Introducing Our New Board Members
We’re excited to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors: Tony Brown, Katie Hammer, and Mike Mehl! We’re grateful for the leadership, experience, and fresh perspectives they each bring to our organization.
To help you get to know them, we asked each of our new board members to share a little about themselves and what they’re most looking forward to in their new role. Meet Tony, Katie, and Mike below!
Tony Brown
Tony has 37 years of retail grocery experience in merchandising, operations, and business leadership focused on driving sustainable growth and exceptional customer experience. He is currently the VP of Merchandising at Kroger.
“I’m so excited to bring my energy, leadership, and community connections to help expand Teachers impact- they help shape the confidence, potential, and future of our young people.“
Katie Hammer
Katie Hammer is senior manager of community engagement for KSM, where she leads philanthropic strategies, community service initiatives, and employee volunteer and board engagement. She brings extensive nonprofit fundraising and community engagement experience in central Indiana, including leadership roles with Gleaners Food Bank, Butler University, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, and St. Mary’s Early Childhood Center.
“I look forward to contributing in whatever ways valuable to our amazing staff and teachers. I’m most excited to pitch in on shopping days and have the opportunity to connect with the people who make up the TT community!”
Mike Mehl
Mike Mehl is the CFO of Marian, Inc., leading global finance and accounting. Mike’s experience in financial and strategic planning, operational leadership, international business, risk management, and organizational governance brings a broad business and financial background to his service as a director.
“I’m looking forward to engaging with the organization and supporting its operational goals.”