Kim joined The Shelter, Inc. in 1996 in a part-time secretarial position and became the full time business manager in 1998. Prior to that, she taught daycare/preschool locally and was a United Methodist youth worker in volunteer and paid positions for several years. As the administrative officer, she keeps up with technology, business administration, and manages the agency’s financial operations. Kim is a SHRM Certified Professional, and has completed specialized training in Trauma Informed Care.

Kim grew up in Topeka and Lawrence, and values the vibrant, supportive community that is Lawrence, Kansas. At home, she loves to read, spend time with family and friends, and is learning to kayak.