Robin Potter elected chair of Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Board of Directors

The board of directors of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) announced the election of four new members: Sharrieff Ali, Dr. Wilfreta Baugh, The Honorable Lillian Harris Ransom, and the return of long-term board member Kenneth G. Wood after a hiatus. Robin Potter has been newly elected as the chair of the board of directors for PHS. Christine Henisee, Loree D. Jones, and Jason E. Vermillion serve as vice chairs of the board.

As leaders in the fields of entrepreneurship, business, medicine, law, and finance, the new members will help guide PHS in its efforts to increase health and wellness throughout the region.

“As we focus our efforts on advancing the health and well-being of the region, the diverse backgrounds and experience of our new board members and the leadership of our new board chair will be an invaluable contribution to the next chapter of growth for the organization.”

said Matt Rader, PHS president.

New members are elected to a three-year term on the 23-person board bringing their expertise, resources, and dedication to committees and projects throughout the organization.