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Ann Graff, CEO has worked for CHS for 33 years in multiple capacities, beginning her career as a Direct Support Professional (Houseparent), and moving on to become Director of Community Living, Director of Field Operations, Director of Human Resources, and Executive Director/CEO. She has held multiple leadership roles with the Missouri Association of County Developmental Disabilities, (an association of County Developmental Disability Tax Levy Boards) and is on several local boards. Ann holds a BSE in Special Education and a MA in Management and Human Resource Development. On a personal note, she is a “closet blues singer” and enjoys spending time with her husband, her two children, and six grandchildren.

Accomplished executive with a demonstrable record of transformation leadership and civic engagement. Ardent advocate for an organization seeking to improve outcomes for local communities by removing barriers and ending the generational cycle of substance use addiction. Creative innovator with extensive experience developing and successfully executing strategic plans through efficient project management. Effective communicator creating inclusive work environments focused on achieving desired results. Collaborative leader skilled at cultivating and maintains relationships necessary to achieve organizational goals and objectives.