Sarah Hankey serves as the Sr. Community Program Manager for Blue Zones Project® – Brevard. She is an Integrative Health Coach and the founder of Sustainable Health for All, a local nonprofit that offers free health education and health coaching to residents of Transylvania County. Sarah believes that health is a birthright and should be available to everyone. She values making connections, building trust with the community, and inspiring them to make healthier choices.

My Power 9

My Power 9® are Purpose + Right Tribe. Having a clear connection to my purpose and living intentionally is an important part of my daily happiness. A career that strengthens my bond to my purpose while encouraging others to dive deep into theirs is very fulfilling for me. Sharing my passions with the people I spend time with is critical in finding meaning and a deeper connection to my tribe. By surrounding myself with like-minded, compassionate, and centered individuals, I feel a renewed sense of energy to tackle life’s ups and downs.

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Tammy Hopkins serves as the Sr. Marketing Manager and Engagement Lead for Blue Zones Project^® – Brevard. Tammy helps build community by getting everyone out walking, attending Purpose Workshops and purpose support groups, as well as Plant Slant cooking classes.

She previously served as the Executive Director of the Transylvania Community Arts Council and helped Brevard transform into an arts and film destination.

My Power 9

My favorite Power 9^® principles are: Right Tribe and Move Naturally. The people I choose to spend my time with impact my outlook on life. My favorite group of friends, MY TRIBE, or my MOAI, move naturally with me in nature. This is our grounding and bonding time. From walking/hiking to biking and kayaking and even glamping, we find peace in being outside in nature, moving naturally.

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Charlotte Shackleford has been in education for more than 20 years. She received her bachelor’s degree in sociology and psychology from Appalachian State University, and her master’s degree in elementary education from Queens University. She is currently enrolled in a doctoral program at Western University pursuing her EdD in educational leadership.

Charlotte is the mother of 2 boys and loves spending time with them. They live in Brevard, NC and feel fortunate to live in an incredible community surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Blue Zones Project encompasses all the things she is passionate about, and she is excited to be part of the team!

My Power 9

My Power 9^® is belonging—connection is everything!

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