News & Press
Milwaukee Succeeds Welcomes New Fund Development Manager
Milwaukee Succeeds is thrilled to introduce our new fund development manager, Libbie Hodas, who began with the team on November 4. Libbie brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit fundraising, a deep commitment to advancing equity and a clear passion for building a brighter future for Milwaukee’s youth.
Catina Harwell-Young Promoted to Deputy Director
Catina Harwell-Young, formerly the director of community and engagement with Milwaukee Succeeds, has recently been promoted to the position of deputy director. This promotion recognizes Catina’s exceptional dedication, leadership and contribution to our organization.
Milwaukee Succeeds Welcomes New ECE Manager
On March 4, Milwaukee Succeeds welcomed its new early childhood education (ECE) manager, Yimma Davila Castro. As a longstanding community leader and ECE advocate, Yimma will help lead Milwaukee Succeeds in its efforts to advance high-quality, affordable ECE in Milwaukee.
Clintel Hasan to Depart Milwaukee Succeeds
After four years of spearheading Milwaukee Succeeds’ high school success work, Strategic Initiatives Manager Clintel Hasan is departing the organization, having decided to focus her time on education consulting. Her final day will be January 19.
Anna Smerchek Transitions to ECE Community Engagement Manager
After a year of tirelessly working to connect Milwaukee Succeeds with the larger community, this fall Anna Smerchek transitioned to the newly created role of ECE community engagement manager.
Maria Hamidu Joins Team as High School Success Project Manager
On June 1, Maria Hamidu’s 18-month tenure as a Trinity Fellow at Milwaukee Succeeds officially came to an end – and the team welcomed her full-time in the new role of high school success project manager.
Milwaukee Succeeds Welcomes Fund Development Manager
On April 17, Kelsey Hau will officially step into the new fund development manager role, joining the expanding Milwaukee Succeeds team to identify new funding prospects and drive dollars to where they can have the greatest impact.