Casey Family Programs announces new vice president of HR, Communications

Melissa Shields, a longtime leader at Casey Family Programs, has been appointed executive vice president for Communications, Human Resources and Organizational Development.

Shields has been with Casey Family Programs for over 15 years, most recently as managing director of Human Resources. She brings a wealth of institutional experience and knowledge to her new role, having been an instrumental part of developing the foundation’s policies and procedures to support staff across the country.

Shields joined Casey in 2010 as senior director in Human Resources and has had a tremendous influence, not only on developments in HR, but across the entire organization. Her efforts have included enhancements in workplace support and wellness, and she has worked to ensure that Casey can recruit and retain an amazing workforce with a passion for the work.

“I’m proud of the investment that Casey has made in hiring, developing and supporting the talented group of people who make up our organization,” said Dr. William C. Bell, President and CEO of Casey Family Programs. “Melissa has been a big part of that investment, and in her new role will be able to help lead us toward even greater progress.”

Before joining Casey, Shields worked at Getty Images. She served our nation in the Air Force, Air Force Reserve and the Washington Air National Guard, retiring in 2018 as a master sergeant.