News Release

WARSAW — Live Well Kosciusko has announced that Brandon Stewart, Brenda Rigdon, Jacolby Maxwell and Lorena Oplinger have joined the organization’s board of directors.

These new board members will bring their talents and provide oversight to advance Live Well’s mission to transform Kosciusko County into a thriving and healthy place to live, learn, work, play and visit.

Brandon Stewart is a financial adviser with Edward Jones in Warsaw. In addition to several certified designations, he holds a bachelor’s degree in business marketing. Stewart is currently a board member for Lakeland Christian Academy, is an ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce and serves on multiple financial committees for businesses and foundations in Kosciusko County.

Brenda Rigdon is the chief executive officer of Hoosier Nonprofit Consulting LLC. She holds a bachelor’s degree in public administration from Indiana University. Rigdon has served the community in the past as the executive director for Kosciusko Literacy Services and as the chief development officer for the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. She is passionate about building strategic capacity and organizational development.

Jacolby Maxwell is part of the team at Winona IT. He holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and is passionate about health, well-being, people and the community. Maxwell spent several years as a Division III college football coach before relocating to this area. He brings experience in connecting with, coaching and mentoring youth and student athletes.

Lorena Oplinger is the director of child care and inclusive programming at the Parkview Warsaw YMCA. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She is dedicated to designing and implementing inclusive programs that enrich the lives of children and families in the community. In addition, Oplinger is passionate about leadership and serving her family, her church and her community.

“We are thrilled to have these individuals join the Live Well Kosciusko board of directors,” said Lisa Harman, president and chief executive officer of Live Well Kosciusko. “They are all community leaders who offer unique talents and perspectives to our organization. Their addition to our board will be valuable in supporting our interests to expand our impact in the community.”

“On behalf of the Live Well Kosciusko board of directors, we welcome our newest members,” said Barb Ridley, Live Well Kosciusko’s board president. “We are beyond excited to expand the diversity of experience and thought leadership that these newest board members will provide.”

Live Well Kosciusko is a nonprofit organization formed to support the health and well-being of county residents. Visit its website at livewellkosciusko.org or find the group on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.