Vocal Virginia's Board of Directors Announces New Executive Director

Vocal Virginia Announces Appointment of Martin Mash as Executive Director

Richmond, VA — October 31, 2025— Vocal Virginia’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Mash as the organization’s new Executive Director, effective October 29, 2025.

Martin brings a deep commitment to advocacy, peer-focused education, and peer-led mental health recovery. With years of experience in public policy and nonprofit leadership, he is well-positioned to lead Vocal Virginia into its next chapter of growth and achievement.

“The Board of Directors looks forward to working with Martin as he takes the helm of Vocal Virginia, ensuring the growth and sustainability of the organization” said Thomas Pratt, President of the Vocal Virginia Board of Directors.

As Executive Director, Martin will oversee statewide education and network programs, partnerships, and advocacy efforts that empower individuals with lived experience of mental health or co-occurring challenges to shape the systems and policies that affect their lives.

“I am honored to be promoted to this important role at Vocal Virginia and to continue building on its powerful legacy of peer leadership and community engagement,” said Mash. “I look forward to working with the Board of Directors, staff, and Vocal Virginia members and partners to strengthen the recovery movement through peer-led initiatives aimed at building awareness of mental health and co-occurring challenges.”

The Board also extends its sincere gratitude to Jessica Daggett, Education Program Director, for her dedication and hard-work during the transition.

Vocal Virginia is the Commonwealth’s only state-wide mental health advocacy and education nonprofit that is 100% staffed and governed by individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges. For more information about Vocal Virginia and its mission, please visit https://www.vocalvirginia.org/. To contact Vocal Virginia, please email network@vocalvirginia.org.