L-R Kyle Sommer , Toshiba Business Solutions ; Michael Wilhelmi , Xcel Energy and Brian Deuel , Olsen Thielen CPA ’ s .
L-R Kelly Jozwowski City of Vadnais Heights Council Member ; John Wayne Barker , Merrick , Inc . and Bill Weigel , Bill Weigel Signs .
Samantha Lucio , Hallberg Engineering sells raffle tickets at the Annual Dinner .
MME Group team from L-R Natalie Nemetz , Jessica Elley and Tessa Pichotta .
SOLID GROUND WELCOMES A NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR IN 2024
The VHEDC wants to congratulate Diamond Hunter on being named the new Executive Director of Solid Ground in 2024 .
Ms . Hunter joined Solid Ground in February 2022 as the Director of Programs following her role with Merrick Community Services leading their Family & Integrative Services team . As a licensed social worker , with progressive Social Services experience , Ms . Hunter brings an in-depth understanding of the challenges families face , together with a special generational passion for the work of preventing and ending homelessness .
Diamond Hunter
Diamond Hunter succeeds Trisha Kauffman , who announced her retirement in August 2023 , after leading the organization for 26 years , helping thousands of families break the cycle of homelessness and poverty for the next generation .
“ I am thrilled that Diamond will succeed me – her passion , her vision , and community connections , combined with her ability to deeply connect with our staff and families , positions her to lead ,” said Kauffman . “ Solid Ground is in a strong position , with depth of programming and sound financials , so it ’ s a great time for new leadership to take the organization to the next level .”
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