The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce hired Marla Flowers as director of community engagement. She will serve in a part-time capacity while continuing to provide support as a project engineer with Garmong Construction Services.

Central Indiana Land Trust has hired Stephanie Paine Crossin as a land protection specialist. She previously ran a legal clinic before focusing on family and volunteer work. Crossin holds a bachelor's degree from DePauw University and a JD from IU.

Rebuilding Together Indianapolis has selected Alison Brown as executive director. She previously served as volunteer coordinator for NeighborLink.

Indianapolis-based The Mind Trust has hired Chelsea Reed as manager of external communications. She most recently spent eight years leading marketing and communications efforts for Zion Hope Church. 

AgriNovus Indiana has announced, Aaron Schacht a senior leader with Greenfield-based Elanco Animal Health will serve as acting chief executive officer after current AgriNovus President and CEO Beth Bechdol steps down from her post.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis has named Alexis Harrison development and marketing manager. She previously served as annual fund manager for St. Richard’s Episcopal School.

The Indiana Region of the American Red Cross has announced the retirement of Northeast Indiana Chapter Executive Director Katherine Mac Aulay. Mac Aulay served the Red Cross for 40 years and has held her current position since 2013.

The Arc of Indiana Foundation has named Mark Bauer director of major gifts. He most recently completed more than 13 years as president and chief operating officer of the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation.

The Indiana State Medical Association has named Steve Cooke director of communications. He most recently served as deputy mayor for the city of Noblesville.

Kiwanis International has promoted Michelle Study-Campbell to executive director of its youth programs. She has served as director of youth protection for the past year. 

The Indiana CPA Society has hired Miriam Rivera as a member services associate. She previously served as an enrollment guide coordinator for Enroll Indy. Also, Christina Pristasch has been promoted to senior member services associate.

Indianapolis-based Foster Success has named Monika Mala chief operating officer. She most recently served as director of strategy and alliance at the national nonprofit Complete College America.

Easterseals Crossroads says David Dreith will be the organization’s next chief executive officer, following the retirement of J. Patrick Sandy in April. Dreith most recently served as Chief Operating Officer at Easterseals Greater Cincinnati.

Indianapolis native Darryl Lockett has been chosen to be the next executive director of the non-profit Kennedy King Memorial Initiative following a nationwide search.

The Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI has named Jeannie Sager director. She previously served as director of philanthropy at the Indiana University Health Foundation. 

Indianapolis Contemporary has promoted Braydee Euliss to executive director. She has served as director of development since April.

The Indiana Association of Beverage Retailers is undergoing what it calls a significant reorganization. The company has named Gretchen White executive director and hired Indianapolis-based Catalyst Public Affairs Group...

Kosciusko County Community Foundation Chief Executive Office Suzie Light has announced that she will step down from the position in March, with plans to fully retire from the organization in June. Associate Director Stephanie Overbey will succeed her.   

The 500 Festival in Indianapolis has named Carissa Galloway announcer for the 2020 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and the Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K. She is the first female announcer in the race's 44-year history. 

The Great American Songbook Foundation in Carmel has hired Marissa Nielsen as individual giving officer. She most recently served as a philanthropic advisor for the Central Indiana Community Foundation.

Vincent Village in Fort Wayne has named Denise Anderson executive director. She joins the organization from Brightpoint.

The Damien Center in Indianapolis has hired Charrie Stambaugh (pictured) as philanthropy officer. Also, Emily Leiserson has been appointed donor relations manager.

A national search has produced a new leader for the United Way of Allen County. The organization's board of directors has named Matthew Purkey new president and chief executive officer.  

Growing Places Indy has promoted Victoria Beaty to executive director.  She most recently served as marketing manager.

The Indiana Bankers Association has promoted Rod Lasley to executive vice president-operations & member services. He joined the organization in 2009 as member services representative.

Pathfinder Services Inc. has named former Huntington Mayor Brooks Fetters as its Chief Marketing and Development Officer.

The Indiana Retail Council has named Melissa Coxey its new executive director. Coxey succeeds Grant Monahan, who spent 40 years leading the organization before announcing his retirement last fall. 

The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis has named Josh Lodolo (pictured) planned giving & endowment senior director. Also, Lee Vriesman has been named capital campaign manager.

Girl Scouts of Central Indiana has promoted Jenny Skehan to chief financial officer.  She previously served as vice president of finance. 

The Indiana Arts Commission in Indianapolis has named Matthew Graham the new Indiana State Poet Laureate. He succeeds Adrian Matejka and begins his two-year term this month. 

Damar Services in Indianapolis has promoted Anthony Nwokedi to resource team director.  He has served the organization as a direct care staffer since 2014.  

Zionsville-based WORKS has promoted Vickie Hall to executive director.  She most recently served as space manager for the past year and will begin her new position on January 1. 

Fishers-based CEDIA has promoted Jenn McGuire to head of the global organisation's membership department. She joined the organization in 2015...

