Karen Hicks

Karen Hicks is a skilled professional with extensive experience in community and social services. Currently serving as the Manager at Blue Ridge Area Food Bank since July 2022, Karen previously held the position of Project Director for Substance Use Disorder Education at James Madison University from June 2020 to July 2022. In this role, responsibilities included coordinating trainings, managing community coalitions, and developing specialized curricula. Prior to this, Karen worked for Valley Community Services Board from October 1998 to May 2020, where roles included Therapeutic Day Treatment Supervisor and Prevention Coordinator. Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bridgewater College and a Master's Degree in Human Services with a concentration in Community and Social Services from Capella University.