Our Leadership Team

Marshal Huddleston serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Uplands Village, bringing over 20 years of dedicated leadership experience in long-term care across Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. Throughout his distinguished career, he has focused on moving beyond simple operational improvements to build a “culture of significance” that creates a lasting, positive impact. This vision aligns seamlessly with the Eden Alternative philosophy, a person-directed and relationship-centered approach that has long been the cornerstone of the Uplands Village mission.

Huddleston firmly believes that strengthening organizational culture is the essential catalyst for advancing these core principles of individuality and meaningful engagement. He often emphasizes that culture growth is a necessity, noting that a vibrant and empowering environment is exactly what the community needs to thrive. By prioritizing this cultural evolution, he ensures that the Eden mission remains a living, breathing reality for every resident. Under his guidance, the focus remains on creating a legacy that honors the unique purpose of every individual within the community. Huddleston maintains that when the culture is right, excellence naturally follows in every area of care and service. Ultimately, his leadership is dedicated to building a future for Uplands Village that is as vibrant and purposeful as its historic legacy.

Cynthia brings over 20 years of experience, primarily in healthcare and property management. She joined the Uplands Village team in 2017 and is committed to the success of the community and its residents. Cynthia is a graduate of Tennessee Technological University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. She lives in Crossville, Tennessee, with her husband and enjoys travel, watching sports, and spending time with family.

Scott is the Director of Maintenance at Uplands Village and comes from a building maintenance background specializing in ground, electric, and plumbing. Over the past 37 years, Scott has dedicated his expertise and time at Uplands Village while expanding on his licensures. During his tenure with Uplands, he has completed his license in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, IT and is currently working on his license for wastewater management. In 2016, Scott was the Project Manager for the renovation of our top-notch Wellness Center. The thing he loves most about working at Uplands Village is getting to know each resident and helping everyone he can in this community. 

Scott was raised in Pleasant Hill and loves to spend his time outside of Uplands Village camping, spoiling his two dogs, Dutton and Pepper, attending woodcraft shows, working on his farm with his beef cattle, building onto his antique car collection, and riding his motorcycle with his wife of 23 years, Tamara.

Keith is the Director of Marketing at Uplands Village. He has an extensive background in customer service, marketing, and sales. It is his duty to design and implement a marketing strategy that will promote Uplands Village not only locally but also nationally. Making sure all areas of the campus are well represented and advertised is Keith’s daily goal. One of his favorite things about Uplands Village is getting to meet the residents and talk to them about the paths that led them to this great community. 

Keith was born and raised in Spencer, TN. He has traversed the country and worked in many different states. He is also active in Rotary and Habitat for Humanity. When he isn’t thinking of something marketing related, you can find him spending time with his wife, acting like he knows what he’s doing at the gym, eating chocolate, learning useless trivia facts to randomly disperse to a most often unimpressed audience, and petting every dog that he meets. 

Deonna is the Director of Rehab at Uplands Village. While in college at Roane State, she enjoyed working as a Dental Assistant for eight years and a caregiver in the home care industry. This experience gave her a deep appreciation of how to improve the lives of others. 

Deonna graduated from Nashville States Occupational Therapy Assistant Program in 2014 and landed her first job as a COTA/L, Director of Rehab at Uplands Village. She has a passion for helping others, loves to hear their stories, and loves to hear others’ “secrets to life.” 

Deonna is a native of Crossville, Tennessee, has been married to her husband, Kirk, for four years, and together they have twin girls, Wylder and Wrenley. Deonna feels it is a beautiful thing when a passion and a career come together.

Amanda Waldo has been in the healthcare field for 22 years. She spent the first 3 as a CNA. Her last 19 years have been as a nurse. While caring for long term / skilled patients she had a focus on wound care. She joined Uplands Village in 2022. In 2024 she was promoted to Memory Care Manager. 

Amanda has two daughters, Bailee and Kayla, and loves animals. When she is not being awesome at Uplands Village she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, crafting, being outdoors, and working on her farm where she raises black angus cattle.

A Pleasant Hill native, Jennifer Selby’s connection to Uplands Village is lifelong. Her journey within the community began in high school as a resident sitter and has evolved over an impressive 11-year professional career. Before stepping into her role as Principal Broker, Jennifer gained a comprehensive understanding of the village by serving in development, accounting, and marketing.

Jennifer views her work as a joyful honor, guiding residents through one of life’s most significant transitions. Driven by the mantra to “go all in,” she is known for her deep accessibility, often sharing her personal number to ensure she is always available for those she serves. Whether she’s navigating a complex real estate transition or working to fill every home on campus, Jennifer’s focus remains firmly on the people who make Uplands a community.

Angie is the Admission Coordinator for Uplands Village Long Term Care and Rehab Center.

She graduated from Tennessee Technology Center in Crossville as an LPN in 2008. She has worked in many different areas of nursing since obtaining her Nursing license 18 years ago, and feels at home with Rehabilitation and has a passion for helping others. She enjoys watching patients get stronger and be able to return home to family and friends.

Angie has lived in Tennessee her whole life here on the Plateau. Angie has been married to her husband Chris for 32 years, and together they have 2 daughters Kristin and Karrissa, who are both now married with families of their own. They have 3 grandsons, Easton, Christopher, and Lane. One precious granddaughter Magnolia (Maggie). Angie enjoys spending time with her family, boating and riding RZR when she is not working.

