John “Buster” Dowless of Ash was elected to the ATMC Board in 2012 and represents the At-Large District. He is the co-owner and operator of Strand Termite and Pest Control. Through his career in the pest control industry, Mr. Dowless has held various offices in the South Carolina Pest Control Association, including president. In addition, he has been involved in organizations such as Calabash Fire Department, Brunswick County Hospital Authority, Brunswick County Economic Development Commission, Home Builders Associations of the Carolinas, Shallotte Masonic Lodge and the South Brunswick Islands Shrine Club.