Executive Director
Bill Brown leads the center’s efforts to partner with Hoosier communities to create solutions to challenges and opportunities common to rural communities everywhere.
We look forward to collaborating with you to strengthen Indiana and its rural communities.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Joe Carley is focused on developing partnerships with organizations in rural communities and supporting the initiatives of partner organizations.
Director of Communications
Kyla Cox Deckard leads communications for the center, working with the campus, communities, and media to share the story of rural Indiana.
Senior Liaison, Healthy Hoosier Communities
Linda Henderson is the senior liaison for Healthy Hoosier Communities, where she builds relationships with community leaders, faculty, staff, and students for a healthier Indiana.
Deputy Executive Director
Jennifer Kincaid serves as deputy executive director of the center, hoping to extend the transformative effects of IU throughout the rural communities of the state.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Brandi Langley supports the center’s administration, managing scheduling, travel, and event logistics and clerical needs.
Financial Coordinator and Office Manager
Linda McNabb manages the daily operations and fiscal activities of the center.
Sustaining Hoosier Communities Director
Jane Rogan leads the Sustaining Hoosier Communities initiative, connecting communities to IU courses, students, and faculty to address community-identified needs and opportunities.
Capacity and Metrics Specialist
Gwen Sams conducts research and analysis, collects data and metrics, and evaluates initiatives related to the center’s work and rural Indiana.
Resilient Hoosier Communities Liaison
Jacob Simpson supports the center’s work by building relationships with community members who collaborate with IU faculty, students, and staff to foster a more resilient Indiana.
Hoosier Quality of Place Liaison
Adrian works in collaboration with community leaders, the IU Arts & Humanities Council, faculty, and students on quality of place initiatives to connect IU programs and resources with rural Indiana’s artistic and cultural opportunities.
Community Advocate and Outreach Director
Kerry Thomson cultivates strong relationships throughout Indiana as the community advocate and outreach director.
Media Specialist
Jeni Waters supports communication efforts by maintaining the center’s web presence and developing media assets to visually enhance the story of rural Indiana.
IU Corps Director
Cassi Winslow-Edmonson helps students engage in service here in Indiana and around the world through IU Corps.