Executive Director
Tom joined the HELP family as Executive Director in October 2018. He brings with him an extensive background of leadership, marketing and public relations. Tom received a BS in Human Resource Management and a MS equivalent in Operations Management. He began his career at Physicians Mutual and, after being promoted through the ranks, became a successful marketing manager leading a team focused on nurturing customer relationships.
In 2013 he joined Nebraska Organ Recovery, raising awareness of the need for suitable donors. Ready for a new challenge, he accepted an Executive Director role that consisted of managing an early learning center, two community learning centers and a food distribution program in Lincoln, Neb.
Over the years, he dedicated many years to nonprofit boards, including a combined 23 years of service. He is currently the President for Big Canvas and is a board member for the Lions Eye Bank of Nebraska.
Tom’s motivation: “I love the feeling of a job well done. When I know that I have helped someone toward a better life, it is the most amazing feeling ever. I want my time at HELP to be that of serving the needs of our patrons and making sure that everyone who needs us knows about us!