Central PA Food Bank names new president as part of succession plan
The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank on Thursday announced Shila Ulrich as its new president, following a several months-long search.
According to the organization, the appointment is part of a long-term succession plan, in which Ulrich is expected to eventually take the place of current CEO Joe Arthur, who has held the post for 12 years. Once the new CEO takes over, Arthur will become the chief development officer until retiring in 2028.
Ulrich most recently served as executive director of The Caring Cupboard, a Lebanon County-based organization that works to address food insecurity. She holds a master's degree in social work from Temple University, a bachelor's degree in psychology from Lebanon Valley College and a certificate in nonprofit management from Duke University.
Ulrich has served on the Food Bank board and committees for several years. She was chosen, following a national search that attracted over 400 candidates.
"Shila has proven herself to be a strategic, dynamic and transformative leader," said David Ark, Food Bank board chair. "She also shares the core values of our food bank and keeps our neighbors facing hunger at the center of her efforts. We look forward to the contributions that she will make in her leadership of our organization."
