Kelli has been the CEO of Warren County Pathfinders since 2016. She has worked in the non-profit field for over 12 years. Past positions include Executive Director of Warren County Sheltered Workshop and working for the State of Oklahoma with individuals who suffer from mental illness and substance abuse. In addition to professional roles, Kelli continued her dedication to meeting the needs of her community by opening and running a youth center called Jordan’s Place, which offered a safe place for youth to socialize and have support. For the past 8 years, she has run a victim’s panel called SAVE (Substance Abuse Victim’s Experience).Kelli works closely with our board of directors to drive the strategic planning process, help define our mission, vision and values, and set long- and short-term goals. She builds relationships with external stakeholders including community members, representatives of corporate sponsors, government and local authorities.Kelli has a personal mission to ensure our organization is providing the highest quality of services that are specific to the needs of the individuals in our community. She prioritizes being involved with every individual in our programs, as well as, their families. She volunteers her time coaching softball with Special Olympics and is often found at recreational and social events that WCP schedules throughout the year. Kelli leads by example, serving others, encouraging her staff and providing the support and resources to grow.