Announcing Eric Hash, CAE as Executive Director of the Southeast Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (SEHPBA) > Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA)
January 08, 2026

Announcing Eric Hash, CAE as Executive Director of the Southeast Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (SEHPBA)

The Southeast Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (SEHPBA) has selected Eric Hash, CAE as Executive Director.  

Hash was the unanimous choice of the SEHPBA screening committee. “Eric stood out as a well-qualified candidate who has the association and board leadership experience that will take SEHPBA into the future and build on our strong legacy,” said Tom Parks, Vice President at Large of the SEHPBA Board of Directors and VP and General Manager at COASTROAD Hearth & Patio.

Hash holds the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation, a Master’s in Management and Leadership from Liberty University, a Bachelor’s in Bible Studies from Johnson University, and additional certifications in Board Development and Nonprofit Management from Duke University.  

At the core of his life is his family and his favorite sport, soccer. He lives in Virginia with his wife, Kim, and their two sons.

SEHPBA welcomes Hash to this leadership role and looks forward to the continued growth and support of member companies throughout the region.

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