DAVA National Executive Committee (NEC)
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary (DAVA) is the governing body responsible for overseeing the organization's policies, approving minutes from the National Conventions, and enforcing the National Constitution and Bylaws between annual conventions.
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Composition and Leadership
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Members: The NEC is comprised of the elected National Commander, past national commanders, and an elected representative (and alternate) from each of the organization's 21 geographical districts.
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Current Leadership: National Commander Melissa Pierce and National Adjutant Bunny Clos oversee the organization's headquarters in Erlanger, Kentucky.
Responsibilities
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Policy and Appointments: The NEC approves the National Commander's appointments for national chairmen and VAVS (Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service) representatives.
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Bylaw Amendments: The NEC reviews proposed resolutions and amendments to the constitution and bylaws, which are voted on during the annual convention floor.
Governance
The NEC serves as an essential bridge between regional DAVA units, State Departments, and the National Headquarters, ensuring all regional operations align with the Auxiliary’s overarching mission to support veterans and their families.
NEC District 1
NEC District 2
NEC District 3
NEC District 4
NEC District 5
NEC District 6
NEC District 7
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NEC District 8
NEC District 9
NEC District 10
NEC District 11
NEC District 12
NEC District 13
NEC District 14
Nancy Ferullo Hoey
Josephine “Nancy” Rivera
​Karen Rediker
Linda S. Applegate
Laurie A. Stopyra
Jacque R. DuBose
​Rose A. McGinnis
Donald R. Harris
Felicia M. Evans Walls
Anissa Rader
Darlene M. Hanneman
Karen Eccles
Aundra Lett-Jackson
Nancy A. Berndt
NEC District 15
NEC District 16
NEC District 17
NEC District 18
NEC District 19
NEC District 20
NEC District 21
Velma Steinman
Joel F. Adema
Kathy Phelps
Holly Mulnix
Karen L. Haltiner
Sharon K. Thornton
Linda Oliver
DAVA NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (NEC) DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES 2025-2026
NEC District 1
NEC District 2
NEC District 3
NEC District 4
NEC District 5
NEC District 6
NEC District 7
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NEC District 8
NEC District 9
NEC District 10
NEC District 11
NEC District 12
NEC District 13
NEC District 14
Nancy Ferullo Hoey
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​Karen Rediker
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Laurie A. Stopyra
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​Rose A. McGinnis
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Felicia M. Evans Walls
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Darlene M. Hanneman
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Aundra Lett-Jackson
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NEC District 15
NEC District 16
NEC District 17
NEC District 18
NEC District 19
NEC District 20
NEC District 21
Velma Steinman
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Kathy Phelps
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Karen L. Haltiner
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Linda Oliver

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