LaToya Richardson has served on the United Way Board of Directors since 2022.  She is the Director of Finance & Compliance at the Housing Authority of Paducah.

United Way of Western Kentucky's Chief Executive Officer, Betsy Burkeen, has been with the organization since 2013.  She is responsible for overall management, development, and strengthening community relations and impact work.

Prior to joining the United Way, Betsy worked in marketing and advertising. She is a graduate of Murray State University.

She says, “Most days, “working” at the United Way of Western Kentucky isn’t really work at all – it’s a passion. The United Way’s impact work in the areas of education, income, and health and the high accountability standards ensure that every donor dollar is utilized so we can offer the greatest level of support to the most people. It’s a honor to play a role in uplifting my neighbors.”

United Way of Western Kentucky Administrative Director, Susan Gibson, has been with the organization since 2013.  She is responsible for managing the operations of the financial system and performing administrative, bookkeeping and data processing duties.

Prior to taking this position, Susan worked for the City of Paducah for many years.

Susan says, “I believe in our United Way.  Not only do we impact the community through excellent collaboration with our partner agencies, we apply a high degree of accountability for the donors’ dollars.  Everything given is used as its intended:  to improve education, income and health right here in Paducah-McCracken County.”

United Way of Western Kentucky's Chief Operations Officer, Kelly Channell, has been with the organization since 2021.  She is responsible for improving overall operations, fundraising efforts and efficiencies while engaging the donor community to support the United Way mission.

Prior to taking this position, Kelly was the Member Services Director for the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce.  She is a graduate of Murray State University. 

She says, "I'm humbled and privileged to be a part of the United Way team.  It's an exciting opportunity to build on the strong foundation of the United Way of Western Kentucky and the vital assistance they offer to the people in our area."