BOARD MEMBERS 2026

Jim Lajoie
President

Jim and his wife moved to Carolina Preserve in 2021. Jim served in executive positions in several different industries in his career, including corporate, non-profit, and health care. He most recently served for the past 11 years as executive director of UNC Fertility in Raleigh before retiring in 2025. His non-profit experience includes serving for six years as chief operating officer and chief financial officer for a large family-services organization in Massachusetts and as board chair of Cope Elder Services (now defunct), an organization, much like TIP, dedicated to assisting seniors live independently. Jim became a member of the TIP board in 2026. Among his interests include publishing a weekly blog for "those of a certain age".
 
Board term through 2027

Peter Asmar
Secretary

Peter holds an MBA in Finance from the New York Institute of Technology and has a career spanning multiple industries, including transportation, manufacturing, financial services, education and pharmaceuticals. Over the years, he has served in several executive leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Financial Officer, guiding organizations through growth, transformation and operational excellence. A lifelong advocate for community service, Peter has dedicated himself to creating and supporting volunteer opportunities, both inside and outside the workplace. He believes deeply in the power of service and often says that you always get back more than you give when you volunteer. As an active TIP Village volunteer, he continues to support programs that strengthen the community and encourage others to get involved.

Board term through 2027

David Jackson
Treasurer

David and wife, Cindy, have lived in Carolina Preserve since 2018. They moved here from the Dallas area to be close to their five grandkids. David has been active in the CP community, serving on the HOA Board as Treasurer and working on several task forces. Outside the community, he is active at his church, and he delivers food for Meals on Wheels. He has been a volunteer at TIP for several years. David was educated at SMU in engineering and management, including BS and MS degrees. Prior to retiring, he worked for the federal government for 39 years in Texas, Colorado, and Louisiana. 

Alan DeCrane
Member-at-Large

Alan's career began in the 1970s where he learned auto mechanics from his father. Alan has a wealth of experience from his past education and professions. He has worked with the networking system in an insurance company and has also been a Change Coordinator in service management, but perhaps what's most interesting about Alan is that he has had many different roles in his life. He has worked as a school bus driver, taxi cab driver, network and server manager and what's most unique is that he has worked in a machine shop making parts for antique tractors. Alan moved to Carolina Preserve in 2021 to be closer to his youngest daughter and her husband. Alan is a dedicated TIP volunteer working as a helper in both technology and as a handyman. He is also the ITC Chairman and keeps busy engaged in the many aspects of resident living. 

Board term through 2026

Judy Smith

Member-at-Large

Judy has been a CP resident since 2010 and volunteering has been a part of her DNA. Before moving to CP, she volunteered for 17 years in the office of Habitat for Humanity of No. VA. After settling here, Judy continued to do what she loved when she began volunteering for Carying Place, an organization whose mission is helping homeless working families with children and Sarah Care, an adult day care program. Volunteering remains a high priority in her life. You can find Judy at CP assisting with the Guardian Angel Program or driving for TIP. Judy will continue her involvement with TIP as a member of the Board of Directors. 

Board term through 2026