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Board of Directors & Leadership

Dedicated educators, community leaders, and advocates committed to empowering young adults with diverse abilities across Southwest Missouri.

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Guiding Our Vision & Growth

Our board and leadership team bring decades of specialized education, nonprofit governance, and transition expertise.

Lynn Neidigh

Founder and Consultant

Founded ACHIEVE of Southwest Missouri to create inclusive post-secondary opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities on university campus grounds.

Melissa Wilson

Program Director

Leads student instruction, campus vocational placements, curriculum implementation, and individualized person-centered planning throughout the academic year.

Gina Rentschler

Board President

Guides organizational strategy, governance oversight, and community relations, steering ACHIEVE's long-term impact across Springfield and regional partners.

Eddie Noack

Vice President

Liaison with Evangel University and Education Department Chair.

Shannon McClure

Board Treasurer & Secretary

Oversees financial stewardship, accounting standards, and resource allocations ensuring non-profit transparency and sustainability.

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Have questions for our leadership or want to learn how you can support our mission? We'd love to hear from you.

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