Women’s Initiative of United Way Names New Leadership

Thursday, January 19, 2017
GoLocalWorcester News Team

Kerry Melley
The Women’s initiative of the United Way of Central Massachusetts announced that Leah Lamson will become chair and Kerry Melley will become vice chair. Both terms are for two years starting on July 1. 

Leah Lamson 

Leah Lamson,  is currently the managing director of the New England High School Journalism Collaborative and former editor of Worcester Telegram & Gazette. She spent 36 years at the T&G, starting as a reporter and working her way up to being named the first woman to serve as editor at the newspaper.

Lamson, is a founding member of the Women’s Initiative and a member of the United Way of Central Massachusetts Governance Committee. Through her extensive career as a journalist, Lamson has the ability to lead effectively, based on skills that motivate, enthuse and build respect. 

She will take over for Elaine Wright, who recently retired as vice president of business services at Webster Five. 

Kerry Melley 

Kerry Melley, of Worcester, is a financial advisor with Commonwealth Financial Group, will become vice chair. Before her career in financial services, she was a development professional for the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Eastman School of Music, working in the areas of strategic planning and relationship management.

Melley is the current vice chair of the Membership Committee. Melley is passionate about helping women grow and preserve their wealth, while building their confidence in planning and managing their financial lives. 

Women’s Initiative 

The mission of the Women’s Initiative is to begin positive change for girls through philanthropy and women’s leadership.  The Women’s Initiative is a volunteer-based women’s group whose vision is to be the premier women’s philanthropic and leadership group in Central Massachusetts funding programs that improve the lives of girls.

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