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Helena L. Banks has been appointed CEO, following the retirement of executive director Sue Thiers Hesseltine, who led the nonprofit for more than 30 years. The organization has helped thousands of Dallas women, girls, and adult allies build self-sufficient and independent lives through its two transitional living centers and non-residential prevention and education programs.
Dallas’ Our Friends Place Announces New CEO Amid Executive Director’s Retirement
by Lance Murray | Sep 20, 2024
Helena L. Banks has been appointed CEO, following the retirement of executive director Sue Thiers Hesseltine, who led the nonprofit for more than 30 years. The organization has helped thousands of Dallas women, girls, and adult allies build self-sufficient and independent lives through its two transitional living centers and non-residential prevention and education programs.
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