Goodwill Welcomes Two New Board Members for 2026

Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries is pleased to announce the appointment of Kriss Richey‑Wolford and Heather McCowin to its Board of Directors.

Richey‑Wolford brings more than 20 years of experience in healthcare and behavioral health. She spent 22 years in radiology and X‑ray services at Akron Children’s Hospital and currently serves with Alta Behavioral Healthcare. Since 2016, she has also been a dedicated family advocate for children with mental health and developmental disabilities, working to improve access to resources and support for families across the region.

McCowin serves as Chief Nursing Officer at Mercy Health – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, where she provides executive leadership for nursing operations and patient care strategy. She began her career as a registered nurse in emergency services and has advanced into senior leadership roles overseeing complex systems and large clinical teams.

Both new board members share a strong commitment to service and to Goodwill’s mission of empowering individuals and strengthening communities.

“We are honored to welcome Kriss and Heather to our Board of Directors,” said Dr. Shelley Murray, CEO of Goodwill. “Each brings valuable experience, thoughtful leadership, and a deep commitment to helping individuals and communities move forward. Their service will help us continue building pathways to opportunity and expand the impact of our work across the communities we serve.”