Kentucky Humane Society Announces Gray as Next President
Alisa Gray Courtesy of the Kentucky Humane Society
The Kentucky Humane Society announced that in April 2023, current President and CEO Lori Kane Redmon will step down and current Vice President of Outreach Alisa Gray will take her place.
Gray brings 14 years of leadership, fundraising and experience in animal welfare to the position, per the announcement from Redmon. Since joining the organization in 2014, she has increased KHS’ philanthropy by more than 240%. She has been instrumental in leading the evolution of KHS’ people-centered philosophy, which guides KHS’ approach to serving people and animals.
Prior to joining KHS, Gray worked for Louisville Metro Animal Services and the Lexington Humane Society.
Redmon and Gray will work together until April to complete the transition.
“Alisa is a remarkable leader who has been responsible for a great portion of our success over the years,” Redmon said. “I feel proud and lucky that when I decided to hand the reins over to a new President & CEO and take a position with our Equine Program, the most qualified possible successor was already on our team. I am excited for Alisa to guide KHS into the future and expand its lifesaving work.”
"The board is so pleased for Alisa to assume leadership of KHS. She is a respected leader, talented fundraiser and role model throughout KHS and the animal welfare industry,” Added KHS Board Chair Jena Stone. “Her deep knowledge of animal welfare and long tenure make her uniquely qualified to lead KHS successfully into the future."
"I'm honored and grateful for the opportunity to lead this exceptional organization of dedicated and compassionate people to save the lives of animals in our community," said Gray. "I am proud of KHS’ leadership in animal welfare, and we truly live our mission to make a difference for animals and the people who love them. I look forward to leading KHS as we continue to improve the lives of Kentucky’s cats, dogs and horses – and their human families."
Redmon, who has held the role of president and CEO for 17 years, will shift her to focus on KHS’ Equine Program once the transition is complete.
