Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore (BBBSES) has presented Dan Ervin, Ph. D., Professor of Finance at Salisbury University and Board Chair, as its 2020 Board Member of the Year. This prestigious honor recognizes Dr. Ervin’s unwavering commitment to empower youth to achieve their full potential at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore.
Dr. Ervin joined the BBSES Board of Directors in January of 2017. While he is currently Board Chair, Dr. Ervin has long dedicated unwavering support to the organization through financial counseling and visionary leadership. He has been instrumental in the concept, construction, and launch of programs and services provided to the community by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore. Dr. Ervin has played a pivotal role in helping BBBSES grow to the leading youth mentoring organization in the area.
Dr. Ervin has a long history of supporting the Maryland Eastern Shore community through his expertise in Finance and Energy. He has served as a member of the Asbury Methodist Church Finance Committee, Wor-Wic Electronics and Manufacturing Program Advisory Committee, and currently as Board Chair with BBBSES. As an expert in the field of Finance, Dr. Ervin has published educational literature, educating youth and scholars on subjects of business and finance. He provides instruction to Salisbury University students as Professor of Finance, while also providing financial, program, and regulatory information, governance, and guidance to BBBSES.
His role as Board Chair has become more vital in 2020. The Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly challenged BBBSES to provide mentoring, resources, and enrichment to the community. Although the service delivery method of providing essential support to families in the community has changed, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore with the steadfast board leadership of Dr. Ervin, will continue to support the Eastern Shore community in overcoming adversity through leadership and collaboration.
Congratulations to Dr. Dan Ervin for being awarded the honor of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore 2020 Board Member of the Year.