Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity Announces New COO

[MILWAUKEE, Wi. (8/20/24)] —Today, the city’s leading non-profit home builder – Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity – announced Al Smith as their new Chief Operating Officer. Smith joins the organization as they scale to meet ambitious goals of doubling their impact by 2028.

Al’s career reflects a robust combination of leadership in operations, finance, team management, and strategic planning. His deep-rooted involvement with the organization includes a term as Vice President of Milwaukee Habitat’s board of directors under current CEO, Brian Sonderman.

“Al’s deep appreciation for our mission, commitment to organizational excellence and collaborative leadership style will help Milwaukee Habitat achieve our ambitious strategic priorities.” Sonderman says.

Al will fill the vacancy created by Ann Van Dunk, Milwaukee Habitat’s retiring COO.

“I’ve been honored to serve at Habitat for over 25 years and could not be more thrilled to pass the baton to Al, a man I know to be multi-talented, kind, and genuine. His knowledge, neighborhood and industry experience, and his passion for Habitat’s mission will enhance the expertise and growth of our staff and programs,” Van Dunk says.

Al Smith will officially begin his tenure as COO with the organization in September.

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