Summary:
Starkey has appointed Jenni Hargraves as the new executive director of Starkey Cares, leveraging her extensive nonprofit and philanthropic leadership to expand the program’s impact and reach in hearing healthcare accessibility.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Leadership Expertise: Jenni Hargraves brings over 25 years of experience in nonprofit and community leadership, including key roles in hearing health and healthcare advocacy.
  2. Expanded Mission: As executive director, Hargraves will lead Starkey Cares’ U.S. and global initiatives through strategic partnerships and employee-driven philanthropy.
  3. Focus on Accessibility: Her appointment reinforces Starkey’s commitment to improving hearing healthcare access for underserved communities through outreach and collaboration.

Starkey has appointed Jenni Hargraves as the new executive director of Starkey Cares, the company’s corporate social responsibility initiative. With more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, corporate philanthropy, and community engagement, Hargraves will lead efforts to expand Starkey Cares’ reach and community impact through strategic partnerships and philanthropic programs.

As executive director, Hargraves will oversee the development and expansion of the Starkey Cares program in the U.S. and globally, working closely with nonprofit, business, entertainment, community, and political leaders to advance Starkey’s mission. She will manage key community relationships that further strengthen Starkey Cares’ engagement and impact to expand the program’s reach.

In addition to external partnerships, Hargraves will lead efforts to amplify Starkey Cares’ support of employees’ philanthropic initiatives, ensuring they have opportunities to engage in meaningful service and contribute to causes that align with Starkey’s mission.

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“Jenni’s passion for community impact and her proven track record in non-profit leadership make her an ideal fit to lead Starkey Cares,” says Brandon Sawalich, president and CEO at Starkey. “Her experience in building strategic partnerships and expanding access to hearing care will help drive our mission forward, ensuring more individuals receive the life-changing benefits of better hearing.”

Hargraves brings a wealth of experience in mission-driven leadership, having dedicated the past 12 years to advancing hearing health accessibility. Most recently, she served as vice president of the Miracle-Ear Foundation, where she played a pivotal role in providing hearing aids to individuals in need across the country. Under her leadership, the foundation expanded its reach, strengthened key partnerships, and improved access to critical hearing solutions for underserved communities.

Prior to her work in hearing health, Hargraves spent over 15 years as executive director for the American Diabetes Association, where she spearheaded national fundraising initiatives, built strong corporate alliances, and led advocacy efforts to improve healthcare accessibility. Her career also includes work with People Serving People, Minnesota’s largest shelter for families experiencing homelessness, where she developed and managed donation programs to support community needs.

Starkey Cares is dedicated to bridging the gap in hearing healthcare accessibility, ensuring that those in need have the resources and support to improve their quality of life. through strategic partnerships, advocacy, and community outreach.

For more information about Starkey Cares, visit https://www.starkey.com/starkeycares.

Featured image: Jenni Hargraves, executive director of Starkey Cares. Photo: Starkey