Officers & Board of Directors

Officers

Rita Hamlet, President
Brian Auger, Vice President
Glenn Meredith, Treasurer
Mark Poertner, Secretary

Directors 2026 - 2028

Brian Auger
Bob Glascock
Rita Hamlet
Glenn Meredith

Directors 2025 - 2027

Mae Beale
Amy Begg De Groff
Tom Goss
S. Allan Shad
Trina West

Directors 2024 - 2026

Maggie Buchanan
Nancy Malwitz
Mark Poertner
Ed Sherman
Jerry Ueckermann

Discover and Recover the Stories

From the roaring Patapsco River Valley to Maryland’s bold beginnings, our heritage is vital to understanding who we are. Help us tell the stories of:

● The Trailblazers who built the B&O Railroad and carved the National Road, creating the nation's first transportation corridors.

● The Enslaved and Free Black Marylanders, diverse communities, and civic leaders whose powerful legacies are being rediscovered today.

Immediate Need: Infrastructure Specialist

We are specifically seeking a new board member with strong Project Management (PM) skills to serve as a point person for building and infrastructure matters.

Board Member Commitments

As a volunteer leader, you will help guide our strategic planning and community outreach. General expectations include:

● Attending 7 meetings per year (a mix of virtual and in-person).

● Active service on at least one standing or advisory committee.

● Supporting fundraising, outreach, and local membership growth.

Ready to make history? No prior nonprofit experience is required—just a passion for local heritage. Contact us at 410-480-3250 or info@hchsmd.org.