Staff
Gaye Lynn Wilson
Executive Director
Gaye Lynn Wilson became the Executive Director of Wilson Rides Inc. on February 1, 2021. She previously served as Vice President of Development for National Pro Fastpitch, managing league sponsorships, licensing, and major events like the Championship Series and Professional Drafts. She also led the development of the league’s digital media and internship programs.
A University of Florida graduate with a B.S. in Exercise Science, Gaye Lynn helped launch the university’s softball program in 1995 and served as an Assistant Coach, leading recruitment efforts until 2000. Prior to UF, spent five years as the Head Coach at Daytona Beach Community College. She also holds a Master’s in Counselor Education from the University of Central Florida, a Mini-MBA from Belmont University, and a Hospitality and Tourism Management certificate from Florida Atlantic University.
Deeply engaged in the community, she serves on the boards of the Mount Juliet Senior Activities Center, The Volunteer Network, and Lebanon Noon Rotary. She previously held leadership roles with the Mount Juliet Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Wilson, serving as Board Chair for both in 2020. Her contributions have earned her multiple awards, including Wilsonian of the Year (2022) and the Nonprofit of Excellence Award (2022). Gaye Lynn is also an active member of the Outreach Team at Providence Church in Mount Juliet, TN.
Stephanie Pugh
Office Coordinator
Stephanie Pugh joined Wilson Rides as Office Coordinator in February 2025, bringing a background in education and ministry. She previously served as Director of Student Ministries at Gladeville Methodist Church and spent nearly 15 years as a Wilson County educator and district coach, working primarily with children and youth.
A Wilson County native, Stephanie graduated from Mt. Juliet High School and holds an Accounting degree from Tennessee Technological University and a Master’s in Elementary Education from Trevecca. She enjoys the outdoors, woodworking, and volunteering at her church. Stephanie and her husband, Ben, have two sons, Carter (19) and Mason (16).
Barbara Segal
Transportation Coordinator
Barbara Segal joined Wilson Rides as Transportation Coordinator in August 2024. A recent transplant to Middle Tennessee, she was born and raised in the Chicago area before retiring to Florida—only to find Chicago too cold and Florida too hot. Middle Tennessee, however, is just right.
Barbara holds a Business Management degree from Benedictine University and spent her career in financial management, operations, and strategy. She retired as Senior Manager, Global Finance Business Partner at HSBC, where she led financial planning and analysis for global Operations, Technology, and Procurement. Her role included consolidating and submitting annual operating plans, quarterly forecasting, and collaborating with global stakeholders on financial results.
After retiring, Barbara dedicated her time to volunteering, including supporting a cancer treatment facility in Florida and driving for the American Cancer Society. She enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her granddaughter. Barbara is married to Jim Segal, who also serves as a Volunteer Driver for Wilson Rides.
Board of Directors
Susan is the project administrator for Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto. She retired from a career in specialty and commercial insurance global operations, risk management, and compliance. Profile available on LinkedIn.
Key Board Qualifications:
- Passion for community service
- 6 years’ experience in local government and 28 years’ experience in insurance company operations
- Skilled in project management, public speaking, insurance operations, non-profit development, and fundraising
- Co-Chair of Drug Free Wilco through 2024
- President-Lebanon Noon Rotary Club (2024-2025)
- Leadership Middle Tennessee Graduate (2024)
- Member of Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce
Danielle Drueck has a passion for maintaining the dignity of Wilson County senior citizens.
- Passion for serving others
- 30 yrs. of experience as a CPA and business owner in Mount Juliet, TN
- Treasurer of Cooks United Methodist Church
- Treasurer & CFO- Mount Juliet Chamber of Commerce (2016-2022)
- Board Member, Donelson and Mount Juliet YMCA’s
Traci is the Director of Community Relations at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital where she has worked for the past 8 years. Profile available on LinkedIn.
Key Board Qualifications:
- Passion for seniors and community service
- 12 years’ experience in the hospital; 15 years’ experience in a surgical clinic
- Civic leader involved in Rotary Club and Mount Juliet Chamber of Commerce
- Skilled in public relations, marketing, volunteer management, and physician relations
- Board member of Leadership Wilson and Mount Juliet Chamber (2021-Present)
- Mount Juliet Rotary Club (2020-Present)
- Mount Juliet Rotary Club President – 2024
- Chairman of the Board, Leadership Wilson (2022)
- Chairman of the Board, Mount Juliet Chamber of Commerce (2023)
- Large network of professional and business contacts in the community
Maggie is the owner of Home Instead, a caregiver service for older adults with multiple locations in Middle Tennessee. Profile available on LinkedIn.
Key Board Qualifications:
- Passion for helping adults as they age
- 10 years’ experience in senior caregiver business
- Skilled in public speaking, home care and healthcare management, leadership, team building, customer service, and fundraising
- Entrepreneurial skills starting up and running a successful business
- Founder of Be a Santa To a Senior in Wilson County, helping over 16,000 seniors as of 2023
Glenda is retired from the Veteran’s Administration where she was an Assistant Service Center Manager responsible for over 300 employees. Profile available on LinkedIn.
Key Board Qualifications
- Passion for helping veterans, senior adults as they age
- 42 years Federal service, 40+ years serving veterans and their families
- 10 years dealing with the public (all ages) as office manager in accounting office • 35 years involved in church atmosphere as a teacher, youth director, fellowship director and church administrator
- Participated in community clubs such as Jaycettes and Lions Club
Standing, Left to right: Glenda Taylor, Jay Major, Travenia Holden, Margaret Tolbert, Traci Pope, Amanda Crowell
Seated, Left to right: Susan Shaw, Gaye Lynn Wilson, Danielle Drueck
Not pictured: Sheriff Robert Bryan, Heather Sadler Gallaher, Maggie Lea
Apply to Join the Board
Wilson Rides Inc. invites dedicated individuals to apply for our Board of Directors. Applications are accepted year-round through our online form. The Board meets every other month, specifically in February, April, June, August, October, and December, on the 3rd Tuesday from 3:30 – 4:45 pm.
Application Process:
- October: Nominations occur.
- November: Selections are made.
- December: Selected candidates are notified and invited to meet the current Board. An orientation with the Executive Director is also conducted in December.
- January: All members attend a Board Retreat.
- February: The first regular Board meeting of the year.
Board members are also asked to select a committee to serve on, choosing from the Executive, External, or Internal committees. These committees meet as needed and typically convene in the months when no scheduled Board meetings occur. This process ensures that new Board members are well-prepared, actively engaged, and ready to contribute to our mission to serve older adults in Wilson County.