Leadership & Board of Directors

The Broody Hen is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who bring lived experience, professional expertise, and deep community commitment to our mission.

Our leadership reflects both personal understanding of disability advocacy and practical experience in education, programming, and nonprofit operations.

Together, we provide oversight, accountability, and strategic direction as The Broody Hen grows.

Rana McIntyre

Rana is the founder and President of The Broody Hen. She oversees the Transition 2 (T2) partnership, farm stand operations, marketing, website management, vendor relationships, and fundraising campaigns.

As a mother of a daughter who suffered brain trauma, Rana brings lived experience and deep compassion to every aspect of the organization. She coordinates and teaches classes, manages social media and communications, builds partnerships with local vendors, and works hands-on at the farm with animals and gardening.

Her leadership blends creative vision with operational execution, ensuring the mission remains both heart-centered and sustainable.

President

Sue Ehinger

Sue is a certified fitness coach and serves as The Broody Hen’s Volunteer Coordinator and Operations Lead of The Broody Hen. She assists with administrative operations, board leadership support, and program implementation.

As a mother of a daughter with Down syndrome, Sue brings advocacy insight and firsthand understanding of the importance of inclusive opportunity. She also leads adaptive group fitness classes designed for individuals with disabilities and regularly volunteers at the farm alongside her daughter.

Vice President

Courtney serves as Board Secretary and supports governance documentation and operational organization. She works closely with farm activities, Transition 2 students, and daily program support. She also serves as our Development Lead over fundraising, grants, and donor relations.

In her professional role as a full-time caregiver supporting multiple children with diverse needs, she brings hands-on experience, patience, and a deep commitment to disability advocacy. Courtney’s long-term goal is to continue serving within nonprofit work that empowers individuals with disabilities.

Secretary

Courtney Mercer

Emily is a high school special education teacher and oversees program planning, social activities, and class coordination at The Broody Hen. Her professional background in transition education provides critical insight into vocational readiness, independence skills, and structured program development.

She plays a key role in building programming that supports confidence, growth, and meaningful engagement.

Director of Programming & Independence

Emily Frisby

Community Partners

Michelle is the landowner who generously hosts The Broody Hen on her five-acre property. As a mother of seven children and foster parent to another, including two children with special needs, she brings both lived experience and extraordinary commitment to the mission.

Her partnership made the launch of The Broody Hen farm stand possible. She and her family are currently building a multipurpose structure to allow for an indoor farm stand and weather-protected programming space.

Michelle’s support — both logistical and personal — has been foundational in helping The Broody Hen grow from vision to reality.

Property Host

Michelle Aull

Mr. Cam, as students affectionately call him, is a teacher’s assistant with the local Transition 2 class that partners with The Broody Hen. He helps connect classroom learning with real-world vocational experiences at the farm.

Cam previously served as a director with Young Life and remains actively involved with Young Life’s Capernaum program, which supports individuals with disabilities. As a father of a son with disabilities himself, he brings both leadership experience and personal understanding to the work.

In addition to his role in education, Cam owns and operates a lawn care business and helps with land maintenance and stewardship at the farm. He has built strong relationships with many of the young men we serve, offering mentorship, encouragement, and practical life skills.

Transition 2 Program Partner & Community Support

Cam Atchley

Governance & Accountability

The Board of Directors meets regularly to review programming, financials, and strategic planning. Board members provide financial oversight, mission alignment, and long-term growth direction.

As a community-rooted nonprofit, our leadership reflects:

  • Professional special education expertise

  • Disability advocacy lived experience

  • Vocational development insight

  • Operational and program coordination

  • Deep family-centered commitment

We are united in our belief that adults with disabilities deserve meaningful work, dignity, and belonging.

To view our annual Financial Snapshot and Impact Summary visit our Impact & Transparency page.

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