KYM PARNELL
Kym Parnell began her role as Executive Director/CEO for United Way in January of 2022, being the first female to hold this position. With over 25 years of leadership experience in the corporate sector, 19 of those years have been dedicated to working and volunteering for several nonprofit organizations. She started her career as a banker in 1998 and has served in many roles throughout her 22-year profession. With finances being her strong suit, Kym launched her business, Kymmustry Financial, LLC in 2020 focusing on credit education, restoration and financial stability.
She was an active member of the Board of Directors of United Way, serving as Pace Setter Chair, Campaign Chair, as well as the Board President. Kym is a 2014 graduate of Leadership Lauderdale, and was named one of Meridian’s 2018 Top 20 Under 40.
Kym is a member of The Fire House Church where she was a part of The Firehouse Finance Ministry as Chief Financial Officer 5 of the 10 years she served on the finance committee. She has been married to Ken Parnell for over 16 years, and they have one beautiful daughter, Kynnadi Parnell. Parnell brings a long history of purpose-driven work to her role at United Way of East Mississippi, and is looking forward to the impact that this organization is going to make in all the areas that it serves.
Ashley Rogers
The United Way of East Mississippi is pleased to introduce the newest member of the team, Ashley Rogers, Business Office Manager. Rogers, a graduate of the University of South Alabama earned a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, Business Administration, joins the team with over 15 years in banking and finance.
Ashley resides in Collinsville, MS with her husband of 12 years, Mitch; and her two sons, Stephen and Jordan. The family are members of Collinsville First Baptist Church.
TIM PUTNAM
Tim Putnam, a Mississippi State alumnus, serves as the Director of the Retired & Senior Volunteer program. Tim is a member of First Presbyterian Church. He and his wife, Richelle, have four children.
JOYCE FRANKLIN
Joyce M. Franklin serves as the Volunteer Coordinator for the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program. Her vast array of customer service experience comes from over twenty years with Bell South Telecommunication. Joyce is the friendly face that the volunteers love to see as she plans and tracks volunteer hours and placements. Joyce loves working with the senior volunteers and planning special events.