Midwest Make-A-Wish leader to retire
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The organization known for creating memorable experiences for children with terminal illnesses will soon welcome a new leader.
After five years as president and CEO of the Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana Make-A-Wish Foundation, Stephanie McCormick announced she will retire on Jan. 17. McCormick joined Make-A-Wish OKI in 2019, though she’s been with other chapters of Make-A-Wish for 15 years.
The chapter led by McCormick granted 1,205 wishes in 2013, which the nonprofit says is the most granted by any Make-A-Wish chapter in a single year. Make-A-Wish OKI says McCormick helped lead the organization to record fundraising numbers in the past three years.
“Stephanie’s leadership has been nothing short of transformative,” said Make-A-Wish Board Chair Kara Trott. “Her tireless dedication, deep compassion and commitment to Make-A-Wish’s mission have touched thousands of lives, and she leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire our work for years to come.”
As she retires, McCormick looks back on a career that included being in charge of the Make-A-Wish of Orange County and the Inland Empire in California. Earlier this year, McCormick was awarded the Indiana Lt. Governor’s Leadership Award by Suzanne Crouch.
She also held leadership roles at the United Way and the American Lung Association.
Make-A-Wish OKI anno McCormick’s footsteps will be Juli Miller. Miller has been the vice president of development for Make-A-Wish OKI for the past decade, per her social media profiles.
Make-A-Wish has an office in Indianapolis.