The Mapleton Fall Creek Development Corporation has named Elan Daniel chief Executive officer.  He previously served as an economic and community development consultant to clients in Indiana and Ohio...

United Way of Central Indiana has hired Gina Davis as senior director of the family opportunity fund. She most recently served as senior program officer for the Local Initiatives Support Corporation.

Girl Scouts of Central Indiana has named Ratasha Sweatt as Vice President of Talent and Culture.

CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions has named Tauhric Brown president and chief executive officer. He begins his new role January 6. Brown currently serves as chief operating officer for Services, Inc. of Kalamazoo, Mich.

Fort Wayne-based Foellinger Foundation has named Michael Moellering chair of its board of directors. He serves as a partner with Burt Blee.

The president and chief executive officer of AgriNovus Indiana is leaving the organization for a prominent role at a United Nations agency. Beth Bechdol has been confirmed to be the deputy director general of the Food and Agriculture Organization. 

The JCC Indianapolis has promoted Tammy Hopkins Kramer (pictured) to general manager of fitness & membership. Also, Ethan Cohen (pictured) has been hired as BBYO city director..

Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana has hired Ivan Cropper to lead the organization’s marketing and communications functions.

The Indiana Protection & Advocacy System Commission, the governing authority for Indiana Disability Rights, has promoted Melissa Keyes to executive director. She has served as legal director since 2014. 

Noblesville-based Aspire Indiana Health has hired Huma Hosain as a child/adolescent psychiatrist. She will practice at the nonprofit health organization’s clinics in Carmel and Lebanon.

Holly’s House in Evansville, a local child and adult victim advocacy center, has hired Alison Nicholson as development director. She most recently served as public relations and marketing manager for the Evansville Thunderbolts.

Ball State Alumni Association has named James Acton president of the Ball State University Alumni Association. Acton most-recently served as associate vice president of alumni and giving programs at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago.

Hawthorne Community Center in Indianapolis has named Caleb Sutton executive director. He has more then 15 years of experience working in the local nonprofit sector. Most recently, Sutton served as deputy director at the Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention (CHIP). Prior to that, he spent 13 years at Hawthorne and served as senior director of programs and services and youth programs director. 

The Stutz Artists Association has named Kassie Woodworth its 2019-20 resident artist. She is a visual artist with areas of focus including sculpture, printmaking and mixed media. Woodworth graduated from Herron School of Art and Design in 2019 with a B.F.A. in sculpture. The majority of her work investigates patterns, habits, movement and growth of nature.  

The Society of Professional Journalists has named John Shertzer executive director. He most recently served as founding executive director of the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council in Indianapolis. Prior to that, Shertzer spent seven years as the chief programs officer at Kiwanis International and executive director of Kiwanis Youth Programs.

The Domestic Violence Network has hired Amanda Keating as Research Analyst. She will collect, evaluate, and disseminate all community and program-level data related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and teen dating violence in Central Indiana. Keating is currently in her last semester at the Paul O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at IUPUI where she is earning a master's degree in public affairs. 

The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce has named Allyson Gutwein executive director.  She most recently served as manager of Midwest Jewelers on Main Street. Gutwein also served on the Boone County Chamber of Commerce Board for six years.

The Heroes Foundation in Indianapolis has named Kelly Smith executive director.  She most recently served as development manager for several northwest Indiana counties for Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana, Inc. 

The Community Foundation of Noble County has named Brad Graden executive director. He currently serves as a loan officer at Campbell & Fetter Bank. Before that, he coordinated professional development for the Huntington County Community School Corporation, served as director of quality programs & assessment at Central Noble and spent a short time as executive director of the Cole Center Family YMCA. 

Fishers-based CEDIA has promoted Samantha Ventura (pictured) to vice president of education and training. She has been with the organization since 2018. Prior to that, Ventura served as director of learning initiatives for the DevOps Library.  Also, Ian Bryant has been promoted to vice president of technology application and workforce initiatives. He most recently ran the Indianapolis office of Detroit-based ZenArray.   

Foellinger Foundation President and CEO Cheryl Taylor has announced she will step down in May of 2020. She has served in the role since 2001 and has been with the organization since 1990. The foundation serves nonprofit organizations in Allen County.

The top technology boss for the state of Indiana has announced he is stepping down from his post to take a new position with a Fishers-based technology outlet. Chief Information Officer Dewand Neely is leaving November 22 to become chief operating officer of Eleven Fifty Academy, a nonprofit group that trains people in computer coding.  

The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies in Indianapolis has announced Charles Chamness will step down in the fall of 2020. He has served as president and chief executive officer since 2003. Chamness will serve in an advisory role during the transition process after a successor is named. Before joining the organization, he served for 10 years in Washington, D.C. as deputy assistant secretary of public affairs under HUD Secretary Jack Kemp.

Lilly Endowment Inc. has named Tysha Hardy-Sellers (pictured) program director in education and Anne Laker (pictured) program director in community development. Since 2008, Hardy-Sellers has served as president and chief executive officer of Edna Martin Christian Center in Indianapolis.  

