About
About Forward Rabun
Why we do what we do!
Forward Rabun is a public-private partnership established to integrate tourism and economic development marketing under one organization with support and joint oversight by the county and city governments and the private sector.
We exist to steer the county toward building a better future for all by joining forces with individuals and organizations from the community and connecting people with resources and information they need. Whether this is your home or home away from home, Rabun County is where tomorrow starts today!
Staff:
Rick Story
Director of Development
Linda Scofield
Rabun County Welcome Center Manager
Forward Rabun Board
The Forward Rabun Board consists of a unique combination of both public and private representatives in order to create a symbiotic relationship offering equal consideration and benefit to all. Appointed members include five from the county-at-large and one from each of the six incorporated cities as well as the Superintendent of the County Schools and the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce. Elected members include eight representatives from private sector businesses and community organizations. A self-selected executive committee will meet on a monthly basis while the complete board will meet quarterly.
Executive Committee
Chairman – Claude Dillard, Rabun County Bank
Vice-Chairman – Dr. Stephen Arbitter, Rabun Animal Hospital
Vice-Chairman – Robert Pittman, Janus Institute and Lake Rabun Association
Greg James, Chairman of the Rabun County Commissioners
Mr. Steve Cole, Superintendent, Rabun County Schools
Todd Webb, C/O Atlas Lighting and Home
Board Members
Pam Thompson, C/O Dillard House Stables, Rabun County Camera Ready Liaison
Mr. Jeff Miles, Head of School/Rabun Gap Nacoochee School
Mrs. Suzie Nixon-Flaherty/Mr. Tony Penrose, Co/Rep Rabun County Chamber of Commerce
Mr.John Dillard, C/O Legacy Partners/The Dillard House
Mrs. Nicole Dover, Marketing & Promotions Manager, Habersham Electric Membership Corporation
Mrs. Nicole Queen, Vice-President and Branch Manager, United Community Bank
Mr.Jeremy Spradlin, Area Manager, The Georgia Power Company
Mr. Roy Quilliams, Mayor of the City of Clayton