Ann is a driven, compassionate, and down-to-earth leader who works tirelessly to help people experiencing extreme hardship. Cherry Street Mission Ministries, located in downtown Toledo, Ohio, has been serving the homeless in NW Ohio and SE Michigan for 75 years. Using a Christian service approach, the goal is to reverse the cycle of poverty and help people living on the margins lead productive lives. Some of the services provided by Cherry Street Mission include warm meals, a place to sleep, healthcare and mental health support, and job skills training. Prior to assuming her current role as CEO, Ann’s professional career path included stops in healthcare administration, dog training, and church ministry.
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