Kim Vann

Executive Director

Kim joined Bright Futures USA in February 2011 and currently serves full-time as the Executive Director. In this position she works collaboratively with the board of directors, staff, strategic partners, and communities across the United States. Kim ensures Bright Futures USA remains effective by providing strategic, operational, and inspirational leadership that is consistent with the mission, vision, values, and core beliefs of the organization.

Prior to accepting this position, Kim worked for Joplin Schools, serving as the Executive Director of Communication and Community Development where she was responsible for overseeing district communication, district development efforts, community engagement efforts, and the Bright Futures Joplin program. Prior to that she worked as the Business Development Director for the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce where she was responsible for advocating for small business and acted as the liaison between the Chamber’s small business Members and Chamber leadership. Kim was responsible for many programs and services that served the Chamber Membership. Kim sat on the US Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council for four years and also served on the American Chamber of Commerce Small Business Advisory Council.