KALAMAZOO, MI (May 16, 2025) |
Element 22 Commercial Group CEO Kenneth Leonard has recently accepted a new position as President on the board of the Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity. Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to creating stability & financial independence for families in the area through building, restoring, and repairing homes. Kenneth Leonard has already been serving on the board for 8 years on the finance committee and has extensive experience in the commercial banking space. Additionally, he has previously been a volunteer on the boards and committees for the YMCA, Kalamazoo Rotary, The Adventure Centre at Pretty Lake, Greater Southwest Chapter of Credit Unions, the Michigan Credit Union League, and is the co-founder and CEO of Element 22 Commercial Group.
“We are pleased to have Kenneth join our board of directors for our Habitat affiliate. Kenneth has demonstrated his passion for our work since 2017 by serving on our finance committee. We are thankful for his continued commitment to our organization by stepping up to become our board president.” Teresa Thrash, CEO of the Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity, expresses her enthusiasm about the new position, “Habitat’s board of directors is responsible for establishing policy and guiding the organization’s efforts to build or improve affordable housing in partnership with families across Kalamazoo County and parts of Allegan County.”
“It has been an honor and privilege to have been a part of Habitat for Humanity over the past 8 years,” Shares Kenneth Leonard, “As the newly elected Board President, I look forward to continuing the great work of the organization and to be able to promote affordable housing with all of the amazing services offered to help ensure our homeowners will be successful in their new homes.”
Kenneth Leonard hopes to continue to leverage the great work of the existing board members and volunteers to enhance and grow the organization’s ability to impact those in the community. Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity’s important work in the local community is extremely impactful amidst the affordable housing crisis. Their critical mission not only provides safety and security to Kalamazoo neighborhoods but also cultivates a greater sense of pride and empowerment in the community. Kenneth Leonard’s overall values, experience, and goals are aligned perfectly with Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity’s mission.