Jacob’s Village Names Jamie Espenlaub Executive Director
For IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 9, 2022
Recently named Executive Director Jamie Espenlaub pictured with the organization’s namesake, Jacob Grunow
Jacob’s Village is pleased to announce that Jamie Espenlaub was recently promoted to Executive Director.
Ms. Espenlaub comes to Jacob’s Village with valuable experience serving individuals with special needs and seniors including roles with Solarbron and CMOE, and most recently, as Resident and Program Director of Jacob’s Village. Jamie has lived in Evansville all of her life and graduated from the University of Southern Indiana with a Bachelors of Science in Marketing and Management. Jamie has been involved in the nonprofit sector for over 20 years, and recently completed the Welborn Baptist Foundation Next Generation Leadership Academy. Ms. Espenlaub is active in the community including volunteering for SMILE on Down Syndrome and Cancer Pathways. She is involved with her church and children’s activities, and enjoys spending time with her family.
“We’re excited to have Jamie Espenlaub as our Executive Director,” said Board President Eric Reffett. “She brings valued programming experience to our organization along with a real passion for serving special needs populations. We look forward to continue building the Jacob’s Village community under Jamie’s leadership.”
Established in 2004, the mission of Jacob’s Village is to develop a safe, walkable, neighborhood community where people with disabilities and older adults can find meaningful relationships, housing that is affordable and accessible, and activities that encourage active minds and bodies. More info can be found by visiting www.jacobsvillage.org or facebook.com/JacobsVillage
