Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut (GWNC) has welcomed Jeff Neff of Meriden, Connecticut, as senior vice president of operations.
Neff brings more than 23 years of experience managing nonprofit organizations at both operational and executive levels to his new role. Most recently, he served 13-years as president/CEO of The National Kidney Foundation of Arizona, where he was instrumental in securing millions of dollars for the nonprofit. Prior to that he served as COO of Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut where he guided the expansion of the organization into Northern Connecticut.
Neff said, “Coming back to Connecticut to help a nonprofit I’m passionate about to optimize its retail operations and advance its mission is a full circle moment.”
Rocco Tricarico, GWNC president and CEO, said. “His familiarity with our organization and deep experience with our retail operations make great additions to our team and I look forward to working alongside him.”
Goodwill is a nonprofit organization that helps individuals, businesses and communities come together to support people with disabilities, economic disadvantages and other barriers to employment. GWNC is headquartered in Bridgeport, and has store, donation and career center locations around the state.
