Manchester, NH – Manchester Proud is excited to announce that Aimee Kereage has been promoted to Executive Director. Aimee’s deep commitment to the well-being and success of Manchester’s youth, coupled with her extensive leadership experience, makes her uniquely qualified to guide the organization’s mission of strengthening the city’s educational and community impact.
Aimee’s professional journey began in the restaurant industry, where she spent nearly two decades honing her leadership and training skills. From 2000 to 2014, she served as a General Manager and Regional Training Manager for a national restaurant chain. However, her desire to make a broader impact led her to pursue a Master’s in Social Work in 2014. During her internship at Amoskeag Health’s pediatric division, Aimee developed a passion for working with the youth of Manchester, inspiring her to transition into community-focused roles.
Her commitment to youth development continued to flourish during her tenure as Director of Community Impact at Granite United Way from 2018 to 2021, where she oversaw youth-focused initiatives across Southern New Hampshire.
In 2021, Aimee was hired as Manchester Proud’s first employee, stepping into the role of Community Partnerships Coordinator. In this capacity, she was instrumental in fostering collaboration between schools, families, and the wider community to enhance educational outcomes. Her leadership and vision have been pivotal in shaping Manchester Proud’s initiatives.
About this promotion, Barry Brensinger, former Manchester Proud Coordinator and current Manchester Proud Champion’s Council member stated, “Since joining Manchester Proud, Aimee has not only taken our community partnerships to new heights, she has proven her commitment to the growth and success of our work overall. I am looking forward to the good work ahead under Aimee’s leadership and wish her every success.”
The Champion’s Council Chair, Steve Thiel shared, “Aimee has the full support of the Manchester Proud Champion’s Council as she takes the next step in her leadership journey. Her dedication to fostering meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships with community organizations in support of public education has been both admirable and essential for our City. We look forward to continuing to support her and are deeply grateful for her contributions.”
As Executive Director, Aimee will continue to build on Manchester Proud’s commitment to supporting the city’s youth and schools. Her promotion reflects the organization’s recognition of her ability to inspire meaningful change through collaboration and innovation.
