Our Staff

Kim Nemeth, Executive Director

Kim Nemeth is the founding Executive Director of the Elevar Fund, joining as its first employee in early 2025. With a career rooted in the intersections of art, philanthropy, and business management, Kim brings this blend of creative vision and organizational leadership to her role.

Her philanthropic career began as an AmeriCorps volunteer in eastern Washington, where she collaborated with master weavers to build an educational center. This formative experience instilled a lifelong commitment to community engagement and craft. As a practicing fiber artist and weaver, Kim remains deeply connected to the material knowledge that underpins creative work and is passionate about how craft fosters economic resilience and community identity.

Prior to the Elevar Fund, Kim held diverse roles including artistic director, gallery owner, nonprofit consultant, and fundraising strategist for small to mid-size organizations. She holds a BA from the College of Wooster.

Joan Wysong, Chief Financial Officer

Joan Wysong serves as Chief Financial Officer of the Elevar Fund, bringing over 30 years of expertise in finance and accounting within the manufacturing sector. A dedicated leader and seasoned professional, Joan combines her industry knowledge with a deep personal commitment to community impact.

Her unique perspective as a working single mother and accomplished businesswoman has shaped her belief in the power of collective strength to build stronger communities. This conviction informs both her professional work and her active involvement in civic life.

A proud native of Dayton, Ohio, Joan volunteers with several local non-profits and is an alumna of the University of Dayton.