Meet the Team
The Faces of Our Organization
Chauncey O'Dell
President of the Board
Chauncey is a grateful daughter of Appalachia, born and raised in East Tennessee. She joined SOCM because of its powerful legacy in local community work and the way its members care about the dignity and lived experiences of each other. She believes the humor, poignancy, and faithful intentions of SOCM’s members are a true treasure, and she has felt the building of genuine support, trust, and collective respect in SOCM’s efforts to gather fellow humans in community against the forces of extraction and oppression, however they may exist. She currently works as a therapist, specializing in grief support, and loves music, dancing, and creating art with loved ones. She lives in the mountains of Greene County with her beloved dog companion.
Scott Martindale
Vice President
Scott is a longtime SOCM member in Rutherford County, He was previously the Rutherford County Chapter Rep.
Angela Wynn
Treasurer
Angela Wynn is a seasoned operations and business strategy professional with more than twenty years of experience in corporate administration, workflow design, and executive support. She currently serves as Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations at Tennessee State University, where she focuses on aligning organizational systems with long-term mission and impact.
Angela holds a BBA in Marketing from Howard University, an MBA in Human Resource Management from the University of Phoenix, and is pursuing a Doctorate of Education at Tennessee State University. She has demonstrated a deep commitment to community leadership through service with organizations such as the YWCA of Nashville and Middle Tennessee, Needlink Nashville, SOCM, and Public School Strong Tennessee.
A mother of five and a survivor of domestic abuse, Angela is a nationally recognized advocate for women and children, using her lived experience, resilience, and leadership to advance equity, empowerment, and systemic change across Tennessee.
Allie Cohn
Secretary
Allie grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, and lived in eight states before relocating to Knoxville, Tennessee, nine years ago. She quickly became involved with SOCM, drawn to its commitment to member-driven, statewide positive change. She currently serves as the Overdose Prevention Director at Hellbender Harm Reduction, where she oversees mail-based naloxone services reaching all 95 counties in Tennessee. She is dedicated to supporting SOCM’s work in her local community and strengthening efforts across the state.
