The board of trustees is ultimately accountable for the United Way of the Flint Hills’ performance, reputation, and stature in the community. Through excellence in organizational leadership and governance, United Way is a mission-driven organization, where staff and volunteers are passionate, focused, and aligned to achieve goals. The volunteer board of trustees is effective in setting direction for the organization, ensuring necessary resources are available, and providing oversight of programs, finances, legal compliance, and values.
Chair: Scott Hayes, Norfolk Iron & Metal
Treasurer: Jennifer Brothers, Capitol Federal
Vice Chair: Brandee Orender, Lyon County State Bank
Aron Dody, Education Consultant
David Maldonado, ESB Financial
Michele Boyce, KVOE/Emporia's Radio Stations
McKenzie Cinelli, Evergy
Ryan Karjala, USD 253
Sara Schwerdtfeger, Emporia State University
Carolyn Hollins, CareArc
Missy Floyd, CALM
Ryann Brooks, Flint Hills Technical College
Rebeca Herrera, Emporia Chamber of Commerce
Cara Codney, CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness
Clerk: Daphne Mertens, Executive Director of United Way of the Flint Hills