The United Way of Whitewater Valley in Richmond has named Centerville resident Tamara Brinkman as its president. Brinkman formerly worked for SONY Pictures where she led teams managing television series for global distribution. She also served as a volunteer assistant for the Lincoln High school girl's tennis team.  

United Way of Central Indiana has chosen Anne Penny Valentine as vice president of government relations. She most recently served as assistant vice president of workforce partnerships for Ivy Tech Community College. Penny Valentine has held numerous positions in the nonprofit and public sector, including former vice president of the Arts Council of Indianapolis and legislative director for the Office of Governor Mitch Daniels.  

AgriNovus Indiana has named Tami Neighbors field atlas, a career exploration website for students to discover innovative careers in the agbiosciences. She previously served as executive director of FFA programs for Indiana. Neighbors graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor of science in agricultural education.

The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership has named Connie Bond Stuart chair of its board of directors. She has served as PNC regional president of Central and Southern Indiana since 2011. Bond Stuart is past chair and current executive committee member of the board of the United Way of Central Indiana. She is also immediate past chair and current member of the executive committee and the board of the Indy Chamber of Commerce.  

United Way of Central Indiana has named MeChelle Callen chief talent and culture officer.  She most recently served as vice president of organizational development at FORUM Credit Union. Callen was recently selected to serve on the University of Indianapolis’s advisory board for its human resource development & administration program. She is also a past board member of the Diversity Roundtable of Central Indiana.

Fort Wayne-based Questa Education Foundation is seeking a new executive director. Marc Levy, who currently holds the position, has announced his retirement, effective June 2020. The Questa Education works to increase access to post-secondary education alternatives, completion with less debt and retention of talent in northeast Indiana.   

Huntington-based nonprofit Pathfinder Services has hired Robert Maina as desk top administrator in IT services and Bret Seslar (pictured) as staff and production manager in outsource manufacturing. Maina has a decade of experience in IT and previously worked as a direct service provider at Benchmark Human Services. He will focus on proactive management and monitoring of end user devices. 

Indianapolis-based nonprofit Foster Success has promoted Maggie Stevens to President and Chief Executive Officer. Stevens previously served as the organization’s Chief Operating Officer. She holds degrees from the University of Cincinnati, University of Charleston and Saint Louis University. 

Starfish Initiative has named Kimberly Bostic president and chief executive officer. She previously served as Tocqueville Society director for the United Way of Central Indiana. 

Newly-formed CDFI Friendly Bloomington has hired its inaugural executive director. Brian Payne previously served as assistant director of the Economic and Sustainable Development Department for the city of Bloomington. Following a nationwide search, CDFI Friendly Bloomington’s hiring committee interviewed several candidates and selected Payne in July.  I 

The Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation in Indianapolis has hired Emilyn Whitesell as director of learning and evaluation. She previously worked at Mathematica, where she directed projects and led research and evaluation tasks for federal, nonprofit and foundation clients. Whitesell is also a former Indianapolis Public Schools teacher and Teach For America corps member.   

CHAMP Camp in Indianapolis has hired Brittany Sichting as assistant director. She has over 12 years of experience, including working for the Damien Center, Step Up Inc., AmeriCorps and the Indiana State Department of Health. Sichting also works as an adjunct faculty member in the University of Indianapolis’ Sociology Department. 

The American Red Cross has named Britt Sutton executive director for the central Indiana chapter. She most recently served as associate director of the Hall Center for Law and Health at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. She has also worked as an applied behavioral analysis therapist for children with autism spectrum disorders.

Indianapolis-based Mapleton Fall Creek Development Corp.Chief Executive Officer Leigh Riley Evans has announced she is stepping down from the organization. She will remain in her current role and continue in a project management capacity through the end of November to ensure a smooth transition. Evans has served as CEO since 2011.

Project Home Indy has named Hope Hampton executive director. The organization serves teen mothers and their children on the path to self-sufficiency. Hampton previously served as executive director for the Indiana Neighborhood Resource Center.  

The Eskenazi Health Foundation has named William Farkas vice president of major gifts. He most recently served as chief operating officer of Lambda Chi Alpha International Fraternity. Prior to that, Farkas served in various executive fundraising positions at Butler University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Western Washington University. He is a graduate of Butler University.

Power House Youth Center in New Haven has named Jonah Crismore executive director. He has served other nonprofit organizations in leadership roles, such as at the Embassy Theatre and Fort Wayne Cinema Center, where he was executive director from 2012-2017.

The Indiana Sports Corp has named Patrick Talty (pictured) chief operating officer and Heather O'Brien (pictured) ticket sales and event coordinator. Talty has more than 20 years of experience in the event and venue management industry and most recently served as general manager of U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. O'Brien previously served at adidas as a brand support specialist.

