The Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) is proud to recognize and celebrate the outstanding individuals selected as the 2025 Employees of the Year. These honorees exemplify dedication, service, and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout the Upper Cumberland region.
“Our employees are the backbone of everything we do,” said Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director. “Each of these individuals has gone above and beyond in service to their clients, coworkers, and communities, and we are proud to celebrate their achievements.”
The following employees have been recognized for their exceptional contributions in 2025:
Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD)
- Administration: Tammy Kulpa
- Aging Services: Connie Vassilev
- Economic Development & Lending: Jessie Lusk
- Finance: Robin Mayberry
- Housing & Family Services: Vicki Beck
- Planning & Community Development: Sean Patten
Together, these individuals represent the heart of UCDD’s mission: to help the Upper Cumberland region cultivate self-sufficiency and build true wealth through innovation, collaboration, and leadership.
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- Pictured, from left: Holly Williams, Aging Services Director; Connie Vassilev, CHOICES Support; and Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director.
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- Pictured, from left: Megan Choate, Director of Economic Development and Lending; Jessie Lusk, Empower UC Resource Coordinator; and Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director.
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- Pictured, from left: Ginger Stout, Finance Director; Robin Mayberry, Accounts Payable; and Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director.
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- Pictured, from left: Tommy Lee, UCDD Deputy Director; Sean Patten, Transportation Planner/Center Hill RPO Coordinator; and Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director.
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- Pictured, from left: Sherry Thurman, Administrative Services Director; Tammy Kulpa, HR Coordinator; and Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director.
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- Pictured, from left: Myra Walker, Housing and Family Services Director; Vicki Beck, Relative Caregiver Senior Advocate/RCP Case Management; and Mark Farley, UCDD Executive Director.