Jessica Holland has served in healthcare for 13 years, with the past 11 years dedicated to Uplands Village. During her time here, she’s had the opportunity to work in all areas of the community, but her heart truly belongs to Home Health and IL residents. Nursing is more than a profession to her-it is a true calling and where she feesl most fulfilled. Jessica is also an Eden educator. The Eden alternative is what makes Uplands the best place to live and work! 

Outside of work, Jessica cherishes spending time with family and friends. She enjoys camping, kayaking, going to church, and working in her flower beds. She and her husband Kevin love to travel whenever they get the chance. She has 2 children, and 1 grandchild, who brings absolute joy to her life. 

Dorothy James proudly serves as the Director of Nursing at Uplands Village, bringing nearly two decades of diverse clinical and leadership experience to her role. A nurse since 2006, Dorothy’s journey into healthcare was preceded by meaningful work in special needs development and job training—an experience that helped shape her compassionate, people-centered approach to leadership.

She earned her Associate of Nursing degree from Lincoln Memorial University and went on to complete both her BSN and MSN at Chamberlain University. Throughout her career, Dorothy has built an impressive clinical background, including nine years in Emergency Room nursing and nine years as a CCU Lead RN. She also served as a Nurse Retentionist and Administrator at a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH), where she combined her passion for mentorship with operational leadership.

Dorothy is deeply committed to professional growth and excellence in nursing practice. She enjoys learning new skills and staying current in the ever-evolving field of healthcare. As an active member of the American Nurses Association, she remains engaged with the broader nursing community and committed to advancing the profession.

Born and raised in Southeastern Kentucky, Dorothy is proud of her roots and cherishes time spent with her family across the Bluegrass State. She has three children—Ryan, Brittany, and Carson—who mean the world to her. She also shares her life with her significant other, Brian, who is originally from Crossville, Tennessee. Outside of work, she enjoys the thrill of horse racing and is especially passionate about caring for and spending time with animals.

Dorothy’s blend of clinical expertise, leadership experience, and heartfelt compassion makes her an invaluable leader and advocate for both residents and staff at Uplands Village.

Mahala Miller serves as the Activities Director at Uplands Village, where she leads with creativity, compassion, and a deep commitment to purposeful living at every stage of life. With multiple years of experience in senior living, Mahala designs and oversees innovative recreational programming that strengthens community, nurtures dignity, and brings meaningful engagement to residents each day. She has a particular passion for developing specialized programs for individuals living with dementia, creating environments where connection, joy, and identity are preserved and celebrated. As a State Certified Activity Director, Board Certified Activity Professional, and Certified Nursing Assistant, Mahala combines clinical insight with visionary leadership to shape a vibrant and inclusive culture within the community.

A proud native of Little Crab, Tennessee, Mahala’s love for family and community fuels her work. She is happily married and the devoted mother of two young daughters. Outside of Uplands Village, she enjoys reading, painting, and spending time outdoors. She also participates in creative and restorative pursuits that reflect the intentionality she brings to her professional life. Mahala believes that senior living should be more than care—it should be rich with purpose, beauty, and belonging.

David has worked with Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living communities for 14 years in human resources and occupational safety management and consulting roles at corporate, regional, and front-line levels. In these roles he has guided teams on topics such as onboarding documentation, conflict resolution, team building, orientation topics, pre-employment screenings, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance, root-cause analysis, DOT compliance, and federal and state life safety compliance. He is a servant leader with a heart for teammates, residents, and family (wife Cari and son Sam) as well as a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. His hobbies include fishing, chess, tennis, gardening, and any sport where the team wears the orange and white of the University of Tennessee. Other hobbies of interest include Taekwondo and ballroom dancing.

Nicole Miles serves as Campus Administrator at Uplands Village, where she oversees services and support for Independent Living residents across the campus. Since joining Uplands in February 2023 as receptionist at the Wellness Center, Nicole has held several roles and built strong relationships with residents and staff. Today she serves as a central point of contact for Independent Living residents, helps welcome new members of the community, and works with teams across the village to develop activities, classes, events, and amenities that enrich campus life. She also serves as Executive Assistant to the CEO and obtained her Tennessee real estate license in 2025, supporting Uplands Village Real Estate as a backup agent. Born and raised in Minnesota, Nicole has lived in 13 states and brings a diverse background that includes property management and animal rescue, along with a degree in Animal Health. She has one son who lives in Nashville and shares her home with her cat, Tommy. Nicole values the connections she has built at Uplands and enjoys serving the residents and colleagues who make the community such a special place.

Rebecca Young has served in the healthcare field for 27 years. She began her career working in a surgeon’s office running the front desk. She was promoted and transferred to the hospital setting, leading the marketing department and senior program, before serving 17 years as Director of Business Development at a skilled nursing facility. Rebecca joined the Uplands team in June of 2025. Rebecca believes caring for seniors is more than a profession, it is a calling. She is passionate about enriching their lives with compassion, purpose, and love.

Rebecca lives in Sparta with her husband of 26 years, Brandon. Together they have three children — Trenton, Ella, and Kamille, whom they adopted at age 17 — and one precious grandson, Kohen. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys spending time with her family and her dog, Ollie, and strives to live out her faith in both her personal and professional life.