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Opportunity Partners Welcomes New Board Members

Opportunity Partners is proud to welcome four new board members this year: Milton Dodd, Julie Sjordal, Brett White and Katie Mattis Sarver.

MINNETONKA – Opportunity Partners, a Twin Cities disability services nonprofit, proudly announces Milton Dodd, Julie Sjordal, Brett White and Katie Mattis Sarver as the newest members of its Board of Directors.

Milton Dodd serves as Sales Director with the talent and consulting firm Salo and brings over 20 years of experience in coaching, business development, and team leadership. Milton’s career includes leadership roles with Trust Edge Leadership Institute, Genesys Works, and Lifetouch National Schools Studios.

Julie Sjordal is Chief Executive Officer of St. David’s Center for Child and Family Development, a nonprofit providing autism treatment, pediatric therapies, mental health services, early childhood education and home support services. Julie has dedicated her career to children, families, and adults with disabilities, serving as a teacher, social service provider and leader in the field.

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Brett White is Vice President of Finance for General Mills’ North America Retail segment. In this role, he is responsible for all financial operations of General Mills’ largest operating segment. Before joining General Mills in 2005, he held positions with Kraft Foods, Pillsbury, and Maple Leaf Foods in both Canada and the United Kingdom.

Katie Mattis Sarver is Bell Bank’s first Community Development Officer and focuses on building and growing the bank’s relationships with community, business and nonprofit leaders. Prior to joining Bell Bank, she served organizations and clients in the entertainment and sports industries for nearly 25 years.

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ABOUT:

Established in 1953, Opportunity Partners is a Twin Cities nonprofit advancing the quality of life for people with disabilities. Opportunity Partners offers employment, enrichment and residential services that help people with disabilities earn an income, live as independently as possible, and participate as active members of the community. Opportunity Partners focuses on the abilities of the 1,500 people we serve each year. For more information, visit www.opportunities.org

CONTACTS:

Julie Peters, Communications Director

Julia Zerull, Communications & Engagement Coordinator

info@opportunities.org

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