domestic abuse for over 22 years, she currently serves as its executive director. Jill is passionate about advocating for domestic and sexual violence survivors, and ensuring that their voices are represented in the community. She became a FAN board member in hopes of being better able to spread awareness of substance use and its impact on families, as well as to bring resources to, and make connections for, survivors in Lenawee County.

Karol “K.Z.” Bolton is a 21-year veteran of the Lenawee County Board of Commissioners. She has worked with many law enforcement agencies in Lenawee County, including the sheriff’s department and Michigan State Police. K.Z. is also on the board of many human services organizations. These include: MI Works SE (as chair of the Consortium Board);  JLH Community Action Agency (as chair); Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT); Maurice Spear Campus; DHHS; Lenawee Medical Care Facility; Department on Aging; Lenawee County Education Foundation; Lenawee Parks & Recreation Commission; Lenawee County Planning Commission; River Raisin Watershed Council; and others. She is a strong advocate for District 5 and Lenawee County.

Nic has been in public safety for over 20 years and serves as the Madison Township Fire Chief. A graduate of Siena Heights University, he has lived in Lenawee County his entire life. Having grown up and worked in the area, Nic sees the impact of the drug epidemic and the need for additional support for those affected. He is excited to be a part of FAN and its mission.

Tim is currently employed by the Lenawee Intermediate School District (ISD) as the director of the Cradle to Career Partnership. He also acts as the ISD’s social and emotional learning coordinator. Before retiring in 2019, Tim served 11 years as director of the Lenawee and Monroe County Offices of the Department of Health and Human Services. Prior to that, he spent 20 years working in the child welfare system, serving in various positions ranging from Children’s Protective Services worker to Children Services program manager. Tim serves as the chairperson for the Lenawee Substance Abuse Coalition Prevention and Education Subcommittee and is a member of the Lenawee County Mental Health Board of Directors.