Fort Wayne, Ind. — Easterseals Northern Indiana has hired Shane Leach as chief human resources officer. Leach joined the organization on July 31.
Leach comes to Easterseals with more than 15 years of experience in human resources, including experience with a school and residential supports organization serving children on the autism spectrum.
“Shane’s experience and insights will help us attract new talent and develop current team members through fresh approaches to staff recruitment and retention,” said Donna K. Elbrecht, chief executive officer of Easterseals Northern Indiana.
Leach earned a bachelor’s degree in human resources management from Western Governors University, and he is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management, a SHRM Senior Certified Professional, and a member of Northeast Indiana Human Resources Association.
Easterseals Northern Indiana is the parent organization of Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana and Cardinal Services. Leach will lead the human resources teams at Easterseals Arc and Cardinal Services in building a strong workforce committed to providing top quality services and supports for people with disabilities.