Kay Kretsch, MBA, Lsbb, Bsp, Kpip
About Kay Kretsch, MBA, Lsbb, Bsp, Kpip
Kay Kretsch is the CEO of Dismas House, with a diverse background in multiple industries and over 30 years of board service, including significant roles in community and volunteer organizations.
Education and Expertise
Kay Kretsch holds a BA from the University of Wisconsin and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. She is a registered Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and is certified as a Balanced Scorecard Professional and Key Performance Indicator Professional. These credentials highlight her expertise in quality management and performance metrics.
Career Background and Experience
Kay Kretsch has a diverse professional background spanning various industries, including healthcare, wireless technologies, test publishing, commercial and military avionics, semiconductors, defense, and emerging technologies. Her experience includes operations, program management, contract management, supply chain management, quality management, strategic planning, business development, and organizational design. She recently transitioned from her corporate role at Highmark Health Plan to lead Dismas House as its CEO.
Board Service and Volunteering
With over 30 years of board service, Kay Kretsch has demonstrated significant leadership in governance roles. She served as a volunteer administrator for the Honeywell Foundation and has been recognized with numerous community awards for her efforts. Notably, she led the five-year expansion project for Dismas House and served as the Board Chair for two years.
Leadership at Dismas House
Kay Kretsch took on the leadership role at Dismas House, where she led the organization's strategic planning and expansion initiatives. One of her significant contributions was overseeing the five-year Dismas expansion project from start to finish. Her leadership helped guide Dismas House through a period of growth and development.