Statement from NHCE Board Chair Bill Cameron
September 17, 2024 – On behalf of the New Hanover Community Endowment (NHCE) Board of Directors, I want to acknowledge the appointment Monday by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners of William “Bill” Blair to the New Hanover Community Endowment board of directors to fill the seat vacated by Stedman Stevens.
The former mayor of Wrightsville Beach, Blair has a decade of experience in local government. He’s also chaired and served on the New Hanover County ABC board. A local businessman, he lives in Wrightsville Beach.
“Bill has been a leader in this community for a long time. We know Bill will be a valuable addition to our board,” said Chair Bill Cameron. “We look forward to working with him to advance the mission of the Endowment.”
Blair replaces Stedman Stevens, who served on the board since 2021. An inaugural director, he was the co-chair of the grants committee, served on the investment and governance committees and was part of the board that has invested almost $75 million dollars in the community addressing difficult issues from literacy and job creation to housing and public safety.
Stevens’ term ends October 1.
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners appoints five board seats. Those interested fill out an application on the county website and are nominated and selected by the five elected county commissioners.