Executive Staff Members
Dr. Luanne Fisher, Ph.D., President and CEO
"What a privilege it is to work with leaders that create communities of hope by changing lives, providing world class service and lifting up our values and mission… Liberty Lutheran is about creating change, inspired by loving our neighbors."
John Barnum, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
“It is a pleasure to work with Liberty staff that are aligned to achieve World Class results and advance Liberty’s objectives by striving to achieve consistent positive results in our many programs and services.”
Joan Myers, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
“It is my privilege to be part of Liberty Lutheran, an organization dedicated to excellence, quality and innovation. With the collaboration of a dedicated team of talented staff, Liberty Lutheran continually asks core questions about who we are and what we do with a focus on the current and future needs of the populations we serve.”
David Merrick, Vice President and Chief Advancement Officer
“It is very rewarding to be part of the Liberty Lutheran. I am confident to share the mission and vision of Liberty, because of the deep personal commitment of so many people focused on making a difference in the lives of individuals in our communities. At Liberty it’s what we do: provide the Vital Difference.”
Katrina Wise, Vice President of Senior Communities and Executive Director of Paul's Run
“Each and every job, and therefore each and every person working at Liberty, provides a service vital to the wellbeing of those we serve. I am so thankful for the talents that each one of us shares to uphold our mission. It takes all of us to make Liberty great!”
Richard Gitlen, Vice President of Community Based Services and Executive Director of Lutheran Children and Family Service
“It is inspiring to lead an organization that is dedicated to changing the lives of so many who live in our diverse communities. I am proud to be a part of a staff that is committed to helping individuals and families meet the many challenges encountered in their life journey.”
Larry Gershman, MBA, Vice President of Human Resources
“We are proud of our staff’s achievements and pleased that we have attained recognition as an employer of choice.”
Karen Bergey, Associate Vice President of Communications and Marketing
“I am constantly amazed at the dedication, commitment and compassion of the members of the Liberty Lutheran Family of Services. It has been my joy and passion to promote the vital resources that we offer to individuals, families and communities who are in need of our care and support.”