The Indy Chamber has hired strategic planning expert and community leader Stacy Payne Miller as the Executive Director of Anchor Institution Strategies. She most recently served as chief operating officer at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Indiana. Prior to that, she served as chief operations officer at Reach For Youth, Inc.

The Indiana Barn Foundation has elected Kent Yeager president. He has served on the board since it was founded in 2014. The foundation is a nonprofit seeking to restore local Hoosier barns for education, culture and aesthetic value.

The Mind Trust in Indianapolis has hired Paula Glover as manager of school support. In her previous roles, she worked across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions to deliver technical training and development programs related to communication, team building and management skills. Glover also manages the Youth and Family Resources ministry of The Way Church.  

The Terre Haute Boys and Girls Club Board of Directors has named Trent Miles chief executive officer. He has a longstanding football coaching career at the collegiate and professional levels. Most recently Miles served as an assistant offensive coach for the Philadelphia Eagles and was a part of the Super Bowl LII Championship staff. He also served as the head coach for the Georgia State University and Indiana State University football programs.

The Community Health Network Foundation has promoted Rob Baker to vice president of foundation operations. He most recently served as executive director of finance. Baker joined the organization in 2016 and received his bachelor of arts degree from Purdue University and law degree from Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis. Also, Ryan Chelli has been promoted to vice president of donor relations.  

Aspire Indiana/Aspire Indiana Health has hired Lyndsey White as director of addictions services. She will oversee the organization's substance use disorder programs in Hamilton, Boone, Madison and Marion counties. White most recently worked as an independent consultant.  

The Shipshewana Retail Merchants Association has appointed David Traylor as interim director until a permanent replacement for the position can be made. He replaces Laurie Sherck who is stepping down. Traylor is co-owner of the Ole Tin Rooster and the INN Shipshewana.

Passages in Columbia City has hired Amy Johns as development manager. She most recently worked freelance as project manager and digital strategist for Caylor Solutions in Huntington. She has more more than 15 years of marketing and sales experience.   

IU Ventures has named Katherine Moynihan associate vice president to attract and provide financial investments for university-related startups and technologies. She previously served as senior technology manager and acting director at the Indiana University innovation and commercialization office.

The Milk Bank in Indianapolis has announced executive director Janice O’Rourke will retire in December after 12 years of service. Before joining The Milk Bank, she served more than 11 years in public service at Arkansas Department of Health and Indiana State Department of Health. She received her Bachelor of Science in dietetics from Bowling Green State University and Master of Public Affairs from IUPUI.

The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra has promoted Kimberly Bredemeier to executive director. She has served as acting executive director since December of 2018. Prior to that, Bredemeier served as director of operations for 15 seasons. She received her bachelor of science in music management from the University of Evansville.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis has named Katherine Mathena chief information officer. She most recently oversaw several IT divisions of Indiana University Health. Mathena has more than 35 years of managerial and executive experience in clinical information systems and in acute and ambulatory operations.

The Indiana Hospital Association has promoted Laura McCaffrey (pictured) senior director of government relations and advocacy. She previously served as director of legislative relations.  Also, Trent Fox (pictured) has been hired as senior director of public policy and legislative relations. He most recently served as chief of staff for the Indiana State Department of Health commissioner.

Downtown Indy, Inc. has named Benjamim Eduardo research manager. Eduardo completed his master's degree in applied economics in May from IUPUI. He moved to Indy from Luanda, Angola, Africa in 2013. Also, Allison Troutner has been named executive assistant. She most recently served at Orchard School as an assistant to the Early Childhood and Elementary School.  

Run Hard, Rest Well in Albion has named Stacey Dumbacher director of programs. She most recently served as program manager for Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana.

The Mind Trust in Indianapolis has hired Lauren Peterson as senior director of community engagement. She most recently served three years as manager of community outreach and engagement with Enroll Indy. Prior to that, Peterson worked in community outreach roles at the GEO Foundation, Education Plus Services and the George and Veronica Phalen Leadership Academies. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Marian University.

Music for All in Indianapolis has appointed Robin Clendening as the vice president and chief financial officer. She most recently served as manager of financial operations and system lab services at IU Health. Clendening holds a degree in business and accounting from Indiana University. 

Central Indiana Boy Scouts of America and the Crossroads of America Council have named Spencer Brink Workforce Readiness Director. The newly-created position will focus on encouraging Hoosier youth to explore careers in STEM.

Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana has named Wende Burbridge director of development. She previously served as vice president of development for Lakeshore Public Media in Merrillville. 

The Damien Center has hired Stephen McCoy as Chief Donor Relations Officer. McCoy will lead the planning and implementation of fundraising and communications efforts. He previously worked for the Indianapolis Children's Choir as senior director of marketing, development and alumni relations. McCoy holds degrees from IU and IUPUI. 

Gennesaret Free Clinics in Indianapolis has announced Rebecca Seifert will retire at the end of the year. She has lead the organization for 24 years and served as its first executive director.  

