Fisher House of the Emerald Coast hires Administrative Director
The Board of Directors for the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast (FHEC) welcomes Mia Hughes as their new Administrative Director. Her responsibilities will include raising funds to support the House, event planning and educating the community about what the Fisher House provides for the military in the panhandle. Fisher House, located on Eglin AFB opened in September of 2010, and began serving its first guests in October of that same year. The geographic footprint offers services to residents from Pensacola to Panama City. To date, it has saved military families over $1,000,000 in lodging and transportation.
With more than thirty years of business management and non-profit experience, Mia has been involved with local military families as a community supporter since 2008. This new opportunity brings that passion and commitment full circle in a formal capacity as she takes the leadership role as the sole staff person. She was previously Assistant Vice President of the Greater Pensacola Chamber and recently served with the Navarre Area Board of Realtors. Originally from Panama City, she now calls Navarre home with her spouse, Tony. Together they have six children, four grandchildren, two horses and a classified number of cats. They are members of Community Life Methodist Church and enjoy cycling, horseback riding, boating and classic cars.
“Mia brings a tremendous background in non-profit management, fund raising and public relations,” said Teresa Halverson, Board of Directors President. “As the demand for our services increase, we believe that having someone on board with Mia’s energy and organizational detail is critical to fulfilling our mission, which is to serve those who serve us. “
A huge thank you to the Bear Bait Ultras for their generous donation to the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast!
The Manor at Blue Water Bay supporting Coffee for a Cause this morning for Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. Thanks to Team Manor for all the support and to McDonalds for all they do!
Mark Stogsdill, representing Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, Inc, along with Board Member, Jim Fisher were presented with a SECOND check from this event for $4,818. This brings the total contributed from this year’s event to $6,818. Special thanks to the club, their leadership and Mac and Christy. Mark had a great time at the Poker Run and we appreciate your support of our military families.
Shirley Pigott and Mia Hughes were presented with a check for $1150 from Paul McShane, representing the Niceville Exchange Club. This club has been a lifetime supporter and raised these funds through their Field of Valor program. We love our friends at the Niceville Exchange Club and appreciate their continued support!
A huge THANK YOU to the Emerald Coast Jeepers for their recent donation to the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. We loved meeting you and having an opportunity to provide a tour. Thank you for your generosity and helping support our military members and their families in need.