Tyler Burris

Tyler Burris serves as Transportation Director for Kentucky River Foothills, where he oversees rural and public transit operations, funding development, and service innovation.

Aaron McGahee

Aaron McGahee is a Louisville, KY native. Over his 14-year military career he served as Security Forces (Military Police), Combat Arms (Weapons Instructor), and Personal Security (Bodyguard) with three tours of duty overseas.

Annie Renner

Annie is she is responsible for informing clients about KFHC services and Fair Housing regulations, providing legal advocacy and referrals to community services, as well as assisting with outreach efforts.

April Carreon

April is a Social Services Specialist with the Office of Dementia Services, focusing on dementia education, caregiver support, and building dementia-friendly communities across Kentucky.

Barbara Mooney

Barbara has been a dedicated member of the Community Action Network since 1986, serving in various capacities over the years.

Bethany Planton

Bethany helps nonprofit leaders and grant professionals build and maintain strategic and sustainable nonprofits AND have fun along the way.

Brandon Harley

Carey Gibson

Carey is the Deputy Director of the Association of Nationally Certified ROMA Professionals.

Carla Brown

Carla Brown is the Executive Director of Community Action of Southern Kentucky, a role she has held since 2021. She leads more than 230 staff members and oversees a $15 million operating budget in support of the agency’s mission to fight poverty.

Carrie Lewis

With a passion for community service and a commitment to making a positive impact, Carrie also oversees the implementation and management of various programs aimed at addressing KFHC's mission.

Catrena Bowman

Catrena Bowman is a visionary leader, executive coach, and nonprofit executive with more than 25 years of experience driving transformational growth.

Charlene Engle

Charlene has been in the field of early childhood for more than 40 years. She spent 33 years of her career at a community action agency, where she held a variety of positions, including the Director of the Head Start program and CEO.

Colin Glover

Amongst other duties, he focuses on providing federal cybersecurity resources to State and Local governments as well as private sector organizations involved in Critical Infrastructure.

Dan Eaton

Dan is a dedicated advocate for his community with over 25 years of service. As Clinic Program Director at Audubon Area Community Care Clinic, he brings his passion for the underserved together with his ongoing advocacy for healthcare access.

David Bradley

For more than 30 years, David Bradley has been one of Washington’s leading advocates on behalf of low-income programs. In 1981, David helped found NCAF. In this role at NCAF, David was the primary architect of the CSBG.

David Falconbury

Denise Harlow

Denise Harlow, CCAP, is the CEO of the NCAP, a national hub that links the nation’s 1,000+ Community Action Agencies to each another and to federal, state, and local leaders looking to connect Americans to greater opportunity.

Dr. Uppinder Mehan

Eddrick Martin

Eddrick, CEO and Lead Strategist of Elevated Momentum Consulting LLC, has vast experience working with non-profit organizations in which he has provided leadership in various capacities. He is a 25 yr veteran of working and collaborating with nonprofits.

Elizabeth Daniels

Elizabeth Daniels is a long-time Adult Educator with a diverse background in teaching, education management and library services.

Emily Cornett

Emily graduated from NKU with a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education.

Faith Holley

As Outreach Coordinator for Audubon, she leads impactful initiatives such as grant writing, event planning, branding, social media management, and media and community outreach, all aimed at fostering community growth and connection.

Holly Ackerman

Holly Ackerman is the Manager of Early Childhood Outreach at KET, a leader in digital education resources. She has been in the field of early childhood education for more than 20 years.

JaKay Matheny Sr.

Ja-Kay Matheny Sr. is a licensed clinical social worker, speaker, and leadership consultant dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential.

Kate Dean

Katie Christian

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Kris Rowe

Throughout his career, he has excelled in various key roles, such as Housing/WX Director, IT Director, Social Services Director, and CEO. Known for his leadership and dedication, Kris has represented his state and network on national committees.

LaToya Burns-Vaughn

LaToya Burns Vaughn is a seasoned Clinical Director, Supervisor, and Service Provider with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health and wellness field.

Malcolm Ratchford

Melissa Vermillion

An educator in grant writing since 2016, Melissa is among only 12 individuals in Kentucky to earn the Grant Professional Certification from the Grant Professionals Certification Institute.

Nora Bryant

Nora is a Henderson native and Western Kentucky University graduate whose career was shaped by Kentucky's tourism industry, including roles at Visit LEX, Visit BGKY, and the Kentucky Department of Tourism.

Rhonda Chisenhall

She brought her skills to NKCAC in 2016, and has been directing the agency’s senior programming, volunteer coordination, the marketing efforts, and the fundraising strategy since then.

Rick Baker

Robin Whitaker

Robin Whitaker, Executive Director of Daniel Boone Community Action Agency, Inc. (DBCAA), holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Eastern Kentucky University.

Ryan Peasley

Ryan leads Wipfli's Nonprofit Human Services division, where the team lives and breathes Community Action and Head Start.

Samantha Taylor-Kaai

Sara Clark

Sara Clark serves as the Senior Director of Community Services for Blue Grass Community Action Partnership. With nine years of dedication to the organization, Sara brings extensive experience and compassion to her role.

Sharon Price

Sharon Price is a longtime advocate for justice and a respected leader with 35 years of experience serving children, families, and communities across Kentucky.

Stephen Lin

Co-Founder of Sagebird, where he works with you to strengthen strategic clarity, operational health, and evidence and insights. Over his career he has worked in the public sector, at multiple non-profits, and with philanthropic organizations.

Susan Douglas

Tawny Acker

Tawny is currently LKLP's Executive Director. As Program Development Director, she secured over half a billion dollars in grants and launched numerous impactful programs, leveraging her expertise in compliance, transportation, and community development.

Wendy Shouse

Wendy has been a part of Community Action for 24 years and served as the Senior Director of Aging Services and Senior Director of Community Services before being named the COO of Blue Grass Community Action Partnership.