New Hope’s executive team has decades of experience, professionally and personally, of enriching the lives of those around them. This talented, experienced team provides day-to-day direction for New Hope operations and services ensuring the organization never strays from it’s mission.
The executive team represents the various services New Hope provides to the individuals within the organization, working together, in unison, to ensure the services provided are meeting the needs of those New Hope serves while also living up to the organization’s mission. Making sure this commitment is met is no small task. Behind the scenes, this management team carefully considers the organization’s budget, workforce limitations and abilities, as well as long-term strategic goals. Always examining the larger picture, the executive team looks to continue moving New Hope forward, in alignment with the mission, for the benefit of those it serves.
Lacie, a Psychology graduate from Iowa State University, joined the New Hope team in 2004. She is the Chief Quality and Compliance Officer overseeing the Training, Records, and Quality departments. Lacie finds great satisfaction in her current role, particularly in nurturing talent and supporting individuals in their professional development.
Her expertise spans regulatory compliance, crisis management, problem-solving, decision-making, change management, people management, coaching, and active listening.
Kasey earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northwest Missouri State University. Her professional background includes serving as an Infection Preventionist and House Supervisor/Registered Nurse. Throughout her career, Kasey has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving clinical operations, strengthening regulatory readiness, and advancing person-centered care across acute care, long-term care, infection prevention, and Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID).
As Chief of Clinical and ICF Services, Kasey oversees Campus and Nursing operations, focusing on advancing high-quality services, strengthening operational infrastructure, and fostering a culture in which staff feel supported and empowered to deliver exceptional care. She is passionate about building collaborative teams and ensuring that every individual served by New Hope experiences dignity, respect, and meaningful opportunities to thrive.
Andrea attended Western Iowa Tech Community College for nursing. Her professional background includes 11 years in various leadership roles at New Hope, during which she developed a strong understanding of the organization’s mission, employees, and the people it supports.
As Chief of HCBS, Andrea oversees Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) programs, overseeing community living and support services while focusing on workforce development, employee recruitment and retention, and continued program growth. Her experience and dedication position her to continue expanding quality services that promote independence, inclusion, and meaningful lives for the individuals served by New Hope.
With a degree in Marketing from Iowa State University and a deep-rooted Carroll resident, Stacey has extensive fundraising, volunteer, and advertising experience. Her background spans organizational communications, social media, and event management, as well as promotional writing. Through the years, she built strong relationships with people and businesses throughout the Carroll County area.
As Chief of Public Relations at New Hope, Stacey joined New Hope in 2024 and oversees the Development/Foundation, Marketing, and Retail Operations departments.
Donna Schurke brings both knowledge and leadership to New Hope as Chief Financial Officer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Banking and Finance from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa.
Her professional background includes nearly three decades in finance with an organization supporting individuals with disabilities, where she had extensive experience in financial management.
A lifelong resident of the Carroll County area, Donna has strong ties to the community. As CFO, Donna joined New Hope in 2026 and oversees the Accounting, Payroll, Information Technology, Transportation, and Maintenance Departments.
