Beth Cox is the Program Director and has served in this capacity since 2010. She is responsible for training personnel, curriculum development and managing the speaking team as well as presenting in the classroom herself. Beth is certified as a Sexual Risk Avoidance Specialist (SRAS), a REAL Essentials Specialist and has demonstrated a strong commitment to education. She has her B.S Degree from the University of Kentucky and served on the Sumner County Board of Education for eight years.  Beth was honored to be named as “Sumner County Public Servant of the Year” and was recognized as one of the “Top 30 Most Influential People in Sumner County”. Beth and her husband Todd have been married for over 35 years and have two daughters and are active members of Long Hollow Church, where they disciple and mentor young married couples.

“What I like most about DCO is that we are truly making a difference in the lives of these students. I see the reactions on their faces as they learn new information and they tell us how the information has changed their attitude about things like sexual activity and adoption. It is truly thrilling to know that you are helping shape positive decisions for their future."

Annette Carnes serves as Finance Manager for DCO.

She has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Freed Hardeman University. Upon graduation, she went to work for her dad’s business for the next 30 + years wearing a few different hats—chief one eventually being that of bookkeeper. Annette is very happy to bring that experience to the office of DCO.
She and her husband, Jeff, have raised two sons and now have two “daughters-in-love” and  three grandchildren! They worship with the Hartsville Pike church of Christ and are actively involved in teaching/leading adult classes. She is an avid fan of the Nashville Predators and cheers for the Tennessee Volunteers as well.

“I’ve been an outside supporter of DCO for many years because I’ve seen that high school students are making adult decisions without the knowledge and experience of being adults, and DCO gives them knowledge upon which to base their decisions. DCO has changed lives for the better because of its presence in the lives of our young people.”

Christina is passionate about equipping parents with the tools they need to guide their families with confidence. As a wife and mother of two young children, she brings both personal and professional insight into her work. Growing up in the 90s culture—where healthy choices were often discussed without addressing the real-life consequences—she has seen the importance of giving parents clear, practical ways to engage their children in open and honest conversations. Christina is especially dedicated to helping families navigate the challenges of online exposure by providing resources and actionable steps that make difficult conversations possible and meaningful.

Bonnie is our Program Manager/Operations Coordinator in middle Tennessee - Sumner, Robertson, Davidson, and Wilson counties. She has her associates in Early Childhood Education and a bachelor’s degree in Business Management. For the past 7 years, Bonnie has worked in the WIC industry, bringing more products into the WIC system. Recently, she, her husband Dillon, and their three children relocated from NY to Hendersonville, TN. They are enjoying the southern hospitality and warmer weather! Bonnie feels honored to be in the classroom, having conversations with students that allow for opportunities to plant seeds in the lives of middle and high schoolers.

Kelly is a High School and Middle School Education Specialist and serves as Community Outreach Coordinator in southeast Tennessee. 

Emily is the Social Media Specialist. She has her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Liberty University.  Emily was born and raised in Nashville and currently lives in Lebanon. Emily and her husband just welcomed their first daughter into the world. Emily loves to spend time with friends and family, volunteering with her church’s youth ministry, and traveling! Emily is so excited to join the DCO family and looks forward to helping others see all the amazing things DCO is doing through social media!