Local nonprofit organization Intown Cares, a leader in addressing homelessness and hunger in Atlanta, today announced five new appointments to its Board of Directors: Alexandra Kirk, Vice President of Development and Construction, Jamestown; Rob Shields, Owner, Acadia Shutters; Kelly Goldston, Chief Digital Officer, Spanx; Lindsey Barranco, PhD, Behavioral Scientist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; and Dara Simmons, Assistant to the Head of School, Paideia School. The directors, all of whom bring significant experience in operational excellence and driving financial performance and social impact, have each been appointed to serve a three-year term, with an optional term renewal.

"We are honored to welcome these extraordinary leaders as new colleagues on the Intown Cares Board,” said Joanna Genser, Intown Cares Board Chair. “Each of these new directors brings a unique perspective and expertise from across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors that will add tremendous value to the organization.”

Founded in 2010, Intown Cares operates one of the largest, most innovative low-barrier food distribution programs in the Atlanta area. The organization also deploys one of the largest, most effective Homeless Services teams in the city that supports individuals experiencing chronic homelessness in navigating the journey to permanent housing solutions 

“As we continue to serve neighbors who face the greatest obstacles through our dual programs, I look forward to the collective energy and dedication to our mission of preventing and reversing homelessness and hunger these leaders will contribute,” said Intown Cares Executive Director Brad Schweers.