United Way Accepting Applications for President & CEO

United Way Blackhawk Region (UWBR) will be accepting applications for the role of President and CEO, beginning Monday, April 8, 2024.
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McCawley, Schumacher tabbed by board to lead search

(BLACKHAWK REGION) – United Way Blackhawk Region (UWBR) will be accepting applications for the role of President and CEO, beginning Monday, April 8, 2024.

UWBR’s Board of Directors appointed a search committee, co-chaired by Tom McCawley and Patty Schumacher, for the organization’s next leader and they’re moving forward with expediency on the transition plan.

“At UWBR, we tackle some of the most formidable challenges in the Blackhawk Region, working hand in hand with our donors, advocates, volunteers, and partners. We’re excited to welcome a new leader to the team,” said Schumacher.

For more information and to submit a resume, visit LiveUnitedbr.org/careers.

About Search Committee Co-Chairs

Tom McCawley is Vice Chair of United Way Blackhawk Region’s Board of Directors and a Vice President for Beloit Health System. McCawley serves on the organization’s Executive Committee and was recently presented with United Way’s “Geraldine Hedberg Volunteer of the Year Award.”

Patty Schumacher also serves on United Way’s Board of Directors and is on the Community Impact Council, a volunteer-driven committee that monitors accountability and measurable outcomes from funded partners. Schumacher retired from BMO in 2021 after 42 years in the financial sector.

About United Way Blackhawk Region

United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. United Way Blackhawk Region provides community grants and resources to 28 human services programs at 15 nonprofit agencies in Rock County, Wis., and northern Winnebago County, Ill. More information is available at LiveUnitedBR.org.

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