CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Angela Carr Klitzsch is a successful executive leader and civil servant with more than 20 years of experience in community, workforce, and economic development. As President & CEO of EmployIndy, she launched the organization’s first strategic plan, introduced innovative programs to address systemic workforce barriers, and grew revenues from $14 million to $43 million. Her leadership resulted in impactful initiatives such as Talent Bound, Modern Youth Apprenticeship, Job Ready Indy, and Indy Achieves.

Previously, Angela served as Vice President of Global Philanthropy at JPMorgan Chase & Co., directed a $20 million Family Success program at the Central Indiana Community Foundation, and held roles with The Clowes Fund, Callahan & Associates in Washington, D.C., and the Peace Corps in Moldova. 

Angela holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and history from the University of Notre Dame and an MPA in Nonprofit Management and an MA in Philanthropic Studies from Indiana University. She serves on the School of Public and Environmental Affairs Distinguished Alumni Council and the board of RecycleForce.

BUSINESS MANAGER

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Sara Fichtner is a seasoned writer and nonprofit professional with over 15 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit management. From 2013 to 2024, she served as Director of Grants at The Oaks Academy where she raised funds and awareness for the exponential growth and success of the school. During that time, she also served as President of the Grant Professionals Association Indiana Chapter, and in 2020, was selected to be a part of the Mitch Daniels Leadership Fellowship as one of Indy’s Most Pivotal Leaders. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, an MPA in Nonprofit Management, and an MA in Philanthropic Studies from Indiana University. 

Sara is a wife, mother, and active community advocate for causes that foster equity and understanding. She is a writer on topics related to connecting through culture. Currently, she serves as board treasurer of the Redbud Writers Guild and as secretary of the finance committee for St. Monica Catholic Church.

MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

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Midge Hayward is a recent graduate of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. Graduating with High Honors in the field of History, she has worked for several years as a research assistant in the History and Religion departments at Smith College, as well as Loyola University Chicago. While at Smith, she earned the Mindich Fellowship and worked as a student teacher in New York City, supporting and learning from seasoned educators. Midge's history with community advocacy began in high school, when she joined local groups to plan school strikes for climate change awareness, as well as other youth organizing communities in her school and in the broader Indianapolis area. Throughout her undergraduate career, Midge was continually involved in student organizing coalitions on campus, and remains committed to impacting social change in her community through her work at Women4Change. 

SPECIAL PROJECT COORDINATOR

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Lisa Inks brings decades of experience in advancing democracy, peace, and community development. In addition to serving part-time with Women4Change, she is Senior Director at Urban Rural Action, where she leads evidence and learning nationwide, directs civic engagement programs, and facilitates workshops in constructive conversation, conflict management, social media depolarization, and other collaboration skills. 

Lisa previously spent 15 years in international development and peacebuilding, overseeing multimillion dollar portfolios. As Senior Director of Peace and Governance at Mercy Corps, she led strategy and thought leadership for more than 30 countries. She was the Director of Conflict Management Programs for Mercy Corps in Nigeria and has worked at IREX, Global Nomads Group, and Marcataqui in Peru. Her research and commentary have been published in peer-reviewed academic journals and media outlets such as Newsweek and Foreign Affairs. She has an MA in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School at Tufts University and a BA from Indiana University. She lives in Indianapolis with her spouse, two children, and tortoise.