Wilde Lake Community Association (WLCA) has announced the appointment of its next Executive Director and Village Manager, Ms. Sharon Cooper-Kerr.
“On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff, we are eager to work with Sharon Cooper-Kerr in her new role as executive director,” said Kevin McAliley, chair of the WLCA board. “Sharon has an impressive background in community engagement and nonprofit management. I am eager to work with her on opportunities to advance the interests of vibrant Wilde Lake. I wish Sharon much success and look forward to assisting her in her new role.”
Cooper-Kerr comes to WLCA most recently from the United Way of Central Maryland where she was assistant director of Women United and major gifts officer. She managed and directed live and virtual activities of Women United, a membership group of 1,400 professional women interested in philanthropy and community engagement. Cooper-Kerr was responsible for budget management, special events, marketing and communications, membership recruitment, donor cultivation, and volunteer engagement.
Cooper-Kerr has worked extensively with community partners in Howard County and brings an impressive background in community engagement to improve the lives of families and youth in Howard County.
For more, read the official press release.