Put in some legwork for a good cause!
Put in some legwork for a good cause!
Our Leadership
Board of Directors
Gabriela Fellows
PRESIDENT
Gabriela has been a resident of the Kingsmill community for about 7 years but has been connected to Williamsburg for over 40 years. Initially a resident of Archers Mead, during one of her walks with her dog, she discovered the historic Kingsmill plantation site in 2020. Since that time, she has been working on understanding the historical significance of the dependencies as relates to early American history.
Born in Austria, Gabriela was raised with an appreciation for nature and history. She has a long history of involvement with nonprofit organizations in education and athletics in various volunteer capacities. She worked for the Colonial Williamsburg Hotel Properties in the 1980s and has returned with her family to Williamsburg, frequently staying at Kingsmill Resort, throughout the years. When her daughter decided to attend William & Mary law school, it ultimately led to her and her husband Andy to decide that Kingsmill was the place they had been looking for to retire to.
She brings over 7 years' experience as executive member of a non-profit board. This includes project lead experience remodeling facilities from concept to operational excellence, volunteer coordination and fundraising event planning.
Mark Wenger
VICE PRESIDENT
Mark Wenger is an architect and has been a preservationist for the past 48 years. He has been a resident of Kingsmill for the past 37 years. Mark, originally from Louisiana, received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southwestern Louisiana with a concentration in traditional architecture in 1974. In 1976 he entered the University of Virginia to study architecture and architectural history getting a masters in 1978.
After working in Norfolk for a large architectural firm, he came to Williamsburg and spent 32 years with Colonial Williamsburg Foundation both as an architect and later director in charge of many of the Colonial Williamsburg restorations as well as facilities and capital planning. During that time, he had the privilege of working on such notable buildings as the White House, Executive Office Building, the Governor's Mansion and State Capitol.
When he retired he completed hiking the Appalachian Trail and then spent a brief time as the CEO and Executive Director of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. Since then he has worked with several large companies and maintains his architectural practice. While a resident of Kingsmill he has served on a number of the committees was scout master for the Kingsmill troop and presently is chair of the EPB. When not working Mark loves all things outdoors. He is married to Linda also very active in the community for over fifty one years and they have two grown children.
Peter Hitt
TREASURER
Peter’s business experience includes senior leadership positions with emphasis on building high-performance teams to focus on risk management, strategic planning, partnership/program development and financial management. He has experience with start-up, small, medium, and large national businesses in industry sectors that include security, technology, banking and financial services, manufacturing, and education.
Peter Co-Chaired Maryland’s Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council as part of the Leadership Team for the National Capital Region HLS Information and Intelligence Sharing Program. He leverages his network of contacts in the defense and intelligence communities to help build programs that provide improved security to government and the private sector in the rapidly evolving AI/post-quantum environment
He is a past regional advisory board member of The Green Beret Foundation and Chair of the Maryland Family Network.
Sheila Filipponi
SECRETARY
Sheila Filipponi brings over 30 years of executive leadership to the Kingsmill Community Foundation. As a former Vice President of Sales, Sheila specialized in building high-performing teams and executing national launch strategies for Fortune 100 leaders like Johnson & Johnson and Novartis, as well as agile startups. Her career was defined by the ability to bridge complex commercial goals with national distribution across major drug, food, and mass retailers—a testament to her skill in strategic collaboration and partnership building.
While her professional background is rooted in the pharmaceutical and OTC industries, Sheila’s heart has always been in service. She previously shared her leadership as a board member for Hope Design Ministries, working to provide essential resources for the community of El Caulote, Honduras. This experience solidified her belief that whether across the globe or right here at home, the strength of a mission depends on the strength of its community.
Sheila’s "one word" for the Foundation is Community. Driven by a deep devotion to her family, she is committed to ensuring Kingsmill remains a vibrant sanctuary for future generations. She is honored to lend her professional expertise to help the Kingsmill community flourish through shared stewardship and generosity.
Advisory Board
Will Glasco - CEO Preservation Virginia
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Born and raised in Richmond, Will developed an early passion for Virginia history through visiting historic sites and battlefields
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He attended UNC Wilmington, earning a Creative Writing degree in 2008 after growing up in a family small business
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After graduation he worked at the American Civil War Museum in Richmond in Visitor Services and Development roles
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He led the Development program at Preservation Virginia starting in 2014 and now serves as Chief Executive Officer
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Will is pursuing a graduate degree in American History at Gettysburg College and serves on multiple historic preservation boards, with past leadership in fundraising organizations including Rural Plains Foundation in Hanover County and Historic Turkey Run House in Chesterfield County, and previously Chaired the Virginia Association of Fundraising Executives.
Bill Voliva - Former Busch Properties Vice President
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Bill has a long history in Kingsmill. There are not many people who have as many insights or as much experience with the creation, formation, and development of the Kingsmill development
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He was at Busch Properties, Inc./Kingsmill on the James 1975-2005
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As Director of Operation from 1976-1991, Bill had a front row seat working for Auggie Busch and developed a keen understanding of the Vision for the Kingsmill Community
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He expanded his appreciation for honoring the founding vision of the Kingsmill Community and integrating the reality of continued development within the community while Vice President/General Manager of Kingsmill on the James from 1993-2005
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Bill oversaw: Kingsmill Realty, Kingsmill Residential Development, Kingsmill Community Services Association (KCSA), Kingsmill Construction/Engineering, Security, Landscaping & Golf Maintenance.
Chris Miller - President, Piedmont Environmental Council
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Christopher G. Miller has served as President of the Piedmont Environmental Council since 1996, overseeing strategy, land conservation, and policy initiatives.
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He is an environmental attorney with expertise in land use, smart growth, and transportation policy.
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Chris serves in leadership and board roles with organizations including the Coalition for Smarter Growth, Virginia League of Conservation Voters, and Virginia Conservation Network.
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Earlier in his career, he worked on major environmental and policy efforts, including leading the campaign opposing Disney's America development proposal and roles with national environmental organizations and law firms.
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He holds a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Williams College; he is married with two daughters.
Andrew Hill - Hill & Schultz, P.C., CPA, CVA
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Andrew Joined Hill & Schultz in 2016; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
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With over 20 years of experience in finance and business accounting, Andrew specializes in individual and business tax preparation and planning (LLCs, partnerships, corporations)
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He has expertise in multi-state taxation, reporting, and assurance services (compilations and reviews)
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Andrew also holds degrees from Virginia Tech (B.S., 1998) and Old Dominion University (M.S. Accounting, 2015); active in AICPA and VSCPA; enjoys soccer and pickleball outside of work
Andy Fellows - President InnerContinental Energy Group
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Andy was introduced to Kingsmill through his daughter’s attendance at William & Mary Law School and later invested in a property there for family use.
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After spending more time in the community during COVID, he chose Kingsmill as the ideal place for his family’s retirement and quality of life.
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Through exploring the area’s natural beauty and historic sites, he developed a strong interest in preserving and enhancing the community for future generations.
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He became involved with the Kingsmill Community Foundation to help support its mission, contributing ideas to strengthen community, safety, and long-term sustainability.
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Andy brings over 36 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, along with nonprofit board experience, focused on innovative solutions to traditional challenges.