Shelton, CT – The Board of Directors of Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County is proud to announce the appointment of Kim Morgan as its new President, effective June 1, 2025. Kim brings more than three decades of leadership in nonprofit management, strategic innovation, and community impact, poised to lead the organization into its next stage of growth and impact.
Kim most recently served as Principal of LifeVest Strategies, where she provided interim executive leadership and consulting to nonprofit and social impact organizations. Her career includes a successful tenure as CEO of United Way of Western Connecticut, where she led the development of Prosperi-Key®, a nationally recognized digital platform connecting working families to resources with dignity and choice.
Throughout her career, Kim has championed programs focused on youth development, early childhood education, financial empowerment, and food security. She has designed and scaled initiatives that raised millions of dollars to support underserved families across Connecticut.
Kim succeeds Bernadine Venditto, who led Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County for over 20 years, leaving behind a legacy of growth and stability. The Board of Directors conducted a comprehensive executive search in partnership with DH Search of Boston, MA. Kim was selected as the top candidate from a pool of outstanding applicants.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kim Morgan as the next President of Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County,” said Mike Steinharter, Chair of the Board of Directors. “Kim is a visionary leader with a deep commitment to youth development and financial empowerment. Her track record, energy, and values align perfectly with JA’s mission and future direction.”
“I am truly excited to join Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County,” said Kim Morgan. “This is an organization with a stellar reputation for educating youth and preparing them for the future. I look forward to working alongside a passionate team dedicated to building brighter futures for students across our region.”
Kim holds a master’s degree in management communications and an undergraduate degree in psychology. She serves on the boards of Danbury and New Milford Hospitals and Western CT Coalition. Kim and her husband, long-time foster and adoptive parents, reside in New Fairfield, CT.
About Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County
Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County (JAGFC) is dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed through programs that focus on financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. During the 2023–2024 school year, JAGFC reached 13,694 students from 54 schools and organizations, delivering 65,985 hours of learning across our service area. These experiences, led by corporate and community volunteers, equip young people with essential business and life skills to succeed in their careers and manage their finances. JA programs are designed to meet the needs of local schools and youth with lessons and experiences that promote financial stability and economic mobility. JAGFC is committed to providing practical, innovative, and relevant learning experiences that empower young people to build thriving futures for themselves and their communities.