BETHLEHEM, Pa. — After eight years of working at, then leading, the National Museum of Industrial History, its president has accepted a new role.
Museum Chief Executive Officer Kara Mohsinger has become chief financial officer for the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, a $27 million nonprofit dedicated to the health, safety and education of the people of the Valley.
- Kara Mohsinger has accepted a new role as Chief Financial Officer of the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley
- She previously was Chief Executive Officer and president at the National Museum of Industrial History
- Mohsinger replaces Debra Klocek, the United Way’s vice president of finance and administration, who retired after 28 years with the organization
“We are excited that Kara is going to be joining our team,” United Way Vice President for Marketing and Communications Laura McHugh said.
“She's a very accomplished leader, well known in the Lehigh Valley.
“Kara’s proven leadership and dedication to the mission of the museum have strengthened countless partnerships and educational programs."Andria Zaia, Mohsinger's replacement at NMIH
"And we're really grateful for all the work that she's done with NMH and excited that she's going to be helping to bring our United Way into a really exciting period of growth.”
Mohsinger started as chief financial office at NMIH.
Back at the museum
Andria Zaia, NMIH’s curator of collections, was appointed interim executive director to follow Mohsinger.
"The foundation she has set with her commitment to the museum and the public we serve will support thriving initiatives for years to come.”NMIH Interim Executive Director Andria Zaia
“Kara’s proven leadership and dedication to the mission of the museum have strengthened countless partnerships and educational programs," Zaia in a release.
"The foundation she has set with her commitment to the museum and the public we serve will support thriving initiatives for years to come.”
Mohsinger is stepping in as Debra Klocek, the United Way’s vice president of finance and administration, retires after 28 years with the organization.