The STAR Center has hired Rachel Ryan as Manager of Donor and Community Relations.
According to a press release from Cassidy Sheppard – Marketing and Events Manager – Rachel brings 15 years of experience in healthcare and six years of experience in fundraising, donor, and event management for nonprofits around West Tennessee.
She holds a B.A. from Union University and an M.S. from the University of Tennessee at Martin.
In her role prior to joining The STAR Center, Ryan was a one-person program working with children and families experiencing the hospital environment.
Additionally, she volunteered for several local nonprofits, raising funds, and increasing the awareness of each mission.
“We are excited to see how Rachel can take the skills that she has developed and grown in serving children in the hospital and now apply those to further the development of donors for The STAR Center,” said Dave Bratcher, President of The STAR Center. “In addition, Rachel will be tasked with building new communities all across our state to grow the donor base and the awareness from Memphis to Mountain City. Ultimately connect those with disabilities with life-changing supports.”
The mission of The STAR Center is to help any person with any disability realize their potential.
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(PHOTO: Rachel Ryan)