The Youth Opportunity Center in Muncie has hired Melissa Stayton as controller. She spent the past fourteen years working in various roles and director positions for Aspire Indiana in Noblesville. Stayton holds a B.S. in graphic arts management from Ball State University and a MBA with accounting specialization from Indiana Wesleyan University. 

The Mind Trust in Indianapolis has announced Steven Jones and Leigh Ann Pusey have joined its board of directors. Jones currently serves as dean for professional development and director of the Malcolm X Institute for Black Studies at Wabash College. Prior to that, he worked for Indiana University Health for more than 20 years in various leadership roles.  

Damar Services has named Shawn Collinsworth vice president of major gifts. He previously served as president and chief executive officer for the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township in Indianapolis. 

Central Indiana Community Foundation has named Leroy Robinson (pictured) the foundation's first director of major gifts and Robin Elmerick as not-for-profit sustainability officer. He previously served as the director of family and community engagement for the Indiana Department of Education.  

Keep Indianapolis Beautiful has appointed Jeremy Kranowitz as president and chief operating officer. He previously founded and managed FurtherwithFood.org, where he built a public-private partnership among government agencies, major trade associations and environmental and hunger-relief nonprofits to collaborate and share their resources to combat food loss and waste.  

When Gary Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson leaves office at the end of the year, she’ll be starting her next career in Chicago as head of the Chicago Urban League. Freeman-Wilson will assume the role of president and chief executive officer for the organization in January. 

Junior Achievement of Greater Lafayette has named Jen Edwards executive director. She most recently served in business development at the Russell Company in Lafayette. Edwards received a Bachelor of Liberal Arts from Indiana University.

The American Red Cross has appointed Jeff Imel as Indiana region service to the armed forces and international services manager. He serves as founder and owner of First Five First Aid and is also an emergency medical services educator and author.

The Mind Trust in Indianapolis has hired Kateri Whitley as director of communications. She most recently served as director of marketing and alumni outreach at Providence Cristo Rey High School. Whitley holds a B.A. in Public Relations from Xavier University.  

The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce has named Renea Salyer executive director. She most recently served as project coordinator for Kosciusko Cares Youth Services. Salyer has also worked for the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce as vice president of member relations.

Project Lead The Way in Indianapolis has named Brandi Davis-Handy senior vice president and chief marketing and communications officer. She most recently served as vice president overseeing enterprise communications at OneAmerica Financial Partners. Davis-Handy has also led communications teams at AES United States, Indianapolis Power & Light Company and the American Cancer Society. 

The Indiana Conference for Women has named Pamela Dyar executive director. She previously served as advancement director of the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre in Indianapolis. Prior to that, Dyar she spent six seasons serving as director of development at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre in Jupiter, Florida.  

The Wayne County Foundation has announced that current Executive Director Steve Borchers will step down at the end of the year. He has served the organization since 2005.  Board Chair Amy Noe Dudas is set to lead a search committee for his successor. The foundation says information about the search process and the requirements of the position will be posted on its website in the coming weeks.  

Conexus Indiana has promoted Bryce Carpenter to vice president of industry engagement. He joined the company three years ago as director of industry engagement. Prior to that, Carpenter spent over 10 years in business development, fundraising, marketing and communications. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Centre College in Danville, Kentucky where he majored in government.

The American Legion has elected Allen Connelly Indiana state commander. He currently serves as post service officer as well as Hoosier Boys State and flag education chairman. Connelly is a 49-year member of LaGrange American Legion Post 215 in the fourth district where he has served in most all offices at the post level, including post commander in 1999-2000. 

American Dairy Association Indiana has named Meg Magsamen youth wellness program manager. She formerly served 14 years at the Indianapolis Zoo as special events & advertising manager. Prior to her time at the zoo, Magsamen spent several years at Walker Information as a project manager overseeing both national and international research programs. She is a graduate of Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business with a major in marketing.

The GCC Foundation has selected Keith Carlson as executive director. He previously served 19 years as Pastor of Outreach and Multiplication at Grace Church. 

Indiana Sports Corp has added Connor O’Malia as a graphic design specialist. He previously served as senior designer at Section 127 in Indianapolis, where he worked on many projects that received national attention for the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.  

The Julian Center has announced Chief Executive Officer Catherine O’Connor plans to retire at the end of this year. She has served in this role since March 2014. The organization serves survivors of domestic and sexual violence. The board of directors has formed a search committee to help find O'Connor's replacement.

The Indiana Innovation Institute has named Stephen Kelly president and CEO. He most recently served as principal for Sugar River Technology Associates in Burlington, Vt.  Kelly also spent more than 25 years in various roles at Battelle, a research and development organization in Columbus, Ohio. While there, he served as corporate vice president and president of contract research.

Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis has named Leslie Scott chief development officer. She most recently served in fund development for the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana. Scott also served as development director at the American Diabetes Association in the greater Southfield, Michigan area. She holds a Bachelor’s in Journalism from Wayne State University and a Master’s in Public Administration from the Illinois Institute of Technology. 

The Indiana Philanthropy Alliance had added Holly M. Davis as its new Vice President of Public Affairs and Strategic Programs. Davis previously served as Executive Director of the Center for Women and Democracy and as Commissioner on the Marion County Alcoholic Beverage Commission. Davis holds degrees from Indiana University and Yale University. 

The Indiana Region of the American Red Cross has promoted Leslie Montgomery to regional disaster officer in Indiana. She has served the organization since 2014 and is currently the senior disaster program manager for the Michigan region. Montgomery is credited with developing disaster action team standards and procedures.

The Purdue Research Foundation has promoted Paul Moses to assistant vice president of Purdue Research Parks and Business Development. He most recently served as director of business and economic development, where he attracted multiple new companies to the state including Inari, Solinftec and Saab. In his new role, Moses will lead management of the five Purdue Research Parks across the state of Indiana. 

Santhana Naidu has been named 2019-20 district governor for Rotary International’s Southern Indiana District 6580. Naidu is the associate vice president and chief marketing officer at Indiana State University. In his new role, he will serve as liaison between Rotary International and the 32 clubs of Rotary’s Southern Indiana District.  

The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership has named Melissa Roberts its new director of engagement. She most recently served as chief of staff at Energy Systems Network. Roberts earned a B.A in Psychology and Spanish from Vanderbilt University.  

Kristin Craig has started her role as Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce president. She is the first woman to ever lead the organization. Under Craig’s leadership as vice president, new community-wide initiatives were formed including West Central 2025 and work to establish West Central Indiana as a 21st Century Talent Region. She has been with the chamber since 2002.

The Mind Trust has chosen Ashley Virden as education entrepreneur fellow. She co-founded Dubarry Determined, a neighborhood association that mobilized community members to get involved in a proactive manner. Virden also served as co-president of the Far Eastside Community Council and currently is co-chair of advocacy for the Indianapolis Urban League’s young professionals organization, The Exchange.

CareSource has named Devon Valencia chief information officer. She most recently served in various roles at Blue Shield of California.

The Indiana Manufacturers Association has promoted Malika Butler to assistant vice president of governmental affairs. She has served the past year as government affairs & communications specialist.

Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana has announced Cindy Graham, vice president of marketing, will retire at the end of the year. She has served in that capacity since 1996. Prior to that, Graham operated her own full-service agency.

The Domestic Violence Network has named Joseph Myers youth program coordinator. He most recently worked with Teach for America in both Indianapolis and on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation in Todd County, S.D. Myers received his BA in English from Manchester University.

The Fort Wayne Catholic Diocese has appointed Jennifer Simerman as secretary for communications. She most recently served as marketing director for Commonwealth Engineers. Simerman has more than 15 years of experience in the fields of marketing, communications, multimedia and public relations for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

Music for All has announced David Schlenk as annual fund manager. He most recently worked at St. Richard's Episcopal School in a development role where he was responsible for assisting with data management, annual giving, strategic communications, technology and capital campaign strategies. Schlenk holds a degree from Butler University where he earned a Bachelor of Science, Arts Administration and Music degree.

Indiana Humanities has hired Kristen Gandenberger as communications coordinator. Gandenberger is a former intern at Indiana Humanities and represented the organization at public events and contributed online. She will be focusing on creating communication materials related to the organization's library initiatives. She holds a degree from the University of Indianapolis. 

Indianapolis-based Timmy Global Health has selected Nick Reich as executive director. Reich most recently served as vice president of strategic partnerships for RecycleForce in Indy. Timmy is a nonprofit that aims to expand access to healthcare and "empower students and volunteers to tackle today’s most pressing global health challenges," according to its website. 

The Kendallville Area Chamber of Commerce has hired Kristen Johnson as director. She previously worked for Drug Free Noble County and United Way of Noble County.  

The United Way of Central Indiana has named Nate Lichti senior director of the basic needs fund. He previously served as a consultant for nonprofit organizations with IFF, a regional community development financial institution.  

Women, Food and Agriculture Network has named Sherri Dugger executive director. She has worked extensively with family farmers as a journalist, fundraiser, advocate and strategic planner. Dugger founded the first women’s farmer chapter under the Indiana Farmers Union umbrella, a first in National Farmers Union history. 

The Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance has hired Elizabeth Kerns as manager of the Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce. She previously acted as director of local chamber relations and events for the Illinois Chamber of Commerce and as president of the Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

AgriNovus has hired Melissa Rekeweg as senior director of talent. She has previously served in multiple roles with the IN Department of Education as the Indiana FFA executive director and the director of secondary career and technical education. Melissa was also the deputy director of the IN Department of Agriculture.

The Nature Conservancy's Indiana Chapter has promoted Larry Clemens to director. He joined the organization more than 26 years ago, playing a key role in developing and expanding its freshwater program that began along Fish Creek in Steuben and DeKalb Counties. For the past five years, Clemens has been TNC's director of its North America agriculture program, overseeing its groundbreaking soil health and nutrient strategies. 

The Fort Wayne Trails Board of Directors has named Megan McClellan executive director of the organization. McClellan, who previously served as executive director for trails at the Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation, will step into the new role June 3.   

Central Indiana Community Foundation has appointed LaTasha Sturdivant (pictured) and Guadalupe Pimentel Solano to join its community leadership and effective philanthropy team. She most recently served as director of community initiatives for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.  

Amy Levander has been named executive director of Hoosier Women Forward. She is executive director of governmental affairs and chair of Krieg DeVault’s governmental affairs and public advocacy practice. Formed in January 2018, Hoosier Women Forward is a political and civic leadership training program designed to empower Democratic women to become more active participants in politics and leaders in their communities.

United Way of Central Indiana has named Peter Hanscom vice president of marketing. He is currently president of Left Done Right Consulting and previously served as campaign manager for U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly. Hanscom will work to expand and strengthen the United Way presence in Marion, Morgan, Hamilton, Boone, Hendricks and Hancock counties.

The International Center has hired Leslie Erlenbaugh (pictured) as international visitors program manager. She most recently served as the organization's academic advisor. The Center also added Carola Thomas (pictured) and Rosa Agatino as relocation specialists. Thomas has experience as a realtor and property manager. Agatino most recently worked with the International School of Indiana.

Indianapolis Cultural Trail has named Ethan Hochstein its first horticulture manager. He most recently served as inside sales representative at Monrovia Plants in Dayton, Oregon.

Strada Education Network has named Amy Dunham senior vice president of marketing and communications and Danny Lopez senior vice president and chief of staff. Dunham is currently serving as managing director of strategic communications for the NCAA. Lopez has spent the last two years serving as deputy chief of staff to Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb.

Evansville Goodwill Industries, Inc. has promoted Connie Ralph to serve as president and chief executive officer. Ralph has worked for the organization for 27 years in various positions. She holds a master's degree from Southern Illinois University and completed the Executive Development Program through Goodwill Industries International. 

United Way of Central Indiana has appointed Alan Bacon as senior director of the social innovation fund, which is part of the organization's impact team. He most recently served as director of education at iLab.

Indiana Sports Corp has added Sarah Myer as director of marketing and public relations. She has spent the last eight years at the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. Myer will be one of the leaders responsible for marketing, communications and brand management for Indiana Sports Corp. She most recently served as the vice president of marketing at the ISO.  

Bosma Enterprises has added Jay Geshay as its new Chief Strategy Officer. Geshay will be an active participant in making strategic decisions for Bosma Enterprises and the Bosma Visionary Opportunities Foundation, and will be responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives for our company. He previously was director of Impact Indiana and was also a Senior Vice President at United Way of Central Indiana. 

Conexus Indiana announced Mitch Landess as senior director of Industry 4.0. He joins the organization after 17 years at Rose-Hulman Ventures. 

TeenWorks has chosen Nick Duvall as its incoming chief executive officer. Duvall brings more than 11 years of experience in program and campaign management, fundraising and strategic communications to the organization, which empowers teens in Indianapolis and Muncie to achieve excellence in college, career and community. He most recently served Little Red Door Cancer Agency as chief advancement officer overseeing annual fundraising efforts. 

Lumina Foundation has chosen Corning, Inc. Executive Vice President Christine M. Pambianchi to serve on its board of directors. Pambianchi joined Corning in 2000 as division human resources manager. She was promoted to her current role in 2018.

Beyond Monumental, the 501(c)3 non-profit responsible for the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, has promoted Casey Collins to Director of Operations & Community Outreach. Collins has worked for the organization since 2012, when he began as community outreach coordinator, before being promoted to community outreach manager. 

CHAMP Camp, a local non-profit dedicated to providing a traditional summer camp experience for children with tracheostomies and those requiring respiratory assistance, has added a new lead physician and pair of board members ahead of this summer’s “Out of This World” CHAMP Camp 2019. Amanda Parker is re-joining the Board of Directors. She is owner and president of Collective Alternative. Francisco Angulo-Parker is a new lead physician. 

Kiwanis International has hired Ginger Fontan as director of operations. Fontan has over 30 years experience in human resources management for the international volunteer service organization headquartered in Indianapolis. She most recently served as regional director of operations for the Center for Vein Restoration in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan. Fontan also served as human resources director for Decatur Vein Clinic. 

The Indy Chamber has hired veteran sales executive Ross Raifsnider to bolster its efforts in membership growth and engagement as the vice president of Membership Sales for the organization. Raifsnider will lead a team dedicated to connecting employers of the Indianapolis Region to the resources they need to be successful through a network of nearly 2,000 member businesses and organizations.

Indianapolis-based CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions has announced Chief Executive Officer Orion Bell will resign effective April 12. Bell has accepted the position of president and CEO of the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging in Cleveland.  Bell's tenure has seen the annual budget double, and he says that serving as CEO of CICOA has been a high point in his career.

Trinity Haven has named Jenni White executive director. She most recently served as vice president of mission impact at Coburn Place. White has also worked in various capacities with the Damien Center and Leadership Evansville. She is active with the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence and the Indianapolis Continuum of Care.

The Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation, Inc. has hired Kami Spicklemire to its staff to help support the work of the Foundation across its three focus areas: Education, Health and the Vitality of Indianapolis.  Spicklemire will work as director of communications and will implement comprehensive communications and outreach strategy. She previously worked at the The Education Trust and the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C. 

Hamilton County Community Foundation has appointed Megan Meyer coordinator. Mackenzie Poole (pictured) has been promoted to community leadership officer. Also, Heather Woock (pictured) has been named effective philanthropy officer.

IndyHumane has added three staff members to its development team. Amy Tobias is the first-ever chief development officer. Tobias has 20 years experience in nonprofit development, fundraising and staff management. She most recently served as vice president of development for Planned Parenthood. 

The Mind Trust has hired Sara Marshall as Senior Director of Talent. Marshall will ensure Indianapolis schools have access to implement strategies to recruit and retain teachers and leaders. She will also oversee work with Relay Graduate School of Education, and the development of Relay's Teaching Residency program. 

The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce has named Kristin Craig the new Chamber of Commerce President, effective July 1. Craig will become the first woman to be named president in the organization's 106-year history. She had previously served as the organization's vice president. Craig has worked win various capacities for the Chamber since 2002. She holds a bachelor's and a master's degree from Saint-Mary-of-the-Woods College.

Nine13sports has promoted current Business Development Director Nathan Smurdon, to chief partnership and strategy officer. He has been with the company for two years in his current role. Smurdon will continue to focus on business development and will also work with the board of directors in his new role. Smurdon previously worked for Visit Indy in various capacities.

United Way of Central Indiana has named Greg Fennig chief marketing, communications and community relations officer. He is no stranger to community impact, as he brings more than 25 years of experience in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Fennig most recently served as vice president of public affairs for Indianapolis Power & Light Co. and prior to that, president and chief executive officer of Keep Indianapolis Beautiful.

The Vincennes University Foundation has added Robert Seabrook as a data analyst. He previously served as office manager for Weston’s Lawn Equipment, as a help desk specialist with the AME Group, as IS technician/help desk coordinator for Beaufort Memorial Hospital, and as a software technician with Hilton Head High School.

USA Gymnastics has appointed Li Li Leung president and chief executive officer. She most recently served as a vice president at the National Basketball Association, where she was responsible for managing partnerships across the globe. Leung also worked with USA Basketball, which is the sport's governing body.

The president and chief executive officer of Evansville Goodwill Industries Inc. has announced his retirement. Our partners at WEHT-TV report Walter Koch will step down March 15 and be succeeded by Connie Ralph, who currently serves as vice president of human services for the organization. Koch is just the fifth president of Evansville Goodwill since its inception in 1935, according to the station.

The Arts Council of Indianapolis has appointed Julie Goodman president and chief executive officer. She most recently served as senior vice president of marketing communications for the Indianapolis-based national nonprofit Strada Education Network. Goodman brings more than two decades of nonprofit, arts management, philanthropic, and corporate leadership experience to ACI.

James Powell Budden has joined The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis as program manager and compliance coordinator. In his new role, he will work closely with grantees to ensure they meet goals and objectives related to the foundation’s funding support. Budden has worked with aging populations, special needs individuals, and people living with HIV and AIDS.

Eleven Fifty Academy has added Megan Bearry chief financial officer. She has more than 10 years experience in accounting and finance. Bearry previously served as director of finance for ClearObject. Also, Kelly Karrmann has been named director of marketing. She has worked for Delta Faucet Co. as a digital experience designer and is founder of Throwback Threads Clothing Co.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis has hired Avachino Reeves as director of development and marketing. He most recently served as public relations account supervisor at Brandy Carroll Hellige, where he oversaw public relations, media relations, social media and brand management for McDonald’s. Reeves also previously worked at Front Street: Advertising, Branding and Consulting.

Chris Martz has been promoted to director of membership and education at Kiwanis International. He has worked for the organization for 10 years in various roles supporting communications, membership, innovation and collegiate programming. For the past 19 years, Martz has worked in the nonprofit world, predominately in the areas of communication and management. He joined the Kiwanis staff in January 2010.

Indianapolis-based Bosma Enterprises has selected Master Sgt. (Ret.) Jeffrey Mittman as its next chief executive officer. Mittman, who currently serves as chief operating officer of the organization, will begin his new role in August and become the first CEO in the organization's 100-year history who is blind. Mittman lost his vision while on active military duty for the U.S. Army in Iraq.

The Community Investment Fund of Indiana has appointed Philip McCandies regional business development officer in Lake County. He is a PhD. candidate at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. McCandies is a graduate of the College of Charleston, South Carolina and is a former professional basketball player in Europe.