Karen Peterlin, former director of development for Habitat for
Humanity Greater Birmingham, has been named chief executive officer for the
Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama.
Peterlin comes to the council with a long history of
employment with Girl Scouts and non-profit management. Following a successful
career with the US Army, she served in multiple leadership capacities for the
Girl Scouts of North Alabama, Inc., one of four legacy councils that merged to
create Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama.
“My vision for GSNCA is to utilize the collaborative work of
the board, staff and volunteers to develop and implement strategic and
sustainable programs that will result in an increase in membership and public
support that will ensure the financial stability of the council.”
Prior to her position with Habitat for Humanity, Karen was executive
director of the Greater Birmingham Humane Society and CEO/president of Kid One
Transport.
“I am very pleased to welcome Karen Peterlin aboard. I look
forward to working hand-in-hand with her to create great partnerships between
the membership, staff and the community,” said Pam Copeland, GSNCA board
president.
Peterlin has over 40 years of service to Girl Scouts ranging
from girl member to adult volunteer and finally professional staff member. As a
child, Karen was a girl member of Girl Scouts in Pennsylvania and credits her
experience then with giving her confidence and leadership. She maintains
relationships with her former troop members to this day.
“Her passion for the Girl Scouts Movement inspires me,”
Copeland said. “And I ask that you unite
with us as friends of Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama to help make this
council great.”
“The opportunity to become a leader again in the Girl Scouts
is truly exciting,” said Peterlin. “I strongly believe in the Mission of the
organization, the values and the life lessons that the Girl Scout Leadership
Experience instills in girls.”
Peterlin joined the council on Monday, November 16th.
