Unity Care NW CEO who led nonprofit through pandemic announces retirement
After six years with nonprofit health care provider Unity Care NW, CEO Jodi Joyce will retire later this year, the organization announced Thursday.
“Being a part of Unity Care NW has been a true honor and the highlight of my career,” Joyce said in the announcement. “I have never worked with such a strong group of values-driven, mission-oriented individuals so deeply committed to serving with compassion and excellence.”
Joyce joined Unity Care NW just prior to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The nonprofit experienced significant growth during her time there, expanding care by 26% to 24,750 patients annually, growing net income by 7%, increasing annual revenue by 45% and growing its fund balance and assets by 61%, according to Unity Care NW.
Joyce oversaw the opening of The Way Station, a health and hygiene services center for people experiencing homelessness.
Joyce is also credited with leading the organization’s transition to upgraded medical record software, overseeing the rollout of a large-scale vaccination effort during the pandemic, and guiding the development and implementation of Unity Care NW’s current strategic plan.
The Unity Care NW Board of Directors is conducting the search for a new CEO, which is expected to take about four to six months, according to the announcement.
“While the Board will miss Jodi’s leadership, we fully support her decision to retire,” Unity Care NW Board President Jennifer Moldver said in the announcement. “Over the past six years, Jodi has guided Unity Care NW through a period of significant challenge and transformation, strengthening the organization and leaving it in a very strong financial position, well positioned for the future.”
Joyce is expected to remain in her role amid the search for the nonprofit’s new leader.
“Unity Care’s future is bright, and I am incredibly grateful to have played a role in its latest chapter,” Joyce said in the announcement.
