Barbara Lacker-Ware has been selected as Woodstock Institute’s Director of Development and will begin her new role on July 1, 2021. Based in Chicago, the organization was founded in 1973. Woodstock Institute initially focused on conducting research, training, and education about public and private policy alternatives that would diminish discriminatory housing and investment patterns in the Chicago metropolitan area.  

Woodstock Institute’s current mission is to “create a just financial system in which lower-wealth persons and communities and people and communities of color can achieve economic security and community prosperity.” Their team is working to create an economy where everyone has access to the resources and the financial services they need to flourish and succeed, both locally and nationally. 

Core to Barbara’s value system is Woodstock Institute’s focus on economic security and racial equity, which have been a constant thread through her career to date including her most recent role at La Casa Norte. She has also served as a grant writer for organizations such as St. Ann’s Community, Take Back the Land, Young Women’s College Prep Charter School, and YWCA of Rochester & Monroe County (NY). 

KEES (formerly Alford Executive Search) is a nonprofit executive search firm that builds diverse teams and dynamic leaders in the nonprofit and public entity sectors. A woman owned and operated firm, KEES offers a full array of nonprofit consulting services including executive search, leadership development, interim staffing, and HR support. For more information, please visit www.kees2success.com.

KEES supported this role through our Search Assistance service and was delighted to be Woodstock Institute’s partner of choice. 

To learn more about KEES, visit us at www.kees2success.com.

To learn more about Woodstock Institute, visit at www.woodstockinst.org.

Heifer International, a global development organization that works with local communities to end hunger and poverty in a sustainable way, has hired Michelle Cangelosi as its next Vice President of Transformational Philanthropy.  

For the past 17 years, Michelle Cangelosi’s career has focused on working to improve livelihoods and communities around the world. Cangelosi most recently served as Senior Director for Partnerships at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, where she forged financial and programmatic partnerships to support a premier international program, the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs. Cangelosi previously held executive leadership roles at Rotary International, the Peace Corps, Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, and WaterSHED Asia. She has a BS in Zoology and MS in Environmental Engineering Sciences, both from the University of Florida.

“My desire to help people and to make sure they have the tools and support they need to bring about change in their families and communities has shaped my personal giving and career. I have spent the majority of my professional life starting or revitalizing programs to mobilize resources in support of people around the world and am excited to be joining Heifer International to advance the important global mission of this renowned organization.”

-Michelle Cangelosi

Heifer International first retained KEES, a national executive search firm for nonprofits, as its executive search partner in June 2018. KEES has partnered with Heifer International on eight searches over the last three years, helping to build and strengthen its philanthropy team. In addition to placing Cangelosi as Vice President of Transformational Philanthropy, KEES has placed six Directors of Philanthropy and a Senior Director, Global Foundation Partnerships.

“At Heifer International, we know the transformative impact philanthropy can have as a catalyst for long-lasting change. With global hunger on the rise fueled by the global pandemic, smallholder farmers need our support, now more than ever. We’re thrilled to welcome Michelle to the team and look forward to working with her on our shared mission to end global hunger and poverty.”

-Hilary Haddigan, Chief of Mission Effectiveness, Heifer International

KEES (formerly Alford Executive Search) is a nonprofit executive search firm that buildsdiverse teams and dynamic leaders in the nonprofit and public entity sectors. A woman owned and operated firm, KEES offers a full array of nonprofit consulting services including executive search, leadership development, interim staffing, and HR support. For more information, please visit www.kees2success.com.

For 76 years, Heifer International has worked with more than 36 million people around the world to end hunger and poverty in a sustainable way. Working with rural communities in 21 countries in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, including the United States, Heifer International supports farmers and local food producers to strengthen local economies and build secure livelihoods that provide a living income. For information, visit https://www.heifer.org.

The United Way of Will County has unanimously approved hiring Kamala Martinez as its next President & CEO.  

Martinez steps into the new role after three years as CEO of KidsMatter Foundation (Naperville), a community-wide organization with a prevention-focused health strategy to combat teenage destructive behaviors. She also has more than 25 years of private sector corporate experience, including serving as the Executive Director of the RR Donnelley Foundation from 2008-2017 as well as holding other positions within the Donnelley organization.

“I’ve had the privilege of being a part of some amazing organizations throughout my career. On May 17, a new chapter begins with United Way of Will County and I couldn’t be more excited! I look forward to strengthening United Way partnerships going forward for the benefit of the communities we serve.”

-Kamala Martinez

An active and engaged community leader, Martinez has served many nonprofit boards, including Vice President for the Executive Board of Directors at Naperville Cable Television 17, Indian Prairie Education Foundation Board of Directors, Hispanic Alliance for Career Achievement (HACE) Board of Trustees, and the Art Institute of Chicago’s Corporate Committee. She was the City of Naperville Chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission and served in several roles for Wheatland Township.

Martinez received a BA in Communications and Broadcasting from the University of Iowa. She and her family have been residents of Will County since 1996. She has been active in her church with the children’s ministry, served on the Finance Leadership Board and the PTA, and is an advocate for children’s causes and a proponent of empowering women and promoting diversity. 

Martinez replaces Mike Hennessy, who retired as President & CEO of United Way of Will County last year after 31 years of leadership. She will officially start with United Way on May 17, 2021.

“We are very proud of the great work United Way has done for generations on behalf of Will County, but we recognize that the world supports charitable giving now in significantly different ways. We needed a leader and experienced change agent who can help us function more effectively in that ‘new world’, redefine our agency and refocus our work so we can best serve our entire community. Kamala Martinez is that leader, and we are excited for the future of United Way.”

-United Way Board President Tom Hernandez

United Way of Will County’s Board of Directors retained KEES (formerly Alford Executive Search) as its executive search partner in October 2020. A comprehensive search produced almost 90 highly qualified candidates with significant experience helping legacy agencies work more effectively in the more modern philanthropic world.

KEES is a nonprofit executive search firm that buildsdiverse teams and dynamic leaders in the nonprofit and public entity sectors. A woman owned and operated firm, KEES offers a full array of nonprofit consulting services including executive search, leadership development, interim staffing, and HR support. For more information, please visit www.kees2success.com.

Will County, located southwest of Chicago, is Illinois’ fourth largest county (850 square miles) and home to a vibrant and diverse population that is one of the nation’s fastest growing counties. United Way of Will County partners and supports Will County’s 30+ communities and resources to empower people and create positive, sustainable change. For more information about United Way of Will County, please visit www.uwwill.org.

The Board of Directors of The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts has retained KEES, an executive search firm for nonprofits, as its partner in the search for an experienced and accomplished Executive Director.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated business acumen and a passion for the arts and embody that passion when sharing the story of The Acorn with key stakeholders. Forward-looking and innovative, this individual will bring a fresh perspective to attract new audiences with diverse offerings. With strong interpersonal and communication skills, this executive will be comfortable engaging with a variety of people. The Executive Director will leverage The Acorn’s networks and establish new partnerships to obtain support and achieve results.

For more information on the Executive Director position at The Acorn, please read the full Opportunity Guide here: http://bit.ly/Acorn-ED

The Acorn is the creative and performing arts epicenter of Harbor Country. Located in Three Oaks, Michigan, it draws audiences from Chicago, northern Indiana, and southwest Michigan. The Acorn curates, highlights, and supports local talent while also welcoming renowned performers. Every performance year is filled with a breadth of diverse programming that ensures no two events are alike. In 2021, planning is underway to offer traditional performances, when conditions are safe, and blend in new ways of promoting innovative material and arts programming. To learn more about The Acorn, please visit http://www.acornlive.org.

KEES (formerly Alford Executive Search) is a nonprofit executive search firm that builds diverse teams and dynamic leaders. A woman owned and operated firm, KEES offers a full array of nonprofit consulting services including executive search, leadership development, interim staffing, and HR support. For more information, please visit www.kees2success.com.

The Board of Directors of United Way of Will County (UWWC) has retained KEES, an executive search firm for nonprofits, as its partner in the search for a new President & CEO.

United Way of Will County is seeking a visionary and strategic executive as its next President & CEO. The new executive will succeed Mike Hennessy, who recently retired after leading United Way for 31 years. The organization is poised to envision, design, and pursue a new strategic plan to ensure United Way is prepared to meet the evolving and diversified needs of Will County in dynamic and innovative ways. Working closely with and reporting to a passionate Board of Directors, the President & CEO will address both long- and short-term goals set by the Board and lead a team of four professionals. The successful candidate will be a passionate leader with demonstrated knowledge of Will County and its unique challenges and opportunities.

For more information on the President & CEO position at United Way of Will County, please read the full Opportunity Guide here: https://bit.ly/UWWC-PCEO

Will County, located southwest of Chicago, is Illinois’ fourth largest county (850 square miles) and home to a vibrant and diverse population that is one of the nation’s fastest growing counties. United Way of Will County partners Will County’s 30+ communities and resources to empower people and create positive, sustainable change. For more information, please visit www.uwwill.org.

KEES (formerly Alford Executive Search) is a nonprofit executive search firm that builds diverse teams and dynamic leaders. A woman owned and operated firm, KEES offers a full array of nonprofit consulting services including executive search, leadership development, interim staffing, and HR support. For more information, please visit www.kees2success.com.

KEES’ executive search client partner United Methodist Communities, which provides senior residences and healthcare at 12 different sites across New Jersey, has hired Linda Hill as its next Vice President of Philanthropy.  

Linda Hill has over 15 years of philanthropy leadership experience, predominantly in the healthcare sector. Linda joins United Methodist Communities (UMC) after five years as Executive Director of the Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation, which is part of Hackensack Meridian Health. Previously, Linda spent eight years in various development roles at Penn Medicine, Princeton Medical Center, and three years as Director of Development at the Stuart Country Day School of The Sacred Heart.

Prior to her development career, Linda worked as a Clinical Pharmacist before launching and leading a medical communications company, WriteChoice Inc., for 15 years. Linda holds a Pharmacy Doctorate from the University of the Sciences in Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Rutgers University in New Jersey. She is involved with the local Association of Fundraising Professionals and volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties. She begins her new role as Vice President of Philanthropy at UMC on November 30, 2020.

“As a fundraiser, I have carefully chosen my career path to reflect organizations about which I could feel passionate because for me, that visceral connection to the organization I represent allows me to do my best work. United Methodist Communities is a marriage of career and passion for me, and I am delighted to have the opportunity to join the UMC team.”

-Linda Hill

United Methodist Communities leadership retained KEES as its executive search partner in July 2020. A comprehensive search was launched, and Linda Hill was ultimately selected from an impressive group of top finalists. Members of UMC’s Steering Group, including Nona Ostrove (Chair of the Board of Directors) and Grant G. Karsner (Chair of the Foundation Board of Trustees), are thanked for their involvement in the process.

“Linda brings a wealth of experience to United Methodist Communities and her commitment to her field was evident from the moment we met. Linda’s passion fits perfectly with UMC’s mission driven focus. I’m looking forward to Linda becoming part of the UMC family.”

-Larry Carlson, UMC President & CEO

KEES is a nonprofit executive search firm. Founded in 2013 as an expansion of Alford Executive Search, KEES provides executive search, leadership development, interim staffing, and HR services and support exclusively to nonprofits.

United Methodist Communities, headquartered in Neptune, NJ, is driven by principles of faith and its charitable mission to serve seniors of all faiths, backgrounds, and needs. UMC lives its mission daily: Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life.

Heifer International, an international development organization that works with communities to end hunger and poverty world-wide, has added Kari Hammett-Caster, Natasha Lewis-Oliver and Jaime Schilling to their philanthropy team.        

Kari Hammett-Caster (Director of Philanthropy – Pacific Northwest) is a fundraising professional with almost two decades of experience, much of it in international development. Kari comes to Heifer International from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound and previously held roles at Grameen Foundation and Unitus, Inc. Kari has a BA in Communication from Trinity Western University in Langley, British Colombia.

Natasha Lewis-Oliver (Director of Philanthropy – Mid-Atlantic) joins Heifer International from JDRF International, where she served as Executive Director of the Central Pennsylvania Chapter. Previously, she held development roles at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, the ACLU of Maryland, Chase Brexton Health Services, and the NAACP. Natasha holds a BS in History from Coppin State University.

Jaime Schilling (Director of Philanthropy – Northern California) first fell in love with international development when she served as a business advisor with the MBA Enterprise Corps on a community-based tourism development project in Calabar, Nigeria. Previous experience includes fundraising roles at Lutheran Community Services Northwest and the Thunderbird School of Global Management. Jaime holds an MBA in International Development and an Executive Certificate in Global Negotiations from Thunderbird, as well as dual BAs from Arizona State University.

Heifer International first retained KEES as its executive search partner in June 2018. Since then, KEES has partnered with Heifer on seven executive searches, helping to build and strengthen Heifer’s philanthropy team by placing six Directors of Philanthropy covering regions across the U.S. (including the three in this hiring announcement) and one Senior Director, Global Foundation Partnerships.

“I could not have been more pleased with the caliber and variety of talent assembled by the KEES team. The newest members to the philanthropy team will allow Heifer International to connect more closely with supporters and investors in our global partnership to end hunger and alleviate poverty.”

-Stephanie Brown, Vice President of Philanthropy, Heifer International

Heifer’s mission is to end hunger and poverty in a sustainable way by supporting and investing alongside local farmers and their communities. For over 75 years, Heifer International has provided livestock and environmentally sound agricultural training to improve the lives of those who struggle daily for reliable sources of food and income. Today, Heifer works in 21 countries to attain sustainable livelihoods through community-owned interventions and has provided more than 35 million families with the tools and training to lift themselves from poverty. For more information, please visit www.heifer.org.

KEES (Kistner Eddy Executive Services, Inc.) is an executive search firm that builds transformative nonprofit teams and leaders. Founded in 2013 as an expansion of Alford Executive Search, KEES partners exclusively with nonprofit organizations to provide an array of executive search, leadership development, interim staffing and HR services and support.

The DuPagePads’ Board of Directors is pleased to introduce April Redzic as the next President and CEO of DuPagePads. Dedicated to ending homelessness in DuPage County for 35 years, DuPagePads welcomes Redzic starting July 27, 2020, following the retirement of former President and CEO Carol Simler after 23 years of service and leadership.

Having worked for Chicagoland nonprofits in the housing sphere for close to 19 years, Redzic is eager to apply her strong leadership and relationship/partnership building experience as the next DuPagePads’ President and CEO. 

“A stable home environment is the cornerstone of everything for someone who is struggling with their life conditions. If you do not have an address, you cannot get a job. If you do not have a place to sleep, you cannot be rested for a job interview—or perform well in a classroom. If you do not know where you are going to sleep on a given night, it is hard to plan for the future. It all begins with having a room of one’s own and a safe personal space to live in. I applaud the successful work of DuPagePads for 35 years and look forward to charting the course for the next era of the agency.”

-April Redzic

April Redzic is an engaging leader and executive bringing a robust background in marketing, public relations, board engagement and funding diversification. Since 2011, Redzic has served the community working at Kids Above All (formerly known as ChildServ), a Chicago-based organization that works with more than 2,500 children and families annually to improve lives through comprehensive services in Cook, Lake, DuPage and Kane counties. She started at Kids Above All as Director of Marketing and Communications before assuming the role of Vice President, Resource Development in 2015. Her previous experience also includes Director roles at the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and Catholic Charities in Chicago.  

“April is a leader who approaches everything she does with joy, enthusiasm and strategy. As our region continues to face economic and health challenges, I am confident that April will lead DuPagePads toward providing greater solutions for reducing homelessness in DuPage County, and bring stability and independence to people battling housing crises.”

-Sean Garrett, President and CEO, United Way Metro Chicago

Bringing housing and stability to more families and individuals recovering from trauma is a cause that is near and dear to Redzic’s heart. Her experience founding a literacy program in a family shelter is what ultimately inspired her to make a lasting career in the nonprofit sector. Redzic holds a master’s degree in Nonprofit Administration from Notre Dame University – Mendoza College of Business and a Bachelor of Science from Loyola University Chicago.

In February 2020, DuPagePads’ Board of Directors retained KEES as its executive search partner. A comprehensive search was launched, attracting many candidates both locally and regionally. The Search Committee, led by former Board Chair Valerie Jungels (Real Estate Consultant) and current Board Chair Vickie Tabbert (Field Director, Illinois Association of School Administration), selected April Redzic from an outstanding group of top finalists. Special thanks to the entire search committee for their dedication and commitment: Ryan Bird (Vice President, Commercial Relationship Officer, Byline Bank), Laura Crawford (President & CEO, Chamber630), Bill Hassett (CEO, Dot.org Services), Greg Horejs (Principal, CAGE Civil Engineering), Kathryn Moore (Vice President of HR Business Partner & Global Rewards, Motorola Solutions) and Pamela Sharar-Stoppel (President & CEO, Wheaton Bank & Trust Company).

“The Board of Directors is excited to have April join us on our journey to end homelessness in DuPage County. DuPagePads has grown to be a solid, well-respected agency committed to its mission and focused on providing the support and services necessary to battle homelessness in DuPage County. April’s experiences, vision, and compassion resonated with the Search Committee and aligned with our mission and values. We believe that she is the right leader to move us forward and help the agency continue to grow and succeed.”

-Vickie Tabber, DuPagePads Board Chair

Redzic succeeds Carol Simler whose 23-year tenure elevated DuPagePads from providing seasonal shelter only to providing interim housing 365 nights a year, and from just managing homelessness to building an integrated model and system to end homelessness. DuPagePads has become an award-winning agency and flagship human service organization offering housing, coupled with support services and employment, for the citizens of DuPage County and addressing the changing needs of the homeless population countywide.

“April Redzic is a leader to watch. When I think of partnerships and collaboration, April is the leader that comes to mind. As her career has unfolded the past decade, she’s made relational and business decisions that have significantly grown the organizations she serves. She has been selective in her career search and DuPagePads will benefit immensely from the housing/homelessness thread of her life.”

-Heather Eddy, KEES President and CEO

DuPagePads began providing meals and shelter at its first location in Downers Grove in 1985. Today, in addition to providing interim housing 365 days a year, DuPagePads’ team of nearly 50 employees and a volunteer base over 4000-strong provides long-term solutions to homelessness through housing assistance, supportive housing, street outreach, employment coaching and solutions, short-term medical respite housing, and supportive programs and services. For more information, please visit

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The leadership at Living Care Retirement Community, a nonprofit, faith-based, non-denominational community in Yakima, WA that provides a variety of quality housing, care and services for seniors, has hired Steve George as its next Director of Facilities. 

Steve George has spent many of the past 30 years working on large residential and commercial construction and development projects in the Greater Seattle area, focusing on architectural plan drawing, blueprint reading and cost estimation. He holds several journeyman certifications, including carpentry and interior finishes, and has managed the building and renovations of large-scale projects such as 400-unit apartments and assisted living facilities.

Steve comes to Living Care from Yakima County Public Services, where he has held the role of Buildings Inspector & Plans Examiner since 2018. Previously, Steve was a Chief Estimator/Project Manager for two different contractor companies – KLHS&S Contractors and Division 9 Contractors. At both companies, Steve’s primary responsibilities included contract negotiation, cost estimating for projects, supervising large-scale construction projects, and hiring and training crews and foremen.

From 2013-2018, Steve also worked as a classroom instructor and head volleyball coach at Southwestern Oregon and Yakima Valley Colleges. Steve applies the player-coach approach he honed on the court to managing his staff—a method he believes has proven very successful. Steve officially joins the Living Care team on July 20, 2020.

“Steve has an extensive background in the commercial building and housing industries. His skills will be an asset for maintaining the many Retirement Apartments, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing beds on the Living Care campus. Steve also has a very real desire to serve others. His heart of caring for both Residents and Staff will make a positive impact at Living Care.”

-Calvin Groenenberg, Executive Director, Living Care Retirement Community

Living Care Retirement Community retained KEES as its executive search partner in April 2020, after their current Director of Facilities announced his retirement after 37 years of service. KEES has previously partnered with Living Care Retirement Community for both Executive Search and Development Assessment and Planning services.

During KEES/Alford Executive Search’s two-decade commitment to the field of senior living, the firm has supported numerous nonprofit providers across the country that are dedicated to ensuring the quality and abundance of what life has to offer after 65 years old. KEES’ executive search work in senior living has spanned the gamut from roles at the CEO/ED level to Marketing, Philanthropy, Investment, Finance, Nursing, and now Maintenance and Facilities. Recent/current KEES clients in the aging services sector include Broadmead, Canterbury Court, Covenant Living Communities & Services, Homage Senior Services, HumanGood, Panorama, and United Methodist Communities.

“Living Care Retirement Community is a shining star in senior living. We are happy to have introduced a dynamic slate of excellent candidates to leadership.”

–Laura Weinman, Vice President, KEES

Living Care Retirement Community is the only Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Yakima, WA. Since its incorporation in 1958, Living Care has continued to grow and evolve within the community to accomplish the vision to be the provider of choice for aging services in Central Washington. For more information, please visit http://www.livingcarecommunity.com.

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The Board of Directors of Covenant Community Care, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides a full range of healthcare services to the people of Detroit and the broader metropolitan region, has unanimously approved the hire of Covenant team member Joslyn Pettway as its next Chief Executive Officer.

Joslyn Pettway began her career in 2008 as Director of Primary Care Initiatives at Detroit Wayne County Health Authority and served as Executive Director of the Southeast Region of the Michigan Area Health Education Center from 2011-2013 before joining the Covenant Community Care team.

Pettway started at Covenant in 2013 as a Program Director/Grant Writer before becoming Chief Program Officer in 2015 and then Chief Operating Officer in 2018. In addition to her role as COO, Pettway has also been acting Chief Executive Officer of Covenant since September 2019, when former CEO Paul Propson stepped down after 12 years of leadership.

Born and raised in Flint, MI, a large part of Pettway’s passion for working at Covenant stems from growing up in a community like those Covenant serves. She believes deeply in the mission of Covenant Community Care and is particularly fond of FQHCs because of the unique governance structure that ensures patients have a voice in their care. When Pettway isn’t actively advocating for Covenant, she is making connections through professional associations and volunteer activities. She is a member of the University of Michigan School of Public Health – Health Management & Policy Alumni Network and serves locally as a member of Triumph Church.

Pettway holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Master of Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan. She received her Community Health Center Executive Fellowship (CHCEF) certification from the University of Kansas, Medical Center.

“Seven years ago, I was drawn to Covenant Community Care because of its mission. The opening of our mission statement, ‘to show and share the love of God,’ serves as the foundation for all that we do at Covenant. It is the standard by which we measure our strategic decisions, operational expectations, and day-to-day interactions. It has always resonated with me that Covenant’s mission clearly defines the type of care we want to provide to those we serve, and I look forward to advancing that mission throughout our community for years to come.”

-Joslyn Pettway, CEO, Covenant Community Care

Pettway has led Covenant Community Care as acting CEO during the last few months of COVID-19, overseeing the organization’s shift in April 2020 from 100% in-person care to offering telehealth visits at all locations. Covenant began re-opening on a limited basis for in-person medical, dental, and behavioral health visits in June 2020, with new social distancing safety procedures and protocols in place. Pettway’s first 90 days as CEO will be spent evaluating and assessing the ever-evolving needs of the community during this pandemic, guiding both short-term decisions and longer-term initiatives. Covenant provides regular COVID information and updates on their website at https://covenantcommunitycare.org/covid-19-response/.

Covenant Community Care’s Board of Directors retained KEES as its executive search partner in December 2019. A comprehensive search was launched, attracting a large number of candidates from across the United States. The Search Committee, led by Board Chair Dotti Sharp, ultimately selected Joslyn Pettway from an exemplary group of top finalists.

“The search for a new CEO was a rigorous national process, and Joslyn quickly rose to the top of the pool. Her experience as a Covenant team member for the last seven years only enhances her commitment to the organization and ability to lead it effectively. The Board of Directors is sure that under Joslyn’s great leadership, wisdom and guidance, Covenant will strive to much greater heights and achievements.”

-Dotti Sharp, Board Chair, Covenant Community Care

KEES is a national executive search firm that builds transformative teams and leaders in the nonprofit sector. Founded in 2013 as an expansion of Alford Executive Search, KEES partners with nonprofit organizations to provide an array of executive search, leadership development, interim staffing and HR services and support.

“It was a pleasure to meet Joslyn from day 1. Her passion for those served, as well as her perspective on the future, instantly set her apart from other candidates. Joslyn Pettway is an emerging leader who will take Covenant in the right direction. The Board and Search Committee of Covenant Community Care have been excellent partners, and we see a strong, flourishing future for Covenant in the years ahead.”

-Heather Eddy, President and CEO, KEES

Covenant Community Care’s mission is to show and share the love of God, as seen in the good news of Jesus Christ, by providing integrated affordable and quality health care to those who need it most. Covenant is a Community Health Center that proudly cares for 20,000 people every year through medical, dental, OB-care, and behavioral health services. For more information, please visit www.covenantcommunitycare.org.