United Way of Greater Nashville Announces New CEO
July 01 2024 - 10:35AM
United Way of Greater Nashville (UWGN) announced today that Erica
Mitchell, Executive Vice President and Chief Impact Officer,
UWGN will be the new Chief Executive Officer beginning January 1,
2025.
Earlier this year, UWGN’s CEO Brian Hassett announced his
retirement. An executive search committee made up of a
diverse cross section of UWGN board of trustee members, community
stakeholders and philanthropic partners was charged by the board to
identify a new CEO.
There are no anticipated organizational changes during the
transition.
“We are thrilled to have Erica serve as CEO beginning next
year. Her remarkable leadership as our chief impact officer
has already made a profound difference in our community, and we
look forward to achieving even greater impact under her inspiring
leadership,” said Alberto R. Gonzales, Chair, Board of
Trustees.
“We are confident that Erica’s passion, vision and dedication
will guide our United Way to new heights as we continue our mission
to improve lives in our nine-county region,” said James Weaver, of
Holland and Knight, chair of executive search task force and member
Board of Trustees.
“During my time at UWGN, it has been an honor to work alongside
Erica. Well respected by her colleagues, she brings a wealth of
expertise and I have witnessed first-hand her unwavering commitment
to create lasting change for our neighbors in need,” said UWGN CEO
Brian Hassett.
“It is my honor to be entrusted to serve as CEO. I am
excited to lead our organization into the future. I want to
thank the board of trustees for their trust and confidence in
me. Alongside my dedicated colleagues, we will continue to
make a lasting impact,” said UWGN CEO-Elect Erica
Mitchell.
About United Way Greater
Nashville- www.unitedwaygreaternashville.org
Kris Wiese
United Way Greater Nashville
kris.wiese@unitedwaygn.org