CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Tennessee (HFHMCTN) has elected three new members to the affiliate’s Board of Directors.

Joining the board are Juanita Charles, Barb Petrik, and Blayne Clements.

“We have five families going through our program right now and these new board members are critical to their success,” Executive Director Rob Selkow said of the new additions. “Juanita, Barb, and Blayne all have unique skills to help strengthen our new Habitat partner-families.”

The new members of the Board of Directors assumed their official duties in November.

Juanita Charles
Charles is originally from Savannah, GA, Juanita made Clarksville her home upon being stationed at Fort Campbell in 2005. Juanita is a veteran, wife of a veteran, and the mother of three daughters.

“I was excited to join the board of Habitat for Humanity and honored to even be asked,” Charles said. “My day job is as a real estate agent, so I know better than most that there is a need for nice, decent housing that is also affordable. Habitat for Humanity fills that paramount need in our community. I’m glad to be a part of the amazing mission and advance the work that was done by our predecessors.”

Barb Petrick

Petrik and her husband, Greg, originally moved to the Clarksville area in 1989, where they lived for more than 20 years with their two children, Nicole and Steven. They eventually moved back to the area in 2014.

“I feel blessed to have the opportunity to serve on the board and to continue to give back to my community,” Petrick said. ” I look forward to working with all the board members, all the volunteers, and especially the families who are working for a new home!”

Blayne Clements

Clements has been a resident of Clarksville for more than 40 years. In April 2016, he returned to his alma mater and joined the APSU team as Chief Audit Officer.

“I have found the experience deeply humbling and rewarding,” he said. ” Knowing I can dedicate a few hours each month and change a family’s life trajectory for generations is an awesome opportunity. I am truly thankful for this opportunity to serve.  I would not be able to volunteer without the love and support from my wife, Kim Chandler, and daughter.”

Habitat for Humanity MCTN serves low-income families by partnering with them to build decent, affordable housing.

Habitat for Humanity, in partnership with qualifying Montgomery County families, has completed 98 houses since 1992, using donated funds, labor, and materials. The Clarksville-based ministry is seeking individuals, churches, and local companies for volunteer projects related to eliminating poverty housing in Montgomery County. Information at (931) 645-4222 or visit www.habitatmctn